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Landlord Negligence Injury Lawyers Canberra

Landlords must keep rental properties safe. If you were injured because a landlord or agent ignored a dangerous defect, you may be able to claim.

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Landlord negligence, in short

Landlords must keep rental properties safe. If you were injured because a landlord or agent ignored a dangerous defect, you may be able to claim. United Legal is a Canberra firm based in Fyshwick. We work on a No Win, No Fee basis and your first conversation is free.

Landlord Negligence Injury: what you need to know

Tenants and their visitors are injured by broken stairs and balconies, rotten decking, faulty electrical wiring, loose handrails and other defects that should have been repaired.

If you reported the problem and it was not fixed, that is strong evidence for your claim. Keep copies of your repair requests and any replies from the landlord or agent.

Rental property hazards

  • Broken or rotten stairs, decks and balconies
  • Loose or missing handrails
  • Faulty wiring and electrical hazards
  • Mould causing illness
  • Poor lighting in common areas
  • Hazards in apartment common property

When rental property defects cause injury

Landlords and property managers must keep rental properties reasonably safe and repair known defects. Broken stairs, faulty balconies, electrical problems, mould and gas leaks can cause serious injuries.

Written repair requests are strong evidence. If you told the landlord or agent about a problem and it was not fixed, keep those emails and messages.

What you can claim

If a business, landlord, council or other occupier failed to take reasonable care and you were hurt, you may be able to claim under the Civil Law (Wrongs) Act 2002 (ACT) for pain and suffering, lost income, medical costs and care and assistance.

Read more about public liability claims.

Evidence that helps your claim

You do not need to have everything before you call us, but these records make a public liability claim stronger. Keep copies of anything you have:

  • Photos of the hazard and where it happened
  • An incident report from the business or owner
  • Names and numbers of witnesses
  • A request to keep CCTV footage
  • Medical records and receipts

How much could a landlord negligence claim be worth?

Every claim is different. The amount depends on how serious your injuries are, your lost and future earnings, your medical costs, the care you need, and whether you share any of the blame. We give you an honest estimate once we understand your situation, and we prepare every claim to get its full value rather than settling early.

Why people choose United Legal

  • Three lawyers on every case. Your claim is checked by more than one experienced lawyer, start to finish.
  • A local Canberra firm since 2004. We know the ACT schemes, insurers, doctors and courts.
  • No Win, No Fee. No upfront costs, and you get a written costs agreement before we start.
  • Serious injury experience. Our results include a $20m+ settlement and a $1.4m workers compensation claim.

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What to do now

  1. Report the incident to the business or owner and ask for it to be recorded.
  2. Take photos of the hazard and your injuries, and get witness details.
  3. Ask for any CCTV to be kept, as it is often overwritten within days.
  4. See a doctor and keep receipts for your costs.

Landlord negligence: FAQs

I told the agent about the problem months ago. Does that help?
Yes. Written repair requests show the landlord knew about the hazard. Keep copies of emails, messages and maintenance requests.
I was visiting a friend's rental. Can I claim?
Possibly. Visitors can claim against an occupier or landlord whose negligence caused their injury.
I reported the problem but it was never fixed. Do I have a claim?
If you were injured because of a defect the landlord knew about and failed to fix, you may have a strong claim.
Can visitors to a rental property claim?
Yes. Visitors injured by a dangerous defect may be able to claim against the landlord, tenant or both, depending on who was responsible.
How much does a public liability lawyer cost?
We run these claims on a No Win, No Fee basis. Your first conversation is free, there are no upfront fees, and if your claim is not successful you do not pay our professional fees. You get a written costs agreement before we start.
Is there a time limit?
The general time limit in the ACT is three years, and you must give notice of your claim early. Get advice as soon as you can.

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