Millions of pounds each year is paid out to school pupils, teachers and staff in compensation claims for accidents ranging from damaged clothing to serious injury and accidents in the playground.

Some children receive over £10,000 in injury claims payments from local councils, with common claims for injuries to the head, fingers and hands and broken arms and legs.

Claims against local authorities are also often made when property is damaged, lost or stolen, the most common claims are for school uniforms, mobile phones, mp3 players and jewellery.

Personal injury claims against schools aren’t restricted to the pupils, teachers and school staff members who have been hurt through no fault of their own also have the right to make a claim for compensation.

Schools have a duty of care to their pupils, staff and visitors, if someone is injured as a result of the school neglecting their duty the likely outcome will be a personal injury claim being made against the school.

Anyone injured in a school should seek legal advice from a specialist Solicitor who has experience of handling education related claims against the local authority.

If you would like free advice about making a compensation claim against a school contact Pinto Potts Solicitors in total confidence on 0800 316 4434.