Slips and Falls
Slip/ trip and fall accidents often occur as a result of a dangerous condition on a premises. These accidents may happen inside buildings and homes, or outdoors on sidewalks, stairs or walkways. These accidents may be caused by improperly maintained or uneven flooring, debris or other substances on the ground, inadequate lighting, stairs that are missing handrails or weather related slippery conditions. Icy patches, raised, cracked or uneven sidewalks and potholes in pedestrian crosswalks are also potential causes of slip or trip and fall accidents.
Injuries that result from slip or trip and fall accidents are far too common. Frequently, these injuries are caused by the negligence of the person or company responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the property. Building owners, storeowners, homeowners and property managers have a responsibility to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition.
If you were injured in a slip or trip and fall accident, you should take photographs of the condition that caused you to fall as soon as possible. If anybody witnessed your accident, make sure to get their name and address.
Rich & Rich, P.C. will investigate the facts and circumstances concerning your slip or trip and fall accident and determine the best legal strategy to recover the maximum amount of compensation for you or your loved one.
