Injured in a Shopping Centre or Supermarket?
Accidents in shops and retail centres can occur unexpectedly. Our solicitors provide clear legal guidance to help you understand your options and the process involved.
Trusted Legal Support for Shopping Centre & Supermarket Injuries
At HOMS Assist, we advise individuals who have been injured in shopping centres and supermarkets, including accidents in stores, car parks, entrances, and shared public areas.
Our solicitors provide clear, professional advice on public place injury claims and guide clients through the Personal Injuries Resolution Board (PIRB) process with care, accuracy, and attention to detail.
What Is a Shopping Centre or Supermarket Injury Claim?
A shopping centre or supermarket injury claim may arise where a person is injured due to a hazard on premises open to the public. These accidents can occur in areas controlled by shopping centre owners, management companies, or individual retailers.
Under the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1995, occupiers of premises have a duty to take reasonable steps to ensure visitors are safe. Liability is assessed by examining whether reasonable care was taken to prevent foreseeable risks and whether safety procedures were in place.
Common Causes of Shopping Centre & Supermarket Accidents
Injuries in retail environments may arise from a range of hazards, including:
- Spillages or wet floors without warning signs
- Loose or unsecured floor mats
- Abandoned packaging or merchandise
- Unsafe or unstable displays
- Faulty shopping trolleys
- Uneven walking surfaces
- Faulty doors, lifts, or escalators
- Items falling from shelves
- Poor manual handling practices
- Slips, trips, or falls in car parks
How We Support You After a Retail Accident
Retail injury claims often involve complex questions around responsibility and evidence. Our role is to guide you through each stage of the process and ensure your claim is properly prepared.
We provide:
- A clear explanation of your legal rights and the PIRB process.
- Support in gathering medical reports, photographs, CCTV, and witness details.
- Guidance on preserving relevant evidence, such as footwear or receipts.
- Assistance in identifying the responsible party or parties.
- Accurate preparation and submission of your PIRB application.
- Ongoing updates and communication throughout your case.
Our aim is to make the process as straightforward as possible while protecting your interests.
Why Choose Us
Experienced Solicitors
Over five decades of experience advising on public place and retail-related injury claims across Ireland.
Clear, Practical Guidance
We explain liability, evidence requirements, and next steps in plain language at every stage.
Attention to Detail
From CCTV requests to maintenance records, we ensure your claim is supported by thorough evidence.
Nationwide Representation
With offices in Dublin, Limerick, and Cork, we assist clients throughout Ireland.
Speak with Our Team
If you’ve been injured in a shopping centre or supermarket, our solicitors can provide clear, confidential advice about your situation.
Contact HOMS Assist to discuss your options.
Shopping Centre & Supermarket Injury FAQs
Responsibility may rest with the shopping centre owner, management company, individual retailer, or another party, depending on who controlled the area where the accident occurred.
Seek medical attention, report the incident to staff, take photographs of the area, obtain witness details, and request that CCTV footage is preserved.
Yes. In some cases, responsibility may be shared between a retailer and a centre management company, depending on the circumstances.
In most cases, claims must be started within two years of the accident or from the date you became aware of your injury.
Many claims are resolved through the PIRB process. If litigation becomes necessary, your solicitor will guide you through each stage.
