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Slip and Fall Accidents
Thousands of people are injured in slip and fall accidents every year. Slip and fall accidents occur when a person trips, falls, or slips due to dangerous conditions on someone else's property. Property owners are legally obligated to keep their property safe. However, when property owners act negligently or fail to maintain their property, hazardous conditions may arise.
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident through no fault of your own, you may be eligible to seek compensation for your losses by filing a premises liability lawsuit. Pease contact us today to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you understand your legal rights and options.
Slip and Fall Accident Causes
Slip and fall accidents are usually caused by preventable dangerous conditions. In many cases, the conditions were caused by the negligence of the property owner. For instance, the property owner may have created a hazardous condition, known about the condition but failed to correct it, or else failed to identify the danger altogether.
Some of the unsafe conditions that often result in slip and fall accidents are:
- Wet or slippery floor
- Uneven pavement
- Poor lighting
- Torn carpeting
- Narrow stairs
- Lack of handrails
Slip and Fall Accident Injuries
Depending on the environment and circumstances surrounding the accident, a slip and fall accident can result in injuries of varying degree, and in severe cases, death. Some of the more common injuries include broken bones, sprains and fractures, strained muscles, bruises, cuts, contusions, and more.
Individuals who have been seriously injured in a slip and fall accident may should consult with an attorney as soon as possible after the incident to ensure their legal rights are protected.
Liability in Slip and Fall Accidents
Since each case is unique in circumstance and environment, determining liability in a slip and fall accident is not often straightforward. Oftentimes, the injured party must prove that their slip and fall accident was caused by someone else's negligence as opposed to one's own carelessness. A qualified personal injury attorney can help slip and fall accident victims prove their case.
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your suffering and losses, including medical expenses, lost wages, and more. At the law firm of Green & Schultz, we have successfully tried cases against large companies like Wal-Mart and won many favorable jury verdicts.
Please contact us today for a free consultation with one of our caring and qualified personal injury attorneys who can help you maximize your legal rights and ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
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