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If you have experienced an injury from a slip and fall, you could have a personal injury case on your hands. A slip and fall can lead to serious injuries and occur anywhere and to anyone. If these injuries could have been prevented, someone could be held liable. This is especially true for property owners as they are responsible for taking the appropriate measures to ensure a safe and secure environment. After a slip and fall injury, you can seek the compensation you deserve to help pay for medical expenses, loss of income, along with any pain and suffering with the help of an experienced attorney who is well-versed in liability lawsuits.
Premises Liability Law
Did you know that private homeowners and business owners must exercise reasonable care by maintaining the premises for safety? This includes protecting others from harm and danger on their property. As a property owner, it is their responsibility to fix or remove any potential hazardous risks. If there are risks, they must post a warning for any unsafe conditions. If an injury does result while failing to provide a safe property, the property owner could be held legally accountable.
What are common causes of a slip and fall?
Common causes of a slip and fall on a property include uneven pavements or steps, loose flooring, slippery floors, poor lighting, etc. These injuries could be minor, severe, temporary, permanent and include bruises, cuts, broken limbs, head injuries, or back injuries.
No matter how severe your injuries are, if you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, always seek medical assistance right away and take photos of the scene. It is also helpful to take photos of your injuries and document what happened in full detail. Contact one of our experienced lawyers to help build your case and preserve any evidence. Our lawyers interview witnesses, obtain needed medical records, and other documents to help you with a successful case. Through our extensive research, we will fight and negotiate a favorable settlement for you.