SLIP AND FALLS/TRIP AND FALLS

Owners of properties have a legal duty to maintain a reasonably safe environment for its guests and/or visitors. If they do not, they can be held legally responsible for failing to maintain a reasonably safe property for its guests and/or visitors. Common types of fall down cases include the following:

  • Inadequate lighting
  • Debris in pathways
  • Inadequate maintenance
  • Ripped or torn carpet
  • Construction defects
  • Snow and Ice
  • Liquid Spills
  • Uneven or cracked walkways and/or pavement
  • Tripping hazards

These cases are some of the most common personal injury cases and often result in serious injuries. All different age groups are susceptible to these types of injuries and are one of the leading causes of emergency room visits in our country.

If you have been injured in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident, it is important to do the following:

  1. Seek medical attention
  2. Try to take pictures of the defect that caused the fall
  3. Contact our attorneys for your free consultation

After getting treatment you likely will have a lot of questions. How do I pay for my medical bills and other related expenses? All consultations are free and there are no fees to you unless we are successful in recovery. If you are the victim of a slip and fall or trip and fall contact our attorneys at 860-691-1184 or contact us online to set up a free appointment.