Gym Accident Claims in Manchester

What are the most common causes of gym accidents?

Modern gyms are high-tech environments in which many people take part in strenuous physical activity in close proximity to heavy equipment. As such, there are plenty of reasons why accidents leading to gym injuries might happen, including the following:

1. Faulty gym equipment

Gym equipment failures can cause serious injuries, especially when they incorporate heavy weights or complex moving parts. As such, gyms and equipment manufacturers both have a responsibility to ensure the equipment they provide is safe, properly constructed and well-maintained.

When this responsibility is not upheld, it can result in serious injuries for gym-goers, and lead to these organisations being found liable for the injuries caused. We regularly represent clients who have had gym injuries due to faulty equipment, and work to give them the best chance of making successful gym accident claims.

2. Wet gym floors

Many gym users take drinks with them for hydration and spillages are a common occurrence. The gym has a duty to ensure that they regularly inspect floor surfaces to keep them dry and safe.

When a wet floor is identified, gym staff are required by law to take remedial action and minimise the risk of slipping - if they fail to do so and an accident occurs, they may be held liable for this.

3. Unqualified instructors

More and more people are attending group-based gym classes such as yoga, spinning, dancing or boxercise. Instructors have a responsibility to arrange a workout that is challenging and fun, but also safe. Despite this, those placed in charge of leading these sessions are often unqualified, putting the safety of attendees at risk.

We recently dealt with a gym injury claim against a major national fitness chain that had provided an unsuitably qualified dance instructor. Our client was asked to perform dance moves that were too challenging for her level of ability; as a result, she suffered serious back problems and was compensated £20,000.

4. Hazards or dumbbells left on the floor

Gym users often leave equipment like dumbbells on the floor, posing a danger to people walking in that area. While many gyms have notices reminding users to put their weights and equipment back on racks, their staff members nevertheless have a duty to regularly inspect floor surfaces to ensure they are free from trip hazards like this.

If they fail to do so and an accident occurs, the injured party is likely to have a strong case to make a claim for gym injury compensation.

How is injury compensation calculated?

Gym injury compensation amounts depend on a number of factors. The most important of these is the severity of the injuries sustained and the degree of negligence on behalf of the gym. We will work to secure the maximum compensation for you following a gym injury, ensuring that the full extent of your suffering is accounted for.

The compensation fee for a gym injury claim is case-dependent, so get in touch with our specialist lawyers for a no-obligation call to understand your options and how much you could be owed. For an initial idea, use our gym injury compensation calculator here.

Why choose us for gym accident claims?

Graham Coffey & Co.'s experienced team of personal injury solicitors has years of experience in handling gym accident claims, and can guarantee you a high standard of service. We will work to make the claims process as stress-free as possible, in order to help you focus on your recovery. We believe that any gym-goer who sustains a serious injury should be eligible to make a gym injury claim.

Our services include:

• A free, no-obligation initial consultation to assess your claim
• No win, no fee legal representation
• A private medical examination and private treatment, where appropriate
• Emergency treatment when necessary
• Recovery of any lost earnings

You will always have access to the direct-dial telephone number of the solicitor who is handling your case. When they are unavailable, another member of our team will step in to handle your enquiry, meaning you will not need to spend time on hold or dealing with receptionists. We will work tirelessly on your gym injury claim and ensure you are kept up to date throughout the process.