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1 in 3 Britons suffer an injury as a result of participating in a sporting event each year, the most common causes are improper use of machinery, not wearing the appropriate clothing and not training properly. If you have been injured taking part in a sporting activity it is possible for you to claim compensation.

When involved in a sporting event, whether it be a team sport or against just one competitor, each participant has a duty of care toward each other not to deliberately seek to injure another player. This duty of care is also a legal responsibility.

When you are training in a gymnasium or fitness centre, the owner of the premises has a duty of care towards all the people using his facilities. It is his responsibility to ensure that all the equipment in use is serviceable and fit for its intended purpose, thus ensuring that accidents do not take place.

Fitness professionals such as personal trainers and coaches also have a duty of care toward their clients, to ensure that you do not suffer from any avoidable injury as a result of the training program they give you.

British compensation law allows you to claim for the following in the event of a sports injury:

• Loss of income as a result of negligence
• Travel costs as a result of medical malpractice
• Cost of any further treatment necessary to correct the negligent work
• Physical pain and suffering
• Emotional pain and suffering, including psychological therapy

If, as a result of a sports injury, you are seeking compensation, we recommend that you contact a lawyer specializing in sport injuries, contact your legal specialist here.