Tradespersons & Service Providers Compensation Claims
Companies supplying trade or other services owe a 'duty of care' to ensure that their services are provided with reasonable skill and that these are undertaken in a safe working environment. In addition, upon completion of their 'work' they must ensure that the premises are left in a safe condition.
To recover damages, the general principles apply and you must prove:
- The nature of the duty owed.
- Breach of that duty.
- The injury complained of has been caused by that breach.
As example is where a carpenter leaves a nail exposed and a person is injured as a result. The carpentry firm will therefore usually be liable for compensation arising as a result. Such damages could include loss of earnings, medical expenses and lump sum compensation.
To support such a claim is is normally essential that a safety consultant is employed to examine the exact fault which gave rise to the injury. obviously the earlier this can be undertaken the better as it is not unusual for such companies to attempt to immediately repair or 'make good' the issue making it more difficult to prepare a detailed report that may be required as evidence in Court. The first thing you should do is call Legal Compensation assistance service on 1300 850 441.
Another area which can be investigated, particularly with some services, e.g. electrical contracting, government agencies, etc. is obtaining documentation in support of the claim under the freedom of information (FOI) laws.
In addition to simple negligence, the company normally owes to consumers implied contractual duties to provide services which are both fit for the purpose for which they have been provided and are supplied will due care, skill and attention.
The first thing you should do is call Legal Compensation assistance service on 1300 850 441.
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