Slip/Trip and Fall
What Happens After a Fall?
If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident, your immediate priority is to seek immediate medical attention. After you have been treated for any injuries you may have suffered, you will likely have questions – including how to pay your medical bills and other related expenses.
Sevillano Law can help you find answers. We can guide you through a personal injury claim and help you secure full, fair compensation for your losses.
We Know the Process
The attorneys at Sevillano Law have years of experience in personal injury claims – including slip-and-fall accidents. We have the resources to help injured victims return their lives to normal.
We possess the knowledge required to investigate your accident, determine who was responsible, and hold the negligent parties accountable. Our dedication and experience allow us to build the strongest possible case for our clients.
What Caused the Fall?
Property owners and managers are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for visitors. If they fail to do so, they may be considered liable – and held legally responsible – for the injuries suffered in an accident.
We may be able to help if your accident was the result of:
Obstructed walkways – Any item in a walking path is a potential trip hazard. Even small objects pose a risk if placed on a walkway normally free of trip hazards.
Wet, polished, or waxed floors – Tile, vinyl, or laminate floors become slick when they get wet from leaks or spills, as well as a new application of polish or wax.
Poor, broken, or missing lighting – Poorly lit stairs or walkways can be trip hazards, as many normally avoidable obstacles become dangerous due to low visibility.
What is Premises Liability?
Premises liability refers to legal action that can be brought if a slip-and-fall occurs – whether on private or public property. Before any action can move forward, a relationship must first be determined.
Any legal action will depend on whether the accident victim is:
An Invitee who is invited to enter the premises to conduct business, such as a retail shopper.
A Licensee who enters for non-commercial reasons, such as a house guest or a party attendee.
About Responsibility
Business owners, property managers, and homeowners have a responsibility to keep properties safe and free of hazards. If you enter a premises and slip, trip, or fall through no fault of your own, an owner or manager can be held legally responsible for your injuries due to negligence.
Establishing Responsibility
Proving responsibility in slip-and-fall accident cases can be difficult. Often, a property owner will plead ignorance regarding any unsafe conditions that led to your fall and your subsequent injury.
If you do not act quickly after the accident, any relevant evidence may be removed from the premises, which can make building a case and establishing responsibility far more difficult.
If you have suffered a slip-and-fall injury due to the negligence or carelessness of others, we are sure you have questions. The attorneys at Sevillano Law can help you find answers.
What are the Most Common Causes of Slips and Falls?
Slip-and-fall hazards in homes, businesses, or outdoor locations can include:O
Obstructed walkways
Unmarked elevation changes
Broken steps or platforms
Wet, polished, or waxed floors
Poor, broken, or missing lighting
Cracked pavement or flooring
Loose carpeting or unsecured rugs
Ice or snow buildup on paths
Who is Most at Risk For Slip and Fall Injuries?
Children and the elderly are the most at-risk for falling and suffering injuries. More than a third of people aged 65 or older – and more than 8,000 children – will suffer injuries in a fall each year.
Can I Receive Compensation For Slip and Fall Injuries?
Yes. Financial compensation typically depends on the severity of injuries, how/where the accident occurred, circumstances of the injury, how injuries have affected you, and pain and suffering.
How Long Do I Have to File After a Slip and Fall Injury?
Personal injury cases have a limited time to take legal action. For slip and fall injuries, build a strong case by gathering evidence before property owners can remove evidence or make repairs. As with most other personal injuries in Connecticut, a plaintiff has two years from the time of the fall to commence litigation.
If you or a loved one has been involved in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident, call the attorneys at Sevillano Law so we can make our experience work for you.