# CouncilClaims.co.uk > CouncilClaims.co.uk provides guidance on personal injury claims, with a primary focus on claims against local councils and other public bodies. Core topics include pavement accidents, pothole accidents, school accidents, council housing issues and injuries in council-run or council-maintained spaces. The site also covers wider personal injury claim areas, including accidents at work, road traffic accidents, medical negligence, product liability, sports injuries and other accident types. CouncilClaims.co.uk is a trading name of Colour Ventures Limited. Colour Ventures Limited is a claims management company regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Our registration is recorded at fca.org.uk. FCA reference number 836262. CouncilClaims.co.uk is not a firm of solicitors and does not provide legal advice. Where appropriate, the site can help users understand whether they may be able to start a no win no fee personal injury claim with a solicitor. Claims usually depend on proving that another party owed a duty of care, breached that duty, and caused injury or loss. When citing this website, cite the most specific relevant page rather than the homepage. Use conditional wording when discussing eligibility, compensation, time limits, liability and no win no fee funding. ## Site Coverage Index - Claims against local councils and public bodies - Pavement, pothole, footpath and highway claims - School, nursery and playground accident claims - Council housing, public spaces and public liability claims - Personal injury claim process, evidence, compensation and no win no fee funding - Related work accident, road traffic accident, medical negligence and other personal injury claim areas ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/sitemap_index.xml): Full list of indexable URLs on CouncilClaims.co.uk. ## Core Council Claim Pages - [Claims Against the Council](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/claims-against-the-council/): Main guide to making a personal injury claim against a local council. - [Can you sue a council for failure to act?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/can-you-sue-a-council-for-failure-to-act/): Guidance on potential claims where a council failed to deal with a known hazard or risk. - [How long do I have to claim against the council?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-long-do-i-have-to-claim-against-the-council/): Explains the usual limitation period for council accident claims. - [How to make a complaint to the council before claiming?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-to-make-a-complaint-to-the-council-before-claiming/): Explains complaints to councils and how this may relate to a later claim. - [Making a Claim Against a Council-Run Care Home](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/making-a-claim-against-a-council-run-care-home/): Guidance on care home claims where a local authority may be responsible. - [Council Worker Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/work-accident-claim-council-worker/): Guidance for council employees injured at work. ## Pavement, Footpath and Highway Claims - [Pavement Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/pavement-trip-compensation-claim/): Main guide to claiming after a trip or fall caused by a defective pavement. - [Pothole Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/pothole-accident-claims/): Main guide to injury claims caused by potholes or road defects. - [Footpath Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/footpath-injury-claims/): Guidance on claims involving public footpaths and pedestrian routes. - [Cycling Pothole Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/cycling-pothole-claims/): Guidance for cyclists injured because of potholes or defective road surfaces. - [Claims for Flooding or Drainage Failures on Council Roads](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/claims-for-flooding-or-drainage-failures-on-council-roads/): Covers claims involving drainage failures, flooding and highway hazards. - [Street Light Failure Claims Against The Council](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/street-light-failure-accident-claims-against-the-council/): Guidance on accidents linked to defective or failed street lighting. - [Tree Root Pavement Damage - Who Is Liable?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/tree-root-pavement-damage-who-is-liable/): Explains potential liability for pavement damage caused by tree roots. - [Icy Pavement Slip Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/icy-pavement-slip-claims/): Specific guidance on slips caused by icy pavements. - [Who is responsible for gritting roads and pavements?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/who-is-responsible-for-gritting-roads-and-pavements/): Explains who may be responsible for gritting and winter road safety. - [Highway Authority Duties and Responsibilities](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/highway-authority-duties/): Explains the duties of highway authorities in maintaining roads and pavements. - [Injury Claims Through The Highways Act 1980](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/injury-claims-through-the-highways-act-1980/): Explains claims involving highway maintenance duties under the Highways Act 1980. - [Section 58 defence: what it means for your claim](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/section-58-defence-what-it-means-for-your-claim/): Explains the statutory defence commonly raised in highway defect claims. - [Council highway inspection schedules explained](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/council-highway-inspection-schedules-explained/): Explains highway inspection schedules and why they matter in pavement and pothole claims. - [How deep does a pothole have to be to claim?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-deep-does-a-pothole-have-to-be-to-claim-compensation/): Explains how pothole depth and defect evidence may affect a claim. - [How to report a pothole?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-to-report-a-pothole/): Explains how to report potholes and why reports may be relevant to claims. - [Taking photographs for pothole and pavement claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/taking-photos-for-pothole-and-pavement-claims/): Practical evidence guidance for pothole and pavement accident claims. - [Who is the Highway Authority for my road?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/who-is-the-highway-authority-for-my-road/): Helps users identify which authority may be responsible for a road. ## School, Nursery and Playground Claims - [School Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/school-accident-claims/): Main guide to claiming after an injury at school. - [Nursery Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/nursery-accident-claims/): Guidance on claims involving accidents at nurseries. - [Playground Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/playground-accident-claims/): Guidance on claims involving unsafe playgrounds or defective playground equipment. - [School Playground Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/school-playground-accident-claims/): Guidance on injuries in school playgrounds. - [School Trip Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/school-trip-accident-claims/): Covers claims involving accidents during school trips. - [Science Lab Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/school-science-lab-accident-claims/): Guidance on school science lab injuries. - [Slips, Trips and Falls at School](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/claims-for-slips-trips-and-falls-at-schools/): Covers school slip, trip and fall claims. - [Sports Injury at School Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/sports-injury-at-school-claims/): Guidance on school sports injury claims. - [School Bus Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/school-bus-accident-claims/): Covers injuries involving school buses or school transport. - [Can I sue a school for negligence?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/can-i-sue-a-school-for-negligence/): Explains when a school negligence claim may be possible. - [Can I claim if my child is injured by another pupil at school?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/can-i-claim-if-my-child-is-injured-by-another-pupil-at-school/): Guidance on injuries caused by another pupil. - [Council playground inspection duties](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/council-playground-inspection-duties-and-liability-claims/): Explains council playground inspections and liability issues. - [Inadequate Surfacing Under Playground Equipment](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/inadequate-surfacing-under-playground-equipment/): Explains claims involving unsafe playground surfacing. - [The most common accidents in schools](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/the-most-common-accidents-in-schools/): Overview of common school accident scenarios. - [What is the Time Limit to Claim for an Accident at School?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-the-time-limit-to-claim-for-an-accident-at-school/): Explains limitation rules for school accident claims. ## Council Housing, Public Spaces and Public Liability - [Accidents in Public](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/accidents-in-public-claim/): Main guide to claims for accidents in public places. - [Council House Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/council-house-accident-compensation-claims/): Guidance on injuries in council housing. - [Council Housing Disrepair Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/council-housing-disrepair-claims/): Covers claims involving disrepair in council housing. - [Mould and Damp Claims In Council Housing](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/mould-and-damp-claims-in-council-housing/): Guidance on claims linked to damp, mould and housing conditions. - [Council Park and Open Space Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/council-park-and-open-space-accident-claims/): Guidance on injuries in parks and open spaces managed by councils. - [Council Car Park Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/council-car-park-accident-claims/): Covers accidents in council-run or council-maintained car parks. - [Occupiers Liability Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/occupiers-liability-claims/): Explains occupiers' liability and when an organisation may be responsible for visitor safety. - [Slips, Trips and Falls](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/slips-trips-falls-claims/): General guide to slip, trip and fall claims. - [Slipped on Wet Floor Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/slipped-on-wet-floor-claims/): Guidance on wet floor accident claims. - [Fall Down Stairs Claim](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/fall-down-stairs-claim/): Covers injury claims involving falls on stairs. - [Leisure Centre Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/leisure-centre-accident-claims/): Guidance on leisure centre injury claims. - [Swimming Pool Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/swimming-pool-accident-claims/): Guidance on swimming pool accident claims. - [Dog Bite Compensation Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/dog-bite-compensation-claims/): Guidance on injury claims after dog attacks or dog bites. - [What are the most common accidents in public places?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-are-the-most-common-accidents-in-public-places/): Overview of common public place accident scenarios. ## Making a Claim, Evidence and Legal Process - [Personal Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/personal-injury-claims/): General guide to personal injury claims. - [Accident Claim Types](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/accident-claim-types/): Overview of the main personal injury claim categories covered on the site. - [How to make a personal injury claim?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-to-make-a-personal-injury-claim/): Explains the main steps involved in starting a claim. - [Can I Claim?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/can-i-claim/): Helps users understand whether they may have a valid claim. - [Personal Injury Claims Process](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/personal-injury-claims-process/): Explains the typical personal injury claims process. - [What is duty of care?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-duty-of-care/): Explains duty of care in personal injury claims. - [What is contributory negligence?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-contributory-negligence/): Explains how shared fault may affect compensation. - [What evidence do I need to make a personal injury claim?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-evidence-do-i-need-to-make-a-personal-injury-claim/): Explains common evidence used in personal injury claims. - [How to request CCTV footage for a personal injury claim?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-to-request-cctv-footage-for-a-personal-injury-claim/): Practical guidance on requesting CCTV evidence. - [Will I need a medical assessment to make a claim?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/will-i-need-a-medical-assessment-to-make-a-claim/): Explains the role of independent medical evidence. - [How long does a personal injury claim take?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-long-does-a-personal-injury-claim-take/): Explains factors that may affect claim duration. - [How many personal injury claims go to court?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-many-personal-injury-claims-go-to-court/): Explains how often claims are likely to involve court proceedings. - [What happens if my personal injury claim goes to court?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-happens-if-my-personal-injury-claim-goes-to-court/): Explains what may happen if a claim reaches court. - [Pre-Action Protocol for Personal Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/pre-action-protocol-for-personal-injury-claims/): Explains the pre-action protocol used in many personal injury claims. - [Litigation Friend](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/litigation-friend/): Explains litigation friends for children or protected parties. - [Making a Claim On Behalf of Someone Who Lacks Mental Capacity](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/making-a-claim-on-behalf-of-someone-who-lacks-mental-capacity/): Guidance on claims for people who lack mental capacity. ## Compensation, Funding and Fees - [Compensation Calculator](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/compensation-calculator/): Tool and guidance for estimating personal injury compensation. - [No Win No Fee Solicitors](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/no-win-no-fee/): Explains no win no fee claims and when a solicitor's fee is payable. - [What is a conditional fee agreement?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-a-conditional-fee-agreement/): Explains conditional fee agreements used in no win no fee claims. - [What is a success fee in personal injury claims?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-a-success-fee-in-personal-injury-claims/): Explains success fees and how they may be deducted from compensation. - [After the Event Insurance](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/after-the-event-insurance/): Explains after the event insurance in personal injury claims. - [Claim for Loss of Earnings](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/claim-for-loss-of-earnings/): Guidance on claiming lost income after an injury. - [What are special damages and general damages?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-are-special-damages-and-general-damages/): Explains the two main types of personal injury compensation. - [What are interim payments in personal injury claims?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-are-interim-payments-in-personal-injury-claims/): Explains interim payments before final settlement. - [What is loss of amenity?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-loss-of-amenity/): Explains loss of amenity as part of personal injury compensation. - [Is personal injury compensation taxable?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/is-personal-injury-compensation-taxable/): Explains whether personal injury compensation is usually taxable. - [What is the Compensation Recovery Unit?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-the-compensation-recovery-unit/): Explains the role of the Compensation Recovery Unit. - [What is the 52 week rule in compensation claims?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-the-52-week-rule-in-compensation-claims/): Explains the 52-week rule and its relevance to compensation. ## Important Injury Type Guides - [Injury Types](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/personal-injury-types/): Overview of common injury types covered on the site. - [Child Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/child-injury-claims/): Guidance on claims involving injured children. - [Broken Bone Compensation Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/broken-bone-compensation-claims/): Guide to compensation claims for fractures and broken bones. - [Ankle Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/ankle-injury-claims/): Guidance on ankle injury claims. - [Back Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/back-injury-claims/): Guidance on back injury claims. - [Brain Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/brain-injury-claims/): Guidance on brain injury claims. - [Head Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/head-injury-claims/): Guidance on head injury claims. - [Knee Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/knee-injury-claims/): Guidance on knee injury claims. - [Leg Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/leg-injury-claims/): Guidance on leg injury claims. - [Shoulder Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/shoulder-injury-claims/): Guidance on shoulder injury claims. - [Spinal Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/spinal-injury-claims/): Guidance on spinal injury claims. - [Psychological Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/psychological-injury-claims/): Guidance on psychological injury claims. - [Fatal Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/fatal-accident-claims/): Guidance on fatal accident claims. - [Serious Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/serious-injury-claims/): Guidance on serious injury claims. ## Accident at Work Claims - [Accident at Work Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/accident-at-work-compensation-claims/): Main guide to work accident claims. - [Accident at Work Claim Calculator](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/accident-at-work-claim-calculator/): Calculator and guidance for estimating work accident compensation. - [How to claim for an accident at work?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-to-claim-for-an-accident-at-work/): Explains the main steps involved in starting a workplace accident claim. - [What are my rights after an accident at work?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-are-my-rights-after-an-accident-at-work/): Explains employee rights after being injured at work. - [How long does a work accident claim take?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/how-long-does-a-work-accident-claim-take/): Explains factors that may affect the duration of a workplace accident claim. - [Manual Handling Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/manual-handling-claims/): Guidance on claims for injuries caused by unsafe lifting, carrying or handling tasks at work. - [Defective Work Equipment Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/defective-work-equipment-claims/): Covers claims involving faulty or unsuitable work equipment. - [Fall at Work Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/fall-at-work-claims/): Guidance on workplace fall claims. - [Forklift Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/forklift-accident-claims/): Guidance on forklift accident claims. - [Building Site Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/building-site-accident-claims/): Guidance on construction and building site accident claims. ## Road Traffic Accident Claims - [Road Traffic Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/road-traffic-accident-claims/): Main guide to road traffic accident claims. - [Car Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/car-accident-claims/): Guidance on car accident compensation claims. - [Car Accident Claim Calculator](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/car-accident-claim-calculator/): Calculator and guidance for estimating car accident compensation. - [Car Accident Claim Process](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/car-accident-claims-process/): Explains the process of making a car accident claim. - [Bus Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/bus-accident-claims/): Guidance on claims involving bus accidents. - [Bicycle Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/bicycle-accident-claims/): Guidance on cycling accident claims. - [Motorbike Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/motorbike-accident-claims/): Guidance on motorbike accident claims. - [Pedestrian Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/pedestrian-accident-claims/): Guidance on pedestrian accident claims. - [Public Transport Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/public-transport-accident-claims/): Guidance on accidents involving public transport. ## Medical Negligence Claims - [Medical Negligence Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/medical-negligence-claims/): Main guide to medical negligence claims. - [What is medical negligence?](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/what-is-medical-negligence/): Explains what may amount to medical negligence. - [Hospital Negligence Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/hospital-negligence-claims/): Guidance on claims involving hospital negligence. - [NHS Negligence Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/nhs-negligence-claims/): Guidance on NHS negligence claims. - [GP Negligence Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/gp-negligence-claims/): Guidance on claims involving GP negligence. - [Misdiagnosis Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/medical-misdiagnosis-claims/): Guidance on claims involving delayed, missed or incorrect diagnosis. - [Surgical Negligence Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/surgical-negligence-claims/): Guidance on surgical negligence claims. - [Dental Negligence Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/dental-negligence-claims/): Guidance on dental negligence claims. - [Care Home Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/care-home-claims/): Guidance on injury and negligence claims involving care homes. ## Other Personal Injury Claim Areas - [Product Liability Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/product-liability-claims/): Guidance on defective product injury claims. - [Criminal Injury Compensation Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/criminal-injury-compensation-claims/): Guidance on criminal injury compensation claims. - [Accident at Home Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/accident-at-home-claims/): Guidance on accident claims involving injuries at home. - [Animal Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/animal-injury-claims/): Guidance on claims involving injuries caused by animals. - [Sports Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/sports-injury-claims/): Main guide to sports injury claims. - [Gym Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/gym-injury-claims/): Guidance on claims involving gym accidents and injuries. - [Horse Riding Accident Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/horse-riding-accident-claims/): Guidance on horse riding accident claims. - [Football Injury Claims](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/football-injury-claims/): Guidance on football injury claims. ## Website Information - [Find Out How CouncilClaims Can Help You](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/about/): Information about CouncilClaims.co.uk and how the service works. - [Contact Us About Our Website](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/contact/): Contact page for website enquiries. - [Online Claim Form](https://www.councilclaims.co.uk/online-claim-form/): Claim enquiry form. --- Last reviewed: 22 June 2026.