We’ve previously covered how to win a slip and fall case from the perspective of the plaintiff. But what if you’re the defendant? Maybe your tenant or customer suffered a fall and is suing you. There are several slip and fall defenses and they can be grouped into three general categories. The affirmative defense This […]
Can a Landlord Be Sued for a Slip and Fall?
That leaky gutter formed a puddle on the driveway and caused you to slip and fall. Or maybe the snow didn’t get shoveled in a timely fashion and you took a spill on the sidewalk out front of the duplex you rent. Now you’re wondering: “Can I sue my landlord?” The short answer is yes, […]
Most Common Slip and Fall Injuries (and How to Avoid Them)
A slip and fall accident that results in injury can ruin your day, and possibly drastically change your life for the worse. Next to car accidents, personal injury lawyers deal the most with slip and fall victims. Not only are these accidents quite painful, they’re also very expensive as they often result in high medical […]
Can I Be Held Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident?
Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and the second leading cause of spinal cord injuries. Serious accidents at great heights or on a hard surface can even cause death. When a property owner has been negligent, and someone suffers a slip and fall injury as a result, the […]
How to Prove Fault & Win Your Slip and Fall Injury Case
Each year thousands of children, elderly people and others suffer serious slip and fall injuries resulting in lifelong physical problems or even death. Proving that the injury occurred due to negligence of the property owner is a difficult process, though not impossible. The following two questions must be asked before considering filing a lawsuit for […]