damaged concrete in car park, lead to fall

#1 2011-12-20 11:35:45
Fairycake58

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damaged concrete in car park, lead to fall

I would like to ask advise, whether to seek a 'no win no fee' claim or to write to the supermarket concerned and 'see what they will do'...I fell last week in the supermarket car park. the front wheel of my (full) trolley slipped into a piece of crumbled old concrete and I toppled over with it. I damaged my knee, wrist and back/shoulder. I reported the accident to them and it was witnessed by their 'trolly man' and several other people and the damaged car park was also noted by them. I went to my local surgery the next day as my knee was cut and badly swollen and my back (I have slipped disc history)was very painful etc.
I have contacted a legal firm who have sent me details and want me to proceed with a claim, but i am concerned that 'my injuries are not that bad' and given time will probably heal quickly. Would I be better off going straight to the supermarket and letting them know how i have suffered this past week and see what they say? thanking you.

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#2 2011-12-21 16:11:28
Tony Carter

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Traditionally, the likes of supermarkets tend to deny any liability or responsibility and string it out for as long as possible, unless there is overwhelming evidence against them.

if you were to approach the supermarket directly, they may make an offer, but this will really be peace money and will no doubt seriously undervalue your claim and the nature of your injuries.

Given that the injury only occured a week or so ago, I would be inclined to see if it settles down over the next couple of weeks, and if you still have problems, then consider making a claim, but for the full value rather than the pittance that the supermarket would offer you, if they made an offer at all.

A proper personal injury solicitor will be able to get the ball rolling under a no win no fee agreement (or under legal expenses if you have that) and will be able to give you a proper idea of the value of your claim, bearing in mind that you also have a history of slipped disc problems, the long term prognosis also has to be taken into consideration.

Whatever you do, don't use any of the claims management firms that stalk these boards (or any other claims management firms for that matter) they will rip you off as soon as look at you, go to a professional and local personal injury solicitor.

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#3 2011-12-22 09:08:34
AndrewToyne

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Great information from Tony.

If you decide to claim then I would be delighted to assist. I work for Active Auto Solutions which is a credit hire organisation, I would be able to provide our expert panel of solicitors to deal with your case. You would not have to pay a fee at any point and you would keep 100% of your compensation.

All that you would be required to do is call me on 0845 257 8967 and provide me with a detailed account of the accident and what has happened since.

I look forward to speaking with you soon.

Andrew Toyne
Active Auto Solutions

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#4 2012-03-22 00:38:35
SamuelClaims

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Hi,
you can make a claim as you have suffered whiplash injury from the accident. I am working for a claims company and if you want to claim email with your name number and best time to contact on samuelclaims (at) gmail (dot) com

On acceptance you will receive ????600 for referring the claim and the compensation is 100% on top.

It's no win no fee!

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Sham

Have you have suffered whiplash injury?
Email: samuelclaims@gmail.com
On acceptance you will receive ????600 for referring the claim and the compensation is 100% on top. It's no win no fee! SAMUEL CLAIMS

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