Slip and Fall Lawyers
Fort Wayne and all of Indiana
When the manager or owner of a commercial establishment fails to provide adequate safety on his premises, which then results in a slip and fall accident, victims may be entitled to compensation for their damages.
Slip and fall injuries can be very serious. In fact, accidents of this nature are the leading cause of spinal cord injury, and emergency rooms treat more non-fatal injuries stemming from slip and fall accidents than any other source. Common injuries sustained due to a s include:
How Slip and Fall Injuries Occur
Approximately 1 million Americans each year are injured in a slip and fall accident. While the most common cause is tripping on an uneven walkway, other hazards that lead to slip and fall accidents include:
- Snow and Ice
- Unmarked slippery surfaces
- Unconnected floor mats
- Inadequate handrails
- Flaws in surface design
- Poor lighting
- Holes in the floor
Slip and Fall Accident Compensation
You may be entitled to compensation if a property owner or manager’s negligence leads to you sustaining an injury due to a slip and fall accident. However, premises liability laws are complicated and require the expertise of a personal injury attorney like Richard Truitt to successfully navigate and prove that:
- Your accident was directly due to unsafe property conditions
- The owner and/or manager must have previously been informed of the property’s unsafe conditions and failed to act
Free Interview – No Fee Until Settlement or Recovery
Slip and fall injury attorney Richard Truitt of Truitt Law Offices operates on a contingency basis, meaning you do not pay unless we obtain compensation for your damages. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury in a slip and fall accident in the Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, or Indiana area, please contact our premises liability office online or call us at 800-628-2904 to schedule your free interview. Make your first call your only call.
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