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What is a “slip and fall” injury and how can a victim claim compensation?

2008-10-13 18:56:29 (GMT) (Caymanmama.com - Law News)

Slip Trip and Fall

Slip, trip and fall injuries are explained along with commonly asked questions that victims may have when faced with a personal injury claim and financial losses.

New York City, NY (CaymanMama.com) — Many victims of a slip and fall injury become instantly disabled to the point where they can not work, take care of the family or enjoy life for a long period of time during their recovery. Still, the biggest error a victim can make after an injury is not properly educating themselves on the specifics of their personal injury claim and not taking action to recover their losses.

What is a slip and fall injury?

A “slip and fall” (also referred to as a “trip and fall”) is a blanket term for an injury which occurs when someone slips, trips or falls as a result of a dangerous or hazardous condition on someone else’s property. It also includes falls as a result of water, ice or snow, as well as abrupt changes in flooring, poor lighting, or a hidden hazard, such as a gap or hard to see hole in the ground.

Unfortunately, the statistics of slip and fall injuries are on the rise. According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control estimates for 2004, more than 8 million people were injured in slip and falls.

Who can be held responsible for a slip and fall injury?

If an individual is on someone else’s property and becomes injured as a result of a dangerous condition on the property, the landowner or business proprietor may be liable for the victim’s injuries. Additionally, a property owner may find themselves legally responsible for a person’s injuries if they fall or become hurt on their land.

What can a small business owner do to reduce their chances of becoming involved in a slip and fall lawsuit?

There are simple steps a small business owner can take to minimize the risk of a slip and fall injury. First, it is important to monitor the entire business property for potentially dangerous or hazardous conditions. Take safety precautions for water, ice and snow on the property to prevent falling. Have property defects repaired.

What should one do immediately or shortly after a slip and fall incident?

Inspect the area where the victim fell and write down names, addresses and phone numbers of anyone who saw the fall. Also, write down all information about the location and conditions of the are where the fall occurred. If the incident occurred at place of business or a store, speak with the manager or supervisor on duty to have them record the incident, and get a copy of the record. Then, it is imperative to find a tough, experienced personal injury attorney who is knowledgeable in handling slip and fall cases and can aggressively go after rightful compensation.

Why get a slip and fall attorney?

An experienced slip and fall lawyer will be able to provide a competent assessment of the slip and fall case, and will be able to effectively deal with the land owner or their respective insurance carrier. An reliable attorney can locate those experts who are needed to help in the evaluation and presentation of your case, if it proceeds to trial. As a rule of thumb, most slip and fall cases are handled as contingency fee cases, which means that the attorney is paid at the conclusion of the case, and only if you recover.

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