Injured in Public? Get Expert Legal Assistance Today
If you were hurt in a public place, our expert solicitors will help you navigate the personal injury claims process with professional guidance every step of the way.
Trusted Legal Support from Public Liability Experts
Accidents in public places can be complex and stressful. Our solicitors provide clear, practical guidance on pursuing a public liability claim, managing PIRB applications, evidence, and negotiations, so you can focus on recovery.
How We Support You After a Public Place Accident
Public liability claims often involve disputed liability and multiple parties. We make the process straightforward:
- Explain your rights and the PIRB process in plain language.
- Gather evidence (medical reports, engineer inspections, photographs, witness details, CCTV).
- Prepare and submit your PIRB application and manage all correspondence.
- Engage appropriate experts (engineer, accountant/actuary) where needed.
- Negotiate with insurers; represent you if court proceedings are required.
Our priority is to protect your interests, keep you informed, and work toward a fair outcome.
Why Choose Us?
Experienced Solicitors
Decades of public liability experience, from slips and trips to complex multi-party claims.
Clear Guidance, Every Step
We manage paperwork and insurers, explaining each stage so you always know where you stand.
Recognised for Results
Award-winning solicitors with a strong track record of resolving PIRB assessments and settlements efficiently and professionally.
National Presence
Offices in Dublin, Limerick, and Cork, supporting clients across Ireland, in person or remotely.
Public Place Accident Claims We Handle
Accidents in public spaces can happen in many different ways. Below are some of the most common types of public place injury claims we support.
Slips, Trips & Falls
Slips, trips, and falls are some of the most common public place accidents, often caused by wet floors, spillages, uneven surfaces, or poor lighting. These incidents can lead to serious injuries such as fractures, sprains, or head trauma. Our team at HOMS Assist can help you gather evidence, establish liability, and guide you through the PIRB process to pursue fair compensation.
See how we help with slip, trip, and fall claims.
Farm Accidents
Farms can be hazardous environments, with risks ranging from faulty machinery and vehicles to unsafe livestock handling or poorly maintained equipment. Injuries on farms are often severe, given the nature of the work and surroundings. At HOMS Assist, we help injured farm workers, visitors, and contractors understand their rights, gather vital evidence, and navigate the PIRB process to secure fair compensation.
See how we help with farm accident claims.
Nightclub & Bar Accidents
Busy venues like nightclubs and bars present risks such as spillages on dance floors, overcrowding, broken glass, or inadequate security measures. These conditions can lead to slips, cuts, or even more serious injuries. Our solicitors assist clients in proving negligence, whether against venue owners or event organisers, and provide clear legal guidance throughout the claims process.
See how we help with nightclub and bar accident claims.
Lift & Elevator Accidents
Accidents in lifts and elevators may occur due to mechanical faults, poor maintenance, or sudden stops. Such incidents can cause injuries ranging from minor bruises to more significant trauma. We work to establish liability, often with building owners, management companies, or maintenance providers, and support you in making a claim through the PIRB system.
See how we help with lift injury claims.
Injured somewhere else? We can also assist with the following types of public personal injury claims:
- Pavement & Pothole Injuries – defective footpaths, kerbs, missing/damaged covers.
- Shopping Centres & Supermarkets – spillages, unsafe displays, faulty trolleys/doors.
- Council & Local Authority Claims – poor maintenance, bad road/path conditions, signage.
- Restaurants, Pubs & Hotels – food poisoning, broken glass, overcrowding, unsafe premises.
- Parks, Playgrounds & Gyms – defective equipment, poor supervision/maintenance.
- Car Parks & Petrol Forecourts – spills, surface defects, inadequate warnings.
- Events & Venues – concerts, cinemas, amusement parks; crowd safety and site hazards.
- Sports Accidents – negligent play, unsafe grounds/equipment; spectators and players.
- Food Allergies & Contamination – nut allergy reactions, allergen labelling failures.
Speak with Our Team
Injured in a public place? Our experienced team will explain your options and protect your interests. Contact HOMS Assist for clear, confidential advice.
Public Place Accident FAQs
Seek medical attention, report the incident to whoever controls the area (e.g. store, council), take photos, collect witness details, and keep receipts for expenses. Then seek legal advice.
You can apply directly to PIRB, but many people choose a solicitor to gather evidence, engage experts (e.g., an engineer), manage timelines, and handle insurers for a clearer, stronger claim.
Typically the occupier or controller of the area (shop, centre, council, event organiser). In some cases, contractors or other visitors may share liability.
Medical reports, photographs of the hazard, witness details, incident reports/CCTV, engineer’s report, and records of financial losses (e.g. earnings, treatment, travel).
In most cases, two years from the date of the accident or date of knowledge. Start early so evidence (like CCTV or site conditions) can be secured.
Many claims conclude through the PIRB process or settlement. If court is needed, we’ll represent you and explain each step.
General damages (pain and suffering) and special damages (medical costs, loss of earnings, travel, care needs, etc.), depending on your circumstances and evidence.
