Slip and Fall
Thousands of people are injured every year due to slip and fall incidents. Many people end up in the emergency room for treatment of the injuries they sustained due to a slip and fall accident.
Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
There are many different causes that result in a slip and fall accident. Some of those include:
- The slip and fall accident occurred due to a slippery, wet floor with no warning signs. A wet floor can occur when there is rainwater being tracked in, or even when the floor is still wet from being mopped.
- Stairs that are in need of repair and due to the lack of maintenance, a slip and fall incident occurs.
- Potholes in parking areas can cause a person to trip and fall.
- Uneven flooring or carpeting that is uneven from tears or because the type of flooring changes.
- Cords across a walkway area can cause a person to slip and fall.
- Debris or other obstacles are left on the floor areas where people walk.
- Improper safety practices by factory workers, custodial or kitchen staff, or construction workers.
Who is Responsible for Injuries from Slip and Fall Accidents?
A slip and fall accident can be the fault of the person who fell because of lack of attention or other issues, but the majority of the time it is the property owner or manager’s fault. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, a personal injury attorney can assist you in determining who is at fault.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, it is important that you contact a personal injury attorney who can not only help you determine if the property owner was at fault for the incident but he or she can help you recoup any lost wages and payment for medical bills due to your injuries.
The attorneys at the law office of Fajardo Law LLC can assist you in your personal injury claim due to a slip and fall accident. Call today for an appointment.