If you or a loved one have suffered any personal injury due to a slip or fall that was the result of someone else’s negligence, you may be eligible to file a St. Louis slip and fall lawsuit. Contact an experienced St. Louis slip and fall lawyer at TorHoerman Law today to discuss your legal options. The statistics do not lie – slip and falls are dangerous and the price to treat injuries from those accidents is astronomical. The total injury costs associated with slip and falls are estimated to be between $13-14 million per year.
Depending on the circumstances, multiple parties can be held responsible for a slip and fall accident. For example, if you were visiting a friend at his or her apartment and you fell down the stairs, the landlord could be held responsible because they had a responsibility as a property owner to ensure the property was properly maintained.
Yes, you definitely need to contact the property owner after a slip and fall accident. However, make sure you receive written confirmation from the property owner that they know of your injuries.
At TorHoerman Law, we operate on a contingency basis which essentially means you don’t pay us anything unless we win.
Most slip and fall accidents happen at retail stores. Business owners, property owners, and construction companies have an obligation to protect individuals from slipping and falling. Typically, these means ensuring all surfaces are level, ice and snow are removed, staircases have no broken steps, floors are not left wet, and debris is moved from walkways. Common causes include:
Wet surfaces can include a variety of circumstances that cause a slip and fall accident. If snow and ice are not properly removed after a winter storm, the property owner can be held responsible. If spilled juice in a gas station is not cleaned up and visitors are not given notice of a wet surface, the property owner can again be held responsible.
What if broken stairs pose a significant risk to individuals or handrails are not properly installed for assistance going upstairs? What if a significant crack in a sidewalk has not been repaired posing a tripping hazard? What if there is a giant hole in the parking lot? All are examples of instances a property owner could be held responsible for failing to provide a safe environment.
Random objects in the walkway can pose a significant hazard and it is up to the property owner to ensure all walkways and surfaces are clear of debris that could trip a visitor.
Every case has varying factors that can affect the viability of a lawsuit. It is best to discuss your options with a St. Louis slip and fall lawyer to determine your next step.
Typically, you can file a lawsuit if the following conditions apply:A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere, at any time. Often, the injuries can be extremely painful and have lasting effects. If you did suffer a slip and fall injury, there are steps to take to ensure your future safety and health.
TorHoerman Law
Our team of experienced personal injury attorneys specialize in slip and fall accident lawsuits. We have won more than $4 billion in verdicts and negotiated settlements for our clients. TorHoerman Law operates on a contingency fee basis. Thus, you do not owe any payment until you have been compensated for your loss. If you or a loved one are considering filing a slip and fall lawsuit, contact us today to find out what legal options are available to you.“Slip and Fall.” The Law Dictionary, The Law.com LLC, 12 July 2014, dictionary.thelaw.com/slip-and-fall/.
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