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Pot Holes

Benno1983
Benno1983 Posts: 82 Forumite
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Hi,

I've just been denied a claim by the council. What can I do now?

Thanks

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  • neilmcl
    neilmcl Posts: 19,460 Forumite
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    Either instruct a solicitor if you really think you've got a case or forget about it.
  • anewman
    anewman Posts: 9,200 Forumite
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    http://www.potholes.co.uk/claims/step_by_step_guide
  • sassy_one
    sassy_one Posts: 2,688 Forumite
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    Appeal and instruct a solicitor if you believe you have a strong case!
  • Strider590
    Strider590 Posts: 11,874 Forumite
    Around here the council say that you can only claim for damage if you notify them about the pothole BEFORE you hit it!! :mad:
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  • whatmichaelsays
    whatmichaelsays Posts: 2,927 Forumite
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    Strider590 wrote: »
    Around here the council say that you can only claim for damage if you notify them about the pothole BEFORE you hit it!! :mad:

    IIRC, the general rule is that you have to be able to demonstrate that the council knew about the pothole and neglected to remedy the issue within "reasonable time".

    I know when I've reported potholes through Fillthathole, Leeds City Council have been out with a temporary bodge-fix within three days or so.
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  • Sandoval
    Sandoval Posts: 903 Forumite
    If you could explain the circumstances it would help everyone understand if you have much of a case or not.
  • sassy_one
    sassy_one Posts: 2,688 Forumite
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    Request to appeal their decision on grounds the grounds you feel you have.

    I would try and obtain some form of evidence, eg a garage estimate or similar to support your claim against them

    Good luck :D
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