Injured In A Slip And Fall Accident? Time To Call A Slip And Fall Lawyer

A simple accident can lead to medical bills, missed work, pain and suffering, and loss of quality of life. If you are dealing with the complicated and financially divesting aftermath of a slip and fall accident an experienced slip and fall attorney can help. As a leading personal injury attorney, Sweet James has guided hundreds of clients through the complex claim process following a slip and fall accident. With an impressive 98% success rate, the personal injury lawyers at Sweet James have won over $500 million for their clients, with $3.6 million in slip and fall settlements alone. 
 
If you are looking for legal advice after a slip and fall accident, Sweet James’ results speak for themselves. When it comes to claims derived from slip and fall accidents, premises liability accidents, public entity litigation, and personal injury cases, having a skilled injury attorney by your side will ensure that you receive the maximum claim settlement for your accident. 
 
So what is a slip and fall accident? How common are they, and who is liable? If you have been injured and are wondering if you need a lawyer, this article can assist you in making the best decision for your health, your finances, and your family. As a result, here is everything you need to know about slip and fall accidents:
 

What Is A Slip and Fall Accident?

 
A slip and fall accidents is exactly what it sounds like – when a person slips on a hazard like wet pavement or uneven stairs, and falls as a result. The consequences of a slip and fall accident can range from minor to major, causing injury to victims that were just trying to go about their day. 
 
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, from private homes to on public property. As top slip and fall injury litigators, the personal injury attorneys at Sweet James have recovered damages for clients that slipped and fell due to: 

• Broken or slanted stairs
• Poorly lit walkways
• Potholes
• Chipped tile
• Cluttered paths
• Torn carpeting
• Narrow stairs
• Uneven pavement
• Wet floors

If you have found yourself in the above situation and are suffering from the consequences, contact personal injury attorney Sweet James today for help. 
 

The Difference Between A Slip And Fall Lawsuit And Premises Liability Case

 
Slip and fall accidents are also known as premises liability claims. In addition, while all slip and fall accidents are premises liability claims, not all premises liability cases are slip and fall cases. In addition to slip and fall claims, premises liability claims also encompass accidents involving falling objects, balcony collapses, and structural defects. 
 
Premises liability is a legal term used to describe the “duty of care” property owners and occupiers/managers have to keep their property in reasonably safe condition. Every property owner has the responsibility – or duty of care – to:

• Maintain the property;
• Inspect the property regularly;
• Repair any potentially dangerous conditions on the property; and/or
• Give adequate warning of any dangerous condition(s)

Slip and fall accidents should never happen. Unfortunately, they often do, due to the negligence of a property owner. As an injury victim, those responsible for your accident should be held liable for the failure of their duty of care. 
 

Slip and Fall Accident Statistics 

• Slip and fall accidents lead to more than one million emergency room visits per year.
• More than 800,000 patients are hospitalized annually for serious fall injuries
• Unintentional falling is a leading cause of nonfatal injury for all age groups outside of the 10-24 range. 
• Slip and fall accidents are the primary cause of missed work days and lost paychecks.
• According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 22% of slip and fall accidents resulted in more than 31 days of missed work. 
• Hazardous floors create over two million fall injury victims per year.

Every year, more than 17,000 slip and fall victims die from their injuries in the U.S. However, not all slip and fall damages are physical: a serious slip and fall accident can cost a person $30,000-$80,000 in medical expenses and lost income, making these accidents devastating in all aspects. Do not let your losses be greater than they need to be, consult with an experienced slip and fall accident attorney today to receive your recovery settlement. 
 

Slip And Fall Injuries

 
An average of 30% of slip and fall accident victims will sustain moderate to severe injuries. Common slip and fall accident injuries include: 

• Head Injuries
• Hip Fractures
• Spinal Cord Injuries
• Back Injuries
• Neck Injuries
• Soft Tissue Injuries
• Bronchial Plexus Injuries
• Shoulder Injuries
• Dislocation
• Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, are most commonly caused by falls. Serious and debilitating, these injuries should not be left untreated or unrepresented. To learn more about how to handle injuries following a fall, contact Sweet James’ dedicated team of personal injury lawyers for a free case evaluation. 
 

Why Slip And Fall Accidents Require A Personal Injury Attorney

 
Every slip and fall accident case is unique, requiring a specialized approach in order to successfully win a claim. You may think your accident doesn’t fit claim criteria, and this doubt could cost you thousands. As a skilled personal injury attorney, Sweet James offers all slip and fall accident victims a free consultation to evaluate their case and go over claim options. 
 
Without a slip and fall attorney, it is likely you will not recover in full from your accident, leaving you with medical bills and missed paychecks. As a result, do not let yourself be buried by the financial and physical consequences of an unexpected accident. Contact Sweet James today.