Do you have a strong case for a slip and fall on ice injury?

If you have fallen on ice or slick snow and have become injured, you may be wondering if you have a case. What is needed to obtain compensation for a slip and fall on ice injury?

A slip and fall on ice injury on someone else’s property may mean you have a personal injury case. Property owners have a reasonable duty of care to avoid hazards and dangerous conditions.

What is considered reasonable care?

Property owners and businesses are responsible for keeping their property safe and are given a reasonable amount of time to take care of any hazard. If they do not then they may be liable for any injuries on their property.
When might a property owner be liable for a slip and fall on ice injury?

If a property owner has a side walk, parking area, or other public walking area, they must keep up with the property maintenance, cleaning and removing any safety hazards in a reasonable time.

Common reasons why property owners may be liable include:

• Not removing build ups of ice and letting them melt and refreeze
• Not removing snow in a timely manner
• Not replacing wet or broken materials and equipment
• Placing hazardous objects or materials in unsafe or dangerous locations
• Not properly lighting the areas where the accident occurred
• Not having proper warning signs or regular maintenance

When is a property owner not liable?

If a person slips and falls on ice on a property owner’s land during a snowstorm, then the property owner is likely not liable. If a storm is in progress during the accident then the owner may not be liable for injuries incurred. Consult with a personal injury attorney to learn more as each case is unique.

How can a victim of a slip and fall on ice injury get compensation. A victim should:

1. Seek immediate medical care
2. Consult with an experienced personal injury attorney
3. Gather evidence by collecting relevant objects, taking photographs of the scene of the accident, getting witness contact information, and keeping a journal of details of the accident
4. File an accident report with the property manager, owner, or business, and keep a copy

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