With one of the most experienced team of public liability lawyers in Melbourne, we can support and guide you through your public liability claim, to help minimise your stress and maximise your compensation.
Our offices
Our offices are located at convenient locations throughout wider Melbourne to provide the local community with specialist legal advice.
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Our team of Melbourne public liability lawyers
Our Melbourne team are experienced and dedicated legal professionals that can help guide you through the legal process for making a public liability claim. Many of our team are Melbourne locals with a deep understanding of the community, but with the backing and support of an Australia-wide network of expertise to help you get the best possible outcome.
No Win - No Fee*
We are the original No Win, No Fee* lawyers. This means that if you don’t win you don’t pay Slater and Gordon’s fees (the fees that we charge for the work we do on your case).
*For full T&Cs on No Win - No Fee, click here.
Common examples of public liability claims
- You slipped and fell at a shopping centre or supermarket
- You were injured on public council property, such as a footpath, bike path or public park
- You were injured by a defective product
- You were injured at the gym or personal training session
Your entitlements
If you’ve suffered an injury because another person or an organisation hasn’t taken the right amount of care, then you may be entitled to compensation, including:
Compensation for pain and suffering, as well as loss of enjoyment of life caused by physical injury, psychological injury or both
Payments for lost wages
Medical and like expenses for your treatments, and ongoing care and recovery
Damages for the loss of your ability to look after anyone dependent on you
Damages for the care and help provided to you by loved ones that you would have otherwise had to pay for
Making it easier for you to make a claim
Free initial appointment**
We offer a no obligation free initial meeting, where we can explain your rights to compensation and answer your questions, so you know where you stand.
Flexible Appointment Options
We can meet with you in a way that suits you. We can meet with you in one of our offices in the wider Melbourne region, by video call, or at your home or hospital***
***Subject to applicable COVID restrictions
Check your claim online
Simply answer a few questions online to find out if you may have a claim for compensation.