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- Texting and Walking Could Lead to Injury from a Slip, Trip, or Fall
- Norfolk Waste Water Plant Worker Falls to His Death
- Wet Wal-Mart Floor Blamed for Nebraska (NE) Woman's Fatal Brain Injury
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- Slip, Trip and Fall Personal Injury Cases: When Is A Hole Or a Condition Open and Obvious?
Posted on 12/31/2008 - Scientists studying slip and fall accidents
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- Here are some results for our slip, trip, and fall cases. After you review them, give our firm a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.
- Richmond, Virginia (VA) Native Has Serious Injury to Knee After a Fall on Algae Covered Sidewalk
- Chronic Pain Caused by Fall in Atrium with Leak in Skylights
Did you slip, trip, or fall and suffer an injury? If so, review this page, check out some of our videos and read our articles on this area of law. Then give us a call right away for a free case analysis.
You're probably here because you, or someone you know, suffered an injury from a slip, trip, or fall. You made the right choice to check out our web site since our attorneys are experienced in this area of injury law. In fact, we have over 100 years of combined legal experience.Each slip, trip, or fall case posess unique challenges. Serious injuries can arise from all types of property/business owner accidents. You need to know that an injury stemming from a slip, trip, or fall basically has two parts - liability and damages.
- Damages are the result of the bodily injury to the person who is hurt, such as a broken bone and the lost wages and medical expenses associated with any orthopedic surgery and permanent disability.
- The liability side of the bodily injury case is showing that the defendant/property owner was at fault in causing the plaintiff's injury and that the plaintiff was free from fault.
General tips to help your case
In the era of cell phone cameras, you should take pictures at the scene, or go and get the pictures of the condition if it still exists. Always complete an injury/incident report with a business or store if you ever have a slip, trip or fall caused by a condition at a business premises.
Proving that there was actually something that caused your fall is only the first step. We also need to have evidence of:
- What it was
- How it got there
- How long it was there
The law applying to slip and trip cases usually requires that the business be "on notice" that there was a problem to correct-so, a condition that was on the floor for 5 minutes is often not a reasonable opportunity for a business as opposed to a longer timeframe, as just one example.
The best evidence in this situation is a party admission by some employee of the business establishment that the condition had been there for sufficient time for them to do something about it.
As you can see, these cases require numerous steps and in-depth investigation/research. That's where we come in. You need to call us right away so we can discuss your case and get to work. Our phone number is 1-800-752-0042 or fill out our quick contact form on the right side of the screen. In addition, please take a moment to review our in-depth library articles on slip, trip, & fall issues and slip, trip, & fall case results.
Blog for Slips, Trips & Falls
- Texting and Walking Could Lead to Injury from a Slip, Trip, or Fall
- Norfolk Waste Water Plant Worker Falls to His Death
- Wet Wal-Mart Floor Blamed for Nebraska (NE) Woman's Fatal Brain Injury
- Fayetteville Observer Newspaper Carrier Gets Impaled on Wrought Iron Fence
- Rate of Hip Fractures Drops
- Beaufort County Worker Fall From Cherry Picker
- Slip, Trip and Fall cases: When Is A Hole Or a Condition Which Causes Personal Injury Open and Obvious?
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Library for Slips, Trips & Falls:
- Here are some results for our slip, trip, and fall cases. After you review them, give our firm a call at 1-800-752-0042 for a free case analysis.
Description: Injured by a slip, trip, or fall and need an injury lawyer? Look no further. Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined legal experience. Give us a call immediately at 1-800-752-0042 for a free, confidential consultation. - Richmond, Virginia (VA) Native Has Serious Injury to Knee After a Fall on Algae Covered Sidewalk
Description: It is often difficult for some to keep their balance simply walking down the street, especially the elderly. Now imagine that you had to do the same on a slick surface without falling. Sadly, many people experience a slip and/or fall on a daily basis. Unfortunately, some slip and fall events can result in serious injury and pain, particularly for older seniors who may be more susceptible to major fractures of hips and other bones. - Chronic Pain Caused by Fall in Atrium with Leak in Skylights
Description: A woman employee fell in her office due to a leak in the skylights of the building’s atrium. That day, the weather forecast called for 6 inches of rainfall. That morning there were no warning signs, cones, or tape that had been placed to acknowledge the danger of the leak. - Personal Injury Suits/Claims Stack Up Against Retailers Due to Falling Merchandise/Falling Product Negligence
Description: Whether it is Norfolk, Virginia Beach (Va. Beach), Portsmouth, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Virginia (VA) or Kitty Hawk, Hill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Manteo, Elizabeth City, North Carolina (NC), we have all witnessed the widespread development of big box stores such as Lowes, Home Depot, Sams Club, Price Club, etc.
Frequent Questions for Slips, Trips & Falls:
- What should I do immediately after a slip and fall?
- What if my slip and fall injury was on my landlord's property, at work, or at a public mall? How does the location affect the legal process?
- What are "slip and fall" or "trip and fall" injuries?
- If I file a lawsuit against a landowner in response to a slip and fall accident, what are some of the things the landowner might argue against my claim?
- What should I avoid doing after a slip and fall accident?
- What happens if I injured myself at my friend's house or apartment?
Case Results for Slips, Trips & Falls:
- Fiberglass Ladder Defect-Knee Injury/surgery-Bauer brand
- Insurance Adjuster Recovers $150,000.00 for Injuries Sustained at Local Restaurant
- Skiing/Ski Lift Operator Negligence-Knee/Leg Injury
- Department Store Shelf Falls on Customer
- Trip & Fall, Foot/Leg Injuries at a Virginia Restaurant
Awarded: 150,000.00
Awarded: $120,000.00
Awarded: Confidential Settlement
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Web Resources for Slips, Trips & Falls:
- Slip & Fall Accident Lawsuits Increase As U.S. Population Ages
Description: Slip & fall accidents are one of the most common and, according to a new study published by insurer CNA, slip & fall accident lawsuits are expected to increase as the age of the U.S. population increases.
- Nolo.com - Determining Fault in a Slip and Fall Case
Description: Nolo is a general legal resource and the information provided discusses how to determine fault in a slip and fall case.
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Slips, Trips & Falls
- Fiberglass Ladder Defect-Knee Injury/surgery-Bauer brand
- Insurance Adjuster Recovers $150,000.00 for Injuries Sustained at Local Restaurant
- Skiing/Ski Lift Operator Negligence-Knee/Leg Injury
- Department Store Shelf Falls on Customer
- Trip & Fall, Foot/Leg Injuries at a Virginia Restaurant
Awarded: 150,000.00
Awarded: $120,000.00
Awarded: Confidential Settlement
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Slips, Trips & Falls
- What happens if I injured myself at my friend's house or apartment?
- What should I avoid doing after a slip and fall accident?
- If I file a lawsuit against a landowner in response to a slip and fall accident, what are some of the things the landowner might argue against my claim?
- What are "slip and fall" or "trip and fall" injuries?
- What if my slip and fall injury was on my landlord's property, at work, or at a public mall? How does the location affect the legal process?