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Trackways for trams need to be smooth and flush with the ground so that trams can travel freely over them. However, this means that they may be a slip hazard when wet or icy. Failure of tram operators to take reasonable steps to protect the health and safety of pedestrians may result in tram accident compensation claims.

What advice should pedestrians follow?

Edinburgh Trams advises pedestrians to "take extra care when crossing wet or icy tram tracks on foot."

This is good advice and applies to all types of surface which become slippery in adverse weather conditions, yet, any failure to communicate this advice effectively risks the possibility of tram accidents and consequent tram accident claims by pedestrians.

Am I entitled to a claim?

If you slip and injure yourself in an accident caused by some form of negligence on the part of the operator, you may be entitled to make a claim. You will have to show that the accident was caused by someone else, that they were negligent in some way, that you were injured and that you suffered loss as a result.

It can sometimes be quite difficult to prove, and authoritative legal advice is essential. This is where Thompsons comes in. We are a specialist personal injury firm, dedicated to helping those who have been injured in accidents of all types.

 

David Adams
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“If you're involved in a road traffic accident, make sure you contact your GP. If you are injured, if you're in pain, if you've got the option of going to the hospital, you ought to do that. This can ensure that we have a record of what happened.” 

How can I start a tram accident claim?

If you are worried about making a claim and have any questions you would like answers to, please call us today and talk it through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tram tracks can become very slippery in wet or icy weather, creating risks for pedestrians crossing them.

Yes, if negligence by the tram operator contributed to your accident, you may be entitled to make a claim.

Yes, tram accident claims can be complex, and professional legal advice from a specialist firm like Thompsons is essential.

 

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