Slip, and falls are a current leading cause of injury-related deaths for people who are 65 and older, according to the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services. Whether a slip and fall occurs on private or public property, the landowner may be liable for injuries sustained if their negligence in any way led to that injury. If you believe you have a slip and fall claim, you may have a right to pursue legal recourse and compensation. A dedicated Fulton slip and fall lawyer could be a key ally in successfully filing these claims. Discuss your case with a skilled personal injury lawyer.
The term slip and fall refers to a premises liability claim in which an individual sustains an injury from falling while on the private or public property of another. Typically, slip and fall accidents are caused by an existing hazard on the property due to inadequate maintenance or negligence on the part of the property owner.
A common example of a slip and fall accident is when a patron of a grocery store slips on a wet floor that was not cleaned up by the proprietor or an employee, then falling and being injured due to that spill or puddle. Another common example of these types of accidents is an individual slipping and falling on a patch of ice while on the premises of a business that the owner neglected to clear or adequately warn patrons. In cases of slip and falls on private property, if the landowner invites social guests to their home and they fail to adequately notify or remove a hazard leading to that guest’s injury, the property owner could be held liable for their injuries.
The injuries resulting from a slip and fall can cause lifelong disability or could even be deadly. A skilled attorney with experience in slip and fall cases could help determine whether a viable slip and fall claim exists and the monetary amount of compensation available for the losses.
Injuries resulting from a slip and fall accident can vary, depending on the age of the victim and the extent of the fall. Due to the nature of how slip and falls occur, they have a higher likelihood of resulting in severe injury. Some of the more severe injuries resulting from a slip and fall include the following:
Although not all slip and falls cause such severe injury like those mentioned above, even minor slip and fall injuries can lead to lifelong issues and extensive medical costs. By seeking compensation for injuries with the assistance of an experienced personal injury attorney, the damages resulting from a slip and fall could be recovered.
A slip and fall accident could cause devastating injuries that last a lifetime. While the damage caused may be irreversible, the losses sustained may be compensable. With a Fulton slip and fall lawyer as your legal advocate, you could increase your chances of holding accountable any at-fault parties to seek compensation for your slip and fall injuries. Call right away to schedule a free consultation for your case.
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