Accidents can happen unexpectedly, and one common type that can occur in various settings is a slip and fall accident. These incidents can result in serious injuries that impact physical well-being and daily life. By understanding the common types of injuries that can occur in trip and fall accidents, we can raise awareness, take preventive measures, and promote safety for ourselves and those around us. In this blog post, we will explore some of the typical injuries that can arise from slip and … [Read more...]
Building a Strong Slip and Fall Claim: Dos and Don’ts
Slip and fall accidents can occur unexpectedly, leading to serious injuries and financial burdens. If you've experienced a slip and fall incident in California, it's essential to understand the dos and don'ts when it comes to building a strong personal injury claim. By following the right steps and avoiding common pitfalls, you can increase your chances of obtaining fair compensation for your injuries and losses. In this blog post, we'll explore the dos and don'ts of building a slip and fall … [Read more...]
What Kinds of Experts Could Help Strengthen My Slip and Fall Claim?
When it comes to slip and falls, determining liability can be challenging. Experts can attest that many factors often contribute to slip and fall accidents, including hazardous conditions and negligence on the part of the property owner. If you slipped on someone else’s property and you want to seek compensation, though, there’s no way around determining liability. For your claim to have even a chance of yielding a payout, you must present lots of compelling evidence of liability. This … [Read more...]
What to Know About Putting Together a Slip and Fall Case in California
Were you seriously hurt on someone else’s property? If you’re thinking about putting together a slip and fall case, there are a few things you should know. For example, although California tort law recognizes premises liability, injured parties are not always entitled to compensation. Whether you actually have grounds for a claim depends on the circumstances surrounding the accident. Read on to learn more about the kinds of scenarios in which you can take action, as well as how … [Read more...]
5 Pieces of Evidence to Support Your Slip and Fall Claim
When you slip and fall while you’re out and about, it’s reasonable to assume the property owner—or, in some cases, the occupier—is liable. Before you can hold them financially accountable, though, you’re going to have to convince the insurer that they were, in fact, negligent. You’re also going to have to present compelling evidence that demonstrates damages. Let’s take a look at the kinds of evidence that can help you prove liability and losses, so you can build the strongest case … [Read more...]
When Is a Property Owner Liable for a Slip & Fall Accident?
It’s a common misconception that property owners are automatically liable for any accidents that injure third parties at their home or place of business. While they’re often considered responsible in the eyes of the law, there are scenarios in which they’re not. In other words, if you slipped and fell on someone else’s property, you’re not necessarily guaranteed a payout. Before you can hold the owner financially accountable, you’re going to have to prove the following elements: 1. … [Read more...]
6 FAQs About Slip & Fall Back Injury Claims
From skydiving to horseback riding, there are all kinds of activities that require an assumption of injury risk—and for good reason. Extreme sports and other recreational activities are inherently dangerous, even when you take all recommended precautions. Chances are, however, most of the things you do on a day-to-day basis aren’t especially risky. You don’t have to sign a waiver of liability before entering the grocery store, for example, or when visiting a friend’s apartment … [Read more...]
6 FAQs About Slip & Fall Hip Fracture Claims
Among people who slip and fall, roughly 5 percent end up fracturing something. Hip fractures are the most serious of this type of injury and tend to cause the worst health problems. They also result in the highest number of deaths, especially among the elderly. If you sustained a hip fracture on someone else’s property, the resulting costs are probably adding up fast. Medical bills and lost wages alone can amount to tens of thousands of dollars—or more—each month. Fortunately, you may be able … [Read more...]
Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Lawsuits in California
If you are recovering from serious injuries after a slip and fall on someone else’s property, you have a limited amount of time to take legal action. While you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other resulting damages, you will lose the chance to file a lawsuit if you let the applicable deadline pass. California’s standard statute of limitations for slip and fall lawsuits is two years. That means most plaintiffs have two years from the date on which they were … [Read more...]
7 FAQs About Slips and Falls Caused by Spilled Liquids
Slips and falls have the potential to cause serious injuries including bone fractures, head trauma, and spinal cord damage. When a facility that caters to customers in-house—a bar, restaurant, or grocery store, for example—fails to clean up spilled liquids in a timely manner, they expose everyone on site to an injury risk. Thankfully, those who do get hurt may have legal recourse. If you slipped at a business establishment because employees failed to mop up or mark off a spill, here’s what … [Read more...]
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