Petrol Station Accident Claims
Tylers Solicitors are here to help guide you through the petrol station accident claims process. If you were injured in a petrol station and it wasn’t your fault, our team will help you make a strong petrol station injury claim to get the compensation you deserve.
Petrol Station Accident Compensation
If you’ve been injured at a petrol station through no fault of your own, our personal injury claims solicitors can help you seek justice.
Our no-win, no-fee pricing structure means you won’t need to pay a penny upfront for our services. We will only charge you if we win your case, and we will deduct this from your compensation.
Call our team today on 0800 699 0079 or fill out our simple online contact form to start your petrol station accident claim.
What are the most common kinds of petrol station injuries?
The most common petrol station injury we see is when someone has slipped at a petrol station and suffered from fractures, dislocations, and soft tissue damage. In the most severe cases, head injuries and back injuries are also common. These injuries are mostly caused by spilt fuel or oil.
Here are some other common injuries and causes we see in petrol station accident claims:
- Burns and chemical exposure: If a fuel spill hasn’t been cleaned up promptly, this could lead to fuel contact injuries like chemical burns, eye injuries, and even blindness in severe cases.
- Manual handling: Petrol station staff may also wish to claim for injuries like back strain, disc slips, and repetitive strain caused by improper training or employer negligence.
- Falling objects: If products and stock have been improperly stacked and fallen onto an employee or customer, this can result in concussion, broken bones, lacerations, and facial injuries.
- Food poisoning: Victims may wish to claim if a petrol station sold them expired or contaminated food or drink, which can lead to allergic reactions, listeriosis, and even dental injuries due to foreign objects found in a product.
If your petrol station injury is not listed above, take a look at our list of bodily injuries. If the petrol station caused your injury through negligence and they were liable, you will be able to make a claim.
I was injured while working at a petrol station — can I claim compensation?
Whether you were an employee or a customer when your accident and injury occurred, you may be eligible to make a claim if the petrol station’s negligence directly caused your injury.
To help you decide whether to pursue a petrol station compensation claim, ask yourself the following questions:
- Was the petrol station at fault?
- Were you injured because of something the petrol station failed to do?
- Were you injured due to a hazard that should have been addressed?
- Was the petrol station negligent?
- Could the petrol station have avoided your accident?
- Were there warning signs present? If not, could they have prevented your injury?
- Do you have supporting evidence of your injury directly caused by the petrol station?
- Photographs of the accident scene
- Accident logbook entries
- CCTV footage
- Witness statements
- Doctor’s report
- Photos of the injury
- Did your petrol station injury happen within the last three years?
- You must make a claim within three years of the accident date.
- If the injured person is a child, a parent or guardian can claim on their behalf until they turn 21.
If you answered ‘yes’ to most of these questions, you likely have a strong case. If you’re unsure, contact our solicitors today via our online contact form or call 0800 699 0079 for free advice.
How much can I claim?
How to make petrol station accident claims in the UK
You may be eligible to claim compensation if you’ve suffered any kind of personal injury at a petrol station and it wasn’t your fault. As long as you make your personal injury claim within three years of the accident, we should be able to process it.
Our solicitors can guide you through every step of the process:
Step 1: Initial consultation
The petrol station compensation claims process begins when you fill out our contact form or call 0800 699 0079. A member of our team will then contact you to arrange a no-obligation consultation, where we will discuss your case, your injuries, and their severity. This will give us enough information to decide whether you have an eligible claim.
Step 2: Gathering evidence
If we believe you have an eligible claim, we will then go through any evidence you have to prove that the petrol station was liable for your injuries.
Don’t worry if you don’t have any evidence — our team will do their best to source more for you. This could include getting a third-party medical specialist to submit a report of your injuries and their causes.
Step 3: Establishing liability
With all your evidence in hand, we can then finalise your petrol station injury claim compensation award based on all of the physical, emotional, and financial losses you have endured.
Step 4: Filing the claim
When you feel that the compensation award reflects your losses, we will begin filing your claim. Our team will also handle any legalities, paperwork, or negotiations on your behalf.
Step 5: Representing in court (if necessary)
Usually, petrol station accident claims can be settled outside of court — especially if you have a strong case with strong evidence showing clear liability. However, if the petrol station disputes liability, the case may be taken to court, where our team can confidently represent you.
Why claim for petrol station accident compensation with Tylers Solicitors?
Our personal injury specialists have over 15 years of experience and are SPA regulated for your peace of mind.
Our no-win, no-fee structure means you can start your claim without worrying about financial restrictions — we will only charge you if we win your case, and even then the fees will be taken from your compensation amount.
We believe that any personal injury claim should be accessible regardless of financial situation. For more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Tylers Solicitors today.
Petrol station compensation claim amounts
Like all personal injuries, the amount of compensation you’re entitled to will depend on the severity of your losses — financial, physical, and emotional. The more serious and long-term your injuries are, the more compensation you could be entitled to claim.
Find out how much compensation you could be entitled to by looking at our estimates below. However, we recommend speaking with one of our lawyers for a more accurate estimate.
Need more information? Don’t worry, one of our professional claims solicitors will advise you along the way
Contact us on 0800 699 0079 or via our online contact form to start your claim today!
Compensation for slips, trip, and fall injuries
- Minor injuries: soft tissue damage and sprains with short-term recovery.
- Moderate injuries: fractures, mild concussions, and mild mobility issues with full recovery.
- Severe injuries: serious head trauma, long-term back issues, and spinal damage.
You could be eligible for compensation ranging from £2,990 to £85,100.
Compensation for burn and chemical exposure injuries
- Minor burns or eye irritation with short-term recovery.
- Moderate burns including significant scarring and chemical exposure affecting vision.
- Severe burns or blindness including burns covering 40% or more of the body and total vision loss.
You could be eligible for compensation ranging from £2,680 to £127,930+
Compensation for manual handling injuries
- Minor back pain and soft tissue injuries with full recovery in a few weeks or months.
- Moderate spinal injuries, including long-term pain, disc bulges, and permanent strain injuries.
- Severe spinal damage including disc herniations, permanent disabilities, and spinal cord damage.
You could be eligible for compensation ranging from £2,300 to £151,000+
Compensation for falling object injuries
- Minor head injuries and concussions with full recovery within a few weeks.
- Facial fractures of the nose, cheekbone, or jaw with surgery required.
- Severe head trauma and brain injuries with long-lasting symptoms.
You could be eligible for compensation ranging from £1,880 to £140,000+
Compensation for food poisoning injuries
- Mild cases, including vomiting and diarrhoea, which clears within a few days or weeks.
- Moderate cases requiring hospitalisation and digestive issues for months or years.
- Severe cases causing chronic IBS with a long-term impact on health.
Dental injuries including cracked or lost teeth.
You could be eligible for compensation ranging from £1,110 to £64,070.
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Petrol station compensation claims FAQs
Who can I make a claim against if I’ve been injured at a petrol station?
Depending on who was liable for your injury, you may be able to make a compensation claim against the petrol station owner, the fuel company that supplies the petrol station, or a third-party contractor if they are solely responsible for the petrol station’s maintenance.
How much does it cost to make a claim?
At Tylers Solicitors, we work on a no-win, no-fee basis, so there are no upfront costs needed to make a claim. Our fee will be taken from your compensation if your claim is successful.
What should I do after an accident at a petrol station?
If you’ve been injured at a petrol station and it wasn’t your fault, you should report the accident immediately to the petrol station manager. If it is safe to do so, take photos of the hazard or the accident scene, as well as your injuries. If any witnesses saw the accident, exchange details so they can submit a report of what happened. Once you have received medical attention, make sure to take copies of any doctor’s reports. You can then contact a personal injury solicitor to make a claim.
How long does a petrol station injury claim take?
If you have a case with strong evidence and liability is clear, you should reach a settlement within a few months without needing to go to court. However, for complex cases where the petrol station disputes liability, the process could take up to a year or longer.
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For any Personal Injury Claims, call Tylers Solicitors today, a leading UK provider of no-win, no-fee legal services. Our experienced team will work with you to get the maximum amount of compensation you’re entitled to, following any kind of injury that isn’t your fault!