Trampoline Accident Compensation Claim Guide

Whilst some trampoline accidents will be the users fault, others are due to the operators negligence. If you or your child were injured because of someone else’s negligence, you could make a trampoline accident compensation claim.

Trampolining is a popular activity for adults and children alike. It can be both fun and a way to enjoy getting fit. In recent years, trampoline parks have opened across the country. However, a visit to the trampoline park is not without risk and many reports can be found detailing the rates of trampoline accidents.

In this guide you can find information on what trampoline accidents are and when you could claim compensation. You can also find out whether you could claim if you signed a waiver and how long you have to claim. We provide information on how to claim on behalf of a child, look in detail at the claims process and show how compensation may be calculated. At the end of our guide is information on how a No Win No Fee solicitor could help you.

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What Is A Trampoline Accident Compensation Claim?
How Can Trampoline Accidents Be Caused By Negligence?
Can I Claim For A Trampoline Injury If I Signed A Waiver?
What Is The Time Limit When Claiming For Trampoline Injuries?
Can I Claim For A Trampolining Accident On My Child’s Behalf?
How Do I Make A Trampoline Accident Compensation Claim?
How Much Trampoline Accident Compensation Could I Receive?
Claim For A Trampoline Injury Using A No Win No Fee Solicitor
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What Is A Trampoline Accident Compensation Claim?

A trampoline accident compensation claim is a type of public liability claim. It is a way to seek damages if you or a child have been injured in a trampoline park or similar space. We should note that you will be unable to claim compensation for any trampoline accidents due to your own negligence.

The owner or occupier of a trampoline park has a duty of care to those using their facilities. This duty is set out in legislation such as the Occupiers’ Liability Act 1957. They must ensure that their facilities are safe for members of the public to use for their intended purpose.

Steps that they could take may include:

Ensuring facilities are correctly maintained and set up. This may include placing safety netting when necessary.
Regularly carry out a risk assessment and put any steps in place to prevent accidents.
Providing proper and necessary training to staff. This may include providing first aid training to staff.
Ensuring those using the facilities are given appropriate guidance in how to do so safely.
Ensuring those using the facilities are fit and able to do so safely.

In order to claim for a trampoline park accident, you must meet the relevant eligibility criteria. These are that:

You were owed a duty of care by the owner/ occupier of the park.
They failed to meet this duty of care. For example, they may have failed to fix a broken or damaged trampoline.
This breach resulted in your injury. Common trampoline injuries may include a broken or fractured bone.

Please contact our team for further information on how to claim for an accident at a leisure centre.

How Can Trampoline Accidents Be Caused By Negligence?

A trampoline injury could be caused by a variety of different types of accidents. Possible causes of a trampoline accident may include:

The negligent installation or maintenance of facilities. Accidents may be more likely to occur if a trampoline has not been correctly installed, or maintained.
Overcrowding. Operators should ensure that facilities are not overcrowded and do not exceed safe use guidelines. The failure to do so could cause falls or collisions.
Slips, trips and falls. These accidents may be caused in a variety of different ways such as a defective trampoline or damaged floor which has not been repaired.
Failing to install adequate safety features. This may include the installation of features such as safety netting. Not doing so could increase the risk of users suffering trampoline injuries.
Failing to correctly manage areas such as foam pits. Such areas may only be used by limited numbers of people at once and the failure to limit usage could lead to collisions and other accidents.

If you or your child have been injured in a trampolining accident you could claim compensation. Next, we look at whether you could claim if injured whilst working at a trampolining park.

Can I Claim If Injured When Working At A Trampoline Park?

If you have been injured at work due to your employer acting negligently, you could claim compensation. This is because employers have a duty of care to protect your health and safety in the workplace. They must comply with legislation such as the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.

Potential causes of workplace injuries could include:

Manual handling injuries. You could suffer a strained or torn muscle if you are required to lift and carry heavy objects.
Inadequate training and safety equipment. You may not have been issued with the right personal protective equipment or training in how to safely use equipment.

You could claim compensation whether you were injured in a trampoline park accident either as a member of the public or employee. Please contact our team to begin a trampoline accident compensation claim.

Can I Claim For A Trampoline Injury If I Signed A Waiver?

Before using a leisure facility, such as a trampoline park, you may be asked to sign a waiver. Many people may wonder if this then means they are unable to claim compensation. However, having signed a waiver does not always mean that you can’t claim compensation.

A waiver may not be enough on its own to remove an operator’s liability for a personal injury. And if your trampoline park injury was caused by negligence, you could make a trampoline accident claim. Please contact our team to find out if you are eligible to claim.

What Is The Time Limit When Claiming For Trampoline Injuries?

The Limitation Act 1980 sets out the time limit for public liability claims. If you are an adult making a claim on your own behalf, this will typically be three years. The limitation period will begin from the date you were injured or the date you discovered your injury (If different). You do not need to complete your claim within this time limit. However, it must be started within it.

There are circumstances in which the time limit may be suspended, such as claims on behalf of those under the age of eighteen. These will be discussed in the following section. Get in touch today to find out whether a personal injury solicitor could help you.

Can I Claim For A Trampolining Accident On My Child’s Behalf?

As previously highlighted, the injury claims time limit may not always be applicable. There are two main exceptions to this.

Firstly, where the injured person is under the age of eighteen. In this case, the time limit does not apply until they turn eighteen, running till they are 21. This is because those under the age of eighteen are not able to take legal action on their own behalf.

In this case, you could make a child accident claim on their behalf. To do so, you will need to make an application to the court to be appointed as a litigation friend. If you do claim on your child’s behalf, they will not be able to make a subsequent claim themselves.

Our team could provide further advice on claiming for a head injury in a child or other injuries sustained in a trampoline park.

How Do I Make A Trampoline Accident Compensation Claim?

If you, or child in your care, have been injured in a trampoline park, there are steps which you could take in order to make a personal injury claim. The most important step that you can take is to get any medical care required.

Looking after your health is the most important thing you can do. In addition to getting your injury treated, doing so creates evidence which can help you claim compensation. Your medical records may show what injury you sustained, how serious it was, the treatment that required and your prognosis for recovery.

Additional types of evidence could include:

CCTV footage. Footage from CCTV cameras could have captured the accident taking place.
Photographs of the cause of the accident or of your injuries. If possible, you could photograph the scene of the accident and any visible injuries.
Witness details. You may collect the details of anyone who witnessed the incident take place.

A solicitor from Advice could help you to collect evidence which would support your case.

How Much Trampoline Accident Compensation Could I Receive?

Each trampoline accident compensation claim is assessed and calculated individually. This means that without being able to assess your case, we can not say how much compensation you could receive.

Your trampoline park accident claim could be awarded two heads of loss. These are known as general damages and special damages. The first is awarded for the pain and suffering caused by your trampoline injuries. To help value this, parties to a claim may use the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG). The JCG contains guidelines on compensation amounts for different injuries.

Below, we look at some examples from the JCG. Note, the first figure is also inclusive of special damages and does not come from the JCG.

- If you experienced multiple serious injuries also claimed for special damages, you could be awarded up to £1,000,000+ inclusive of special damages.
- Very severe injuries caused by brain damage could be awarded from £344,150 to £493,000.
- A moderate brain injury with moderate to modest intellectual deficit could be awarded from £110,720 to £183,190.
- A severe back injury where there is a spinal cord injury and nerve root damage could be awarded £111,150 to £196,450.
- Moderate back injuries, which include many frequently encountered injuries, could be awarded £15,260 to £33,880.
- A severe neck injury where you suffered a dislocation or bone fracture could be awarded from £55,500 to £68,330.
- Severely disabling elbow injuries could be awarded from £47,810 to £66,920.
- Severe shoulder injuries, which could be associated with a neck injury, could be awarded from £23,430 to £58,610.
- Moderate hand injuries, such as penetrating wounds or crush injuries, may be awarded from £6,910 to £16,200.
- A fractured wrist, or similar soft tissue injury, could be awarded from £7,420 to £12,630.

Can I Claim For Financial Losses Caused By A Trampoline Injury?

The second head of loss is special damages. The purpose of special damages is to compensate for financial costs and losses. Whilst this may include compensation for a variety of different costs, some common examples may include:

Loss of income. If you lost income due to taking time off work whilst you are recovering from your injury, you could recover these losses.
Medical costs. You could claim for the cost of medical treatment, medication and physiotherapy.
The cost of travel to medical appointments.

Please contact our team to find out how personal injury compensation is calculated.

Claim For A Trampoline Injury Using A No Win No Fee Solicitor

We appreciate that taking legal action can feel daunting. We also understand that the potential cost of doing so may add to your concerns. Our advisors are here to help you and to make the claims process a little easier. When you contact us, they will ask you questions about your case and assess whether they think your claim is valid. If they think it is, they could connect you to our No Win No Fee solicitors.

To help you on a No Win No Fee basis, they could offer to handle your case under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). Through the CFA, one of our solicitors could work on your case without asking for any upfront fees. Instead, they will charge a success fee only if you win your claim. This is a percentage that is legally capped and is deducted by your solicitor.

Please contact our team today to make a trampoline accident compensation claim on behalf of you or a child on a No Win No Fee basis. You can:

Phone one of our advisors on 0161 509 2856.
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Meet the Team

Gemma Shields

Chartered Legal Executive | Road Traffic Accident Claims Specialist

Gemma Shields is a CILEx qualified legal professional with over a decade of experience in road traffic accident claims, including pedestrian, cyclist and motorcyclist cases. She provides clear, compassionate legal support to clients across England and Wales.