Available 24/7Unfortunately, accidental falls are far too common. There are many hazards that you face when you leave your home, and you cannot control what someone else does or does not do. Their carelessness can become your problem without any warning.
When you can prove that another’s negligence was the cause of your injury from a fall, you may be entitled to significant financial compensation. First, you must file either a claim or a lawsuit.
Attorney for Slip and Falls in Aiken, SC
The Law Office of Taylor S. Braithwaite can work for you to get what you legally deserve. Taylor Braithwaite at TSB Injury Law is your dedicated slip and fall attorney. Contact us today to discuss your case.
Where Slip and Fall Accidents Can Happen
Falls can occur anywhere. When you have a legal right to be where you were at the time of the accident, you could be entitled to compensation. Common places where fall accidents can occur include:
- Retail establishments
- On the job, although, you cannot sue your employer — only a third party who was responsible
- City sidewalks or county property
- Parking lots
- Stairwells or hallways in your building
- Grocery stores
You can be injured in a fall anywhere someone else has control or legal responsibility for any type of walkway or passage.
Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents frequently occur due to the following:
- Spills on the floor that have not been cleaned
- Debris left on a walking path
- Loose threads in the carpet
- Exposed wiring that is not properly covered on the floor
- Cracked pavement or uneven flooring
- Loose floorboards
- Wet floors, when someone has tracked in water
Common Slip and Fall Accident Injuries
The term “slip and fall” does not adequately convey the severity of your possible injuries. Falls can cause you lasting harm and extensive damages, such as:
- Broken bones and fractures
- Neck and back injuries
- Brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
- Cuts and lacerations
Even a sprain can take you off your feet for some time and cost thousands of dollars to treat. A more serious injury can mean that the defendant has significant liability.
How to Prove and Win Your Slip and Fall Accident Case
In a slip and fall case, the legal standard that you must meet to win your case is proving that the defendant was negligent. Here, the property owner is legally obligated to act as a reasonable property owner would under the circumstances.
There are two ways that a business could be liable for your fall injuries:
- They were the ones who created the dangerous condition in the first place
- They knew or should have known, of a dangerous condition, but they did nothing to remedy it or warn you of it
The latter situation is one where you would have to work especially hard to gather the necessary proof. It may not be easy to show what the defendant knew and when they knew it.
You would need to prove that the dangerous condition existed for an unreasonable amount of time or that the defendant had actual knowledge of it. This evidence may not be easy to come by, especially when the defendant does not accept any liability.
To prove that a business is responsible for your injuries, your lawyer could use the following evidence:
- Witness testimony from people who saw the fall or the conditions beforehand
- Pictures from the scene of the accident
- Security camera footage from the business
- Maintenance logs
How We Can Help You
It is not always easy to win a slip and fall case. Insurance companies protect themselves in numerous ways. They can reflexively deny your claim, regardless of the evidence that you have, because they pretend not to respect and take slip and fall cases seriously. Insurance companies will also underestimate the severity of your injuries.
Accordingly, you should not attempt to file a slip and fall claim without the help of an experienced lawyer at TSB Injury Law.
We can do the following in your slip and fall case:
- Review your case and give you a realistic and commonsense assessment of your legal situation
- Gather the evidence necessary to prove your case, whether it is before filing your claim or through the discovery process in a lawsuit
- Estimate the total value of your case and analyzing your own documentation and personal situation
- Deal with the insurance company throughout the claims process, negotiating for higher compensation after they have made you a low settlement offer
- Provide you with legal advice about how to proceed with your case and whether to accept any settlement offer
Most of all, you need a responsive guide to the legal process and an advocate, and those are exactly the roles that we play at TSB Injury Law.
Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer in Aiken Taking Cases Now
TSB Injury Law can take up your legal cause when you have been harmed by someone else’s actions or inaction. We know that, besides compensation, our clients want answers, both from their attorney who is advising them and from the business who caused their injuries.
Our team offers free consultations for injured clients, where you can discuss your case and learn more about your legal rights. To speak with an experienced attorney, you can send us a message online or call us today at (803) 220-0000.
Slip and Fall Case FAQs
What happens if the insurance company denies my claim?
The insurance company is not the judge or jury. You can file a lawsuit against the responsible party and make them answer in court.
What challenges do I face in a slip and fall case?
The insurance company likes to take advantage of the perception that slip and fall cases are common to unreasonably deny them or minimize your injuries when it comes time to pay you.
Do I need a lawyer in a slip and fall case?
Without an attorney, the insurance company may not take your claim seriously. They know that you would have little recourse if they denied your claim entirely.
