With low lighting, regular spills of food and drinks and steep seating arrangements, cinemas and theatres are high-risk venues for accidents to take place. Owners and managers of these facilities have a responsibility to minimise these risks and keep members of the public safe on the property. Unfortunately, when they fail, this can result in accidents and serious injuries.

If this happened to you, you might be owed compensation. At Switalskis, we’ve represented many clients who sustained injuries in a theatre or cinema and helped them to claim the compensation they’re owed. This can help to pay for things you need during your recovery, enable you to take time off work, and cover any financial losses you experienced due to your accident.

Sometimes, people lose confidence when they’re injured in a public place. They might feel embarrassed, think that their injuries are too minor to report, or believe that the accident was their fault. Making a claim can help to prevent similar accidents from happening to other people in the future, and hold cinema and theatre managers accountable for their mistakes.

Don’t sit quietly in the dark. Talk to us about what happened to you, and take action to put things right. Call Switalskis today on 0800 138 0458 , or get in touch through the website , to learn how we can help.

Theatres and cinemas are often thought of as being relatively safe, but there are several particular risks that patrons can face. If you have been injured in any of the following ways, you might be eligible to make a personal injury compensation claim:

• Slips, trips, and falls: these are among the most common incidents and can happen due to spilt liquids, uneven flooring or poorly lit areas. These can lead to cuts and bruises, or more severe injuries like fractures or broken bones.
• Falling objects: items like signs, lighting fixtures or ceiling tiles might fall and injure someone if they aren’t properly secured. The injuries caused depend on the object in question, but a heavy object can lead to serious consequences.
• Seat malfunctions: broken or malfunctioning seats can cause injuries ranging from minor to severe. Some cinemas now have electric recliner seats that can pose an additional risk of injury.
• Food and drink: hot beverages or food items can cause burns or scalds if spilt. There may also be cases of food poisoning due to contaminated or poorly stored food. While you may not think of these as injuries in the same way, you may be entitled to compensation if you’ve been affected by a problem such as these.
• Crowding and stampeding: inadequate crowd management can lead to injuries, especially during high-profile events or emergency situations. Venues should have procedures in place to prevent injury in these situations, and if they fail to do so, this can result in a compensation claim.
• Electrical injuries: exposed wiring or faulty electrical equipment can lead to electrical shocks.
• Elevator and escalator accidents: malfunctioning elevators or escalators can cause falls or other injuries.

Premises like theatres and cinemas must by law adhere to health and safety standards to minimise the risk of accidents. If they fail, and you’re injured as a result, you could be entitled to compensation. The accidents listed above are only examples, so don’t feel deterred from contacting us if you experience a different type of injury. Chat with us about your accident and we’ll let you know whether you can claim.

It can be a daunting experience to make a personal injury compensation claim, especially if you’re concerned about what will happen if you lose. Many people fear that they’ll owe expensive legal fees if they make an unsuccessful claim. However, this is never usually the case.

In fact, there are several ways to fund a claim that minimise any financial risk. This means you can make your claim without the fear that you will lose money. These include:

• No win, no fee agreement: also known as a conditional fee agreement (CFA), this is the most common way to fund a theatre or cinema injury claim. Under a no win, no fee agreement, you will only need to pay legal fees if your claim is successful. A percentage of your compensation is used to pay the fees in these cases. If you lose, the legal costs are written off and you don’t need to pay for the solicitor’s services.
• Legal expenses insurance: you may benefit from legal expenses cover as part of your home or car insurance policy, which can often be used to pay for a personal injury claim. Alternatively, we can start an insurance policy with our approved insurance provider. This covers any costs that you would otherwise need to pay.

There may be other options available to you, but this all depends on your specific situation. During our initial consultation, we’ll talk you through all of the possible funding options to see which one best applies, and help you work out the best approach to funding for your claim. We want to make sure that no one is prevented from seeking compensation due to their financial circumstances.