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When a person slips and falls on another party’s property and is injured as a result, they may have a slip and fall case against the property owner.
Here is a quick list of questions to ask yourself if you’re looking to file contact a personal injury attorney and file a slip and fall claim.
Was the slip and fall accident on another person’s property?
We’re you invited or allowed onto the property? (Guest, consumer, employee, traveler?)
Did the slip and fall result in you being injured?
How long had the dangerous condition on the party’s property been there?
Was there adequate lighting where the dangerous condition was?
Was there adequate railing if the area was steep or had stairs?
Did the owner have a reasonable method for inspecting and repairing the property in a timely manner?
Was the hazard present for a legitimate reason? Did it need to be were it was?
Were there warning signs around the hazard?
The key to finding out if the injured party has a strong case is by determining what, if any, fault the owner of the property had in the accident. For example, were they aware that there was a substance spill on their warehouse floor and did not, within a reasonable amount of time, clean the area, tape the area, or provide warning to the employees? If not, they may be at fault for any slip and falls that injured employees as a result. To note, the parts that make the owner liable is that they were aware of the hazards and did not take steps, within a reasonable amount of time, to take remedy the situation.
It’s important to consult with a personal injury attorney about your case for two reasons. They can advise you on the strength of your case and they can tell you what the statue of limitations (deadline) is for filing the claim. Do not attempt to handle the case by yourself, as your claim may be denied and you would miss out on compensation for injuries and property damage.
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