California Zephyr Slip And Fall Attorney

What Is The Statute Of Limitations?

The Statute of Limitations governs all lawsuits and defines the amount of time the victim has to file their claim with the court. The amount of time will vary based on the legal matter involved in the lawsuit. However, in all instances, the time provided by the Statute of Limitations is non-negotiable and often has no exceptions for allotting more time to file a claim. If the victim fails to have their case filed with the court within the time provided, they will lose the right to seek justice and compensation for the harm and expenses incurred due to that specific event.

Cases involving a personal injury, such as a slip and fall injury, allow the victim two years from the date of the injury to file their lawsuit with the court. However, these cases offer no exceptions to extend the time to make a claim. So, if you fail to file the case with the court by the expiration of the Statute of Limitations, you will permanently lose the ability to sue Amtrak for the injuries and losses suffered in your California Zephyr slip and fall incident. Please reach out to DTLA Law Group today to discuss the facts of your slip and fall claim and how long you have to file your claim with the court if you want to pursue legal action.

What Causes Slip And Fall Incidents?

When you are walking on a moving train, it can be challenging to feel stable and in control. However, this mode of transportation was created to provide passengers with the ability to move about the cars and have more freedom than just a confined space. The train cars are carefully designed to provide added space and clearance for safe foot traffic. However, there can be issues if the trains are not properly cleaned and maintained. Sadly, most California Zephyr slip and fall injury incidents could have easily been prevented if the train staff had invested the necessary time in simple chores. The common hazards passengers could encounter include:

• Food or drinks spilled and not properly cleaned up
• Floor mats or rugs that are saturated with water
• Damaged or missing floor mats at entrance doors
• Cords or hoses running across or along walkways
• Damaged or missing safety handrails
• Litter or trash left on the floor from overflowing trash cans
• Inventory items blocking walkways instead of being properly stored
• Burned-out light bulbs that have not been replaced make the space dark and difficult to navigate
• Torn or loose carpeting
• Damaged or uneven flooring surfaces
• Poorly marked or unmarked transitions from one flooring surface to another
• Poorly marked or unmarked steps or ramps

If you suffered a California Zephyr slip and fall injury accident because of any of these issues or others that should have been prevented, please get in touch with DTLA Law Group today. Our staff is here to help you understand your right to seek compensation to assist you in overcoming the hardships of the injuries you sustained on the California Zephyr.

When Is Amtrak To Blame For Your California Zephyr Slip And Fall Injuries?

As a train service provider, Amtrak has an obligation to provide a safe space for passengers as well as safe infrastructure that will be used during the trip. The requirements Amtrak must meet are similar to those required by the owner of a store or restaurant when it comes to protecting the safety of patrons. Simple issues or safety hazards must be addressed promptly to prevent passengers from getting hurt.

For example, if you see ice that was dropped on the floor, you pick it up so it does not melt into a slippery puddle. The train staff is obligated to act in that same manner to protect passengers. If the staff fails to provide basic safety to passengers, they can be found negligent. And if that negligence caused or contributed to your slip and fall injury while on the California Zephyr, you could have grounds to sue Amtrak. Please get in touch with DTLA Law Group today to speak to a California Zephyr slip and fall attorney to evaluate the legal merit of your case and explain if negligence could have played a part in your injuries.

The value of each lawsuit compensation is independently determined by calculating the losses and expenses incurred by the victim. There are no predetermined compensation amounts for personal injury lawsuits. You will work closely with your legal team and California Zephyr slip and fall attorney to compile all allowable expenses to ensure you are fully and fairly compensated for the harm you suffered on the train. Common items included in slip and fall lawsuits are:

• All current and estimated future medical expenses related to the slip and fall injuries
• Your lost income if you are unable to work until fully recovered and any income lost when attending medical appointments or treatment related to the slip and fall injuries
• The replacement cost of any personal property damaged or destroyed in the incident
• All legal costs associated with preparing, filing, and litigating your California Zephyr slip and fall injury lawsuit
• In cases with severe injuries or those that require a lengthy recovery time, it is possible to seek compensation for pain and suffering

Unfortunately, many slip and fall injury victims never get the compensation that is owed to them because they cannot afford quality legal services. The upfront fees required when hiring many law firms make it impossible for these victims to secure help in getting what is owed to them. However, at DTLA Law Group, we only get paid after the case is resolved and our valued client has the compensation needed to cover their legal cost and other expenses. In addition, our client owes us nothing if we fail to win their California Zephyr slip and fall lawsuit and deliver the compensation they need to cover their expenses.

Please reach out to DTLA Law Group today to learn more about holding the California Zephyr and Amtrak accountable for any negligence that resulting in you suffering injuries, losses, and trauma. Our staff is reachable 24/7 and ready to provide the answers and peace of mind you need to be able to focus your attention on healing and making a complete recovery.

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