1. What is a Slip and Fall Injury?
A slip and fall injury is any accident that occurs as the result of a dangerous condition created by a property owner.
The general rule of law is that property owners owe a duty of care to their visitors to create a reasonably safe environment, or to warn of any unsafe conditions the property owner knew or should have known about.
– Slip Trip & Fall – Premises Liability – Accident Locations – FAQ – What Should I Do? – Statistics In some situations, where the victims own actions are partly to blame, California will apply “comparative negligence” to measure the victim’s level of fault.
No one slip and fall case is the same; there are several factors in determining whether you have a legitimate slip and fall claim including:
It is important that you contact a Slip and Fall Attorney at Downtown LA Law today so that we can effectively evaluate your case.
Yes; homeowner’s insurance usually will cover a slip and fall claim. Exceptions however could exist in instances of gross negligence or where there are contract limitations. Most often, homeowners insurance is your best bet for recovery where an injury occurs in someone’s home. It is important that you have a skilled personal injury lawyer to handle your insurance claim.
Yes. Recovery depends on who is in control of the sidewalk. Potentially, the city or private owner of the sidewalk may be liable. Additionally, where a third party is hired to maintain a sidewalk, that party may be liable. Generally, slip and fall accident on sidewalks result from potholes, uneven pavement, improperly maintained tree roots, protruding objects or even excess buildup of snow and ice.
It is imperative that you act responsibly after your slip and fall accident. Failure to do so may can be harmful to your case. The most important aspect to any slip and fall accident is your health. Make sure you receive immediate medical care for your injuries. For a full list of what to do, please check out our What Should I Do After a Slip and Fall page.
At Downtown LA Law, we will seek to recovery of damage from your slip and fall accident. This includes both economic and non-economic damages, including:
Slip and Fall accidents can be both painful and costly. Failing to act accordingly may be detrimental to your claim, and could have severe physical and monetary consequences. After a slip and fall accident, it is important that you:
Resources: Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Bureau of Labor Statistics: Injuries, Illness and Fatalities National Floor Safety Institute
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