Slip And Fall On Church Property Lawyer

When you are on your way to your place of worship, the last thing on your mind will likely be getting hurt. Most people view their place of worship as a safe haven and place of peace and tranquility. However, it is essential to remember that it is also a structure that can have issues or fall into disrepair, much like any building. So it is vital that you remain focused on traversing the space safely and with an attentive view at spotting these common slip and fall or trip and fall safety hazards:

• Damaged or uneven tread on steps or in stairways
• Damage to the flooring surface or carpet on steps and walkways
• Transitions from one flooring surface to another
• A step or change in elevation, such as a ramp that is hard to see
• Wet floors, mold, or mildew on flooring
• Cords or hoses left on walkways
• Litter or debris left on the floor or in stairways
• Poorly lit spaces or places where light is not functioning, making it hard to see the floor

When you slip and fall or trip and fall, it can be easy to wonder if you made a mistake or were not paying attention to your surroundings. You blame yourself for the incident and start to worry about the cost of any necessary medical care to treat your injuries. But you should know that the issue that caused your fall could have been someone else’s fault, and you are not to blame. Coming to that conclusion can be even more challenging when you are in your church and think about all the kind members whom you would never think could have caused you to be injured.

But again, it is vital to consider the church as nothing more than another structure you are visiting. Know that premises liability applies to all properties, including businesses, public spaces, and private property. The guidelines of premises liability that all property owners must follow define the level of care that must be provided to ensure the safety of guests or, in this case, church parishioners.

For the church to be meeting its obligation under duty of care laws, the staff must be providing the same level of care as would be provided by the average prudent person. So, if a carpet is torn and could cause someone to trip and fall, the average person would repair the damage or replace the carpeting. The church staff should act accordingly to meet their duty of care. Likewise, if water leaks on the floor, the church staff must have the leak repaired, and until it can be resolved, signs should be placed to warn guests of the added hazard.

If the church staff fail to meet this minimum level of care, they are said to be negligent in their duty of care. In addition, if that negligence can be proven to have contributed to or caused someone to suffer an injury due to a slip and fall incident, the church is liable for the victim’s losses and damages. If you were recently injured due to a slip and fall at your church, please get in touch with DTLA Law Group immediately to discuss your case with a personal injury lawyer to evaluate the legal merit of the claim. Soon, you will know if you can sue the church for the harm you suffered due to their lack of care in keeping the space safe and free of hazards.

In California, the Statute Of Limitations for most slip-and-fall personal injury lawsuits is two years from the incident date. If your case is not filed with the court in that time, you will typically lose the right to seek justice and compensation for the damages and losses you suffered due to that event. Please be sure to contact DTLA Law Group as soon as you have addressed your medical needs to discuss the facts of your slip and fall and how our staff will handle the legal process for you so that you can focus on healing and your recovery.

As a personal injury victim, you should know that there are no predetermined values for lawsuits or a set amount you would seek for a specific type of injury. Instead, each case is carefully evaluated, and the expenses and losses incurred by the victim are evaluated to calculate the actual value or compensation requested in the lawsuit. You will work with the legal team at DTLA Law Group to compile all allowable expenses for your case, which generally include:

• All current and estimated future medical expenses related to the diagnosis, treatment, or rehabilitation of the injuries suffered in your slip and fall incident
• The value of any personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the incident
• Your lost income if the injuries you suffered prevented you from performing your normal duties required by your job
• All legal fees, expenses, and costs associated with DTLA Law Group researching for, preparing, filing, and litigating your slip and fall on church property lawsuit
• In cases that include severe injuries or require a lengthy recovery period, it is not uncommon to seek added compensation for the victim’s pain and suffering during that extended process

Please contact the expert team at DTLA Law Group to learn more about the process of evaluating the expenses and losses associated with your slip and fall injuries. Our staff is reachable 24/7 to assist you by answering your questions and booking a free consultation with a DTLA Law Group personal injury lawyer to evaluate your claim.

Many victims of a personal injury such as a slip and fall incident are worried that they cannot afford the upfront legal fees needed to secure representation for their lawsuit. They already have mounting medical expenses and could be missing significant income if they cannot work, so paying legal fees is a hardship they cannot accommodate. However, the expert personal injury lawyers at DTLA have a solution for that issue. We never charge any legal fees or expenses until your case is resolved. Then, you will have the compensation needed to cover all your legal costs without adding unnecessary financial strain to your household budget. In addition, if we fail to win your slip and fall accident injury lawsuit, you owe us nothing for our time or any expenses we covered on your behalf.

Please know that even though your slip and fall injuries occurred at a church, you still have a right to be fairly compensated if the church or its staff is to blame for the harm you sustained. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with DTLA Law Group today to discuss the facts of the incident with one of our seasoned slip-and-fall-on church property lawyers to learn more about your rights and the process of securing the compensation owed for the losses and damages you suffered. But please act today, as you only have two years from the date of the incident to seek justice via a lawsuit.

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