Slip and Fall Lawyer in Los Angeles County
One of the activities many people take for granted on a daily basis is walking through a business, restaurant, or parking lot and expecting to remain on their feet. Sometimes, out of pure clumsiness, an individual may trip over their own feet or get distracted and miss a clearly marked step which leads to them falling, being embarrassed, and possibly injuring themselves. However, other times, it is not due to a person’s clumsiness that they fall and get hurt. At these moments, the businesses at which the slip and fall takes place may be liable for the customer’s injuries.
What Is a Slip and Fall Accident?
A slip and fall accident is quite simply exactly what it says: a person slips on something and falls to the ground. That person may sustain injuries which can last for a mere few hours or can be life-changing and severe. It all depends on the situation. The main difference between a fall that occurs due to a person’s clumsiness and the more severe slip and fall is negligence on the part of the business. If an individual falls as a result of debris, spilled liquid, or wet floors that were not properly cleaned or marked, the business may be liable for any injuries or additional stress and trauma sustained from that fall. Contacting slip and fall lawyers can help you assess your case.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
When there is a common area often traveled by a variety of people (both workers and customers) at a business, restaurant, or in a parking lot, that area needs to be properly cleaned and kept clear. Some of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents occur because someone has failed to keep a common area clear and safe for those who walk on it. As a guest at a restaurant or customer in a store, you usually expect that anywhere you are able to walk (as in, not restricted to employee only access) will be safe and cleared for you. Most people do not enter these places expecting to encounter messes or unsafe conditions.
At Era Law Firm in Los Angeles County, our slip and fall lawyers frequently handle accident cases caused by:
- Wet, slippery, or oil-covered walkways
- Debris that has not been cleared away
- Cracked, broken, or crooked walkways, entryways, aisles, or sidewalks
- Areas in stores or restaurants that have displays or advertisements placed in a haphazard or dangerous fashion
- Frayed, torn, or bunched flooring or carpeting
- Ice, snow, rain, or leaves from inclement weather that have been tracked inside and not cleaned up or brought to the attention of the customer (usually with a “caution” sign)
- Dangerous or inadequate lighting
Whatever the reason for your slip and fall accident, you may be eligible for compensation for your sustained injuries if the business or restaurant failed to remove the danger from a common walking area. Contacting our slip and fall lawyers in Los Angeles county is the easiest way to see if you are eligible for compensation.
When Is the Property Owner Liable if You Slip and Fall?
On a commercial property, the owner or manager of the property is responsible for the reasonable upkeep of all common walking areas. If there was some type of hazard or danger that was left untreated or ignored and you slipped as a result, you may be eligible to fight for compensation for your injuries. The owner of the property may be held liable and be responsible for the injuries and damages you sustained. If that individual or one of the employees created the dangerous condition, recognized the danger and failed to remedy it, or disregarded the danger and allowed you to be injured, there is definitely a chance that person may be held liable for your injuries and our slip and fall lawyers can fight for your compensation.
In a residential property situation, the property owner or landlord could be held responsible for your injuries if they knew about the danger, could have repaired or remedied the issue, would have recognized that the danger could have caused a serious injury, and failed to remedy the issue which directly caused your injuries.
For government properties, there are completely separate issues that may be raised and these types of accidents come with their own unique set of rules and regulations. It is best to consult with and hire experienced slip and fall lawyers to handle this situation so that you know you have a skilled representative on your side fighting for your best interests.
Our Recent Slip and Fall Accident Case Settlements
N.S.
Slip and Fall Accident
Settlement Amount
$225,841
A.J.
Slip and Fall Accident
Settlement Amount
$433,412
V.K.
Slip and Fall Accident
Settlement Amount
$353,265
Contact Our Slip and Fall Lawyers at Era Law Firm in Los Angeles County Today
If you or a loved one has been involved in a slip and fall accident (on commercial, residential, or government property) and sustained injuries or losses due to another individual’s negligence, you deserve compensation. At Era Law Firm in Los Angeles County, our slip and fall lawyers understand how challenging it can be to handle all of the issues that arise from a slip and fall accident. Allow our experienced personal injury attorneys to work tirelessly to protect your legal rights and get your case prosecuted as quickly as possible. Slip and fall accidents can be very challenging, especially when trying to prove liability and fault, so it is best to allow our expert Los Angeles County attorneys to handle your case.
You should be able to focus on recovering from your accident, not the legal issues. We put your best interests first so that you can remain focused on the most important aspects of the healing and recovery process. We keep you at the forefront of our strategy and work to ensure you get the best possible outcome from the case.
Contact us today for more about our personal injury firm or fill out our inquiry form for a free case evaluation. We are dedicated to working for you and fighting for the compensation you deserve after sustaining injuries and damages caused by someone else’s negligence. Our slip and fall lawyers are here to answer your questions and address your concerns at any time because we know how stressful the process can be. Call today to discuss your case and find out if you may be eligible for compensation. Don’t try to fight the insurance companies on your own!
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