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Slip and Fall Accidents

“Slip and fall” accidents refer to situations where a person is injured by slipping or tripping and suffering an injury in a fall due to a dangerous condition on the premises.  These falls can happen inside or outside a building.  They can be caused by bad flooring, wet floors, poorly lighted steps, or, in the case of outdoor accidents, weather-related or hidden hazards.
For instance, an icy patch outside a door, a crack, or pothole can be the cause of a slip and fall accident in a parking lot.
Slip and Fall Accident Law
Negligence law covers all slip and fall accidents.  Property owners have a duty of care to see that their property is safe.  This includes ensuring that the building has no structural defects, inside or outside, that could cause an accident.  In some states, the property owner may also have a duty to reduce the problem areas caused by weather—like standing water and icy spots.  Examples of this are:

•  Loose floor mats
•  Loose rugs
•  Loose tiles
•  Water on the floor
•  Badly lit stairs or steps
•  Cracks or holes in sidewalks
•  Cracks or holes in parking lots

Sometimes the person injured does not know for sure what caused the accident.  That is why it is important to ensure that a full investigation is conducted to ensure that the source of the problem is discovered.
Comparative fault
A plaintiff or claimant also has a duty to exercise reasonable care.  It is possible if any action of yours contributed to the accident, you may share in the negligence.  The responsibility is yours to prove that a hazard existed and that it was the cause of your accident.
If you are hurt in one of these accidents it is important to preserve evidence as much as possible to ensure that you can prove your case in court.  Try to get names of witnesses who might have seen the accident, note all relevant conditions (like poor lighting), and take pictures of the area if possible.  Be sure to document the incident by reporting it to building owners or property managers.

Getting Legal Help: Slip and Fall Accident Attorney

If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due a slip and fall accident, call a slip and fall accident lawyer at The Rothenberg Law Firm LLP at 1-800-624-8888.  You can also submit an InjuryLawyer.com free online case evaluation.  The initial consultation is FREE.  If we agree to handle your case, there is no legal fee unless we are successful in getting you money.  A lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a Statute of Limitations so please call or contact us right away so that you do not lose your rights to money and other benefits.