Slip-And-Fall Lawyers
If you’ve been the victim of a slip, trip, and fall accident, you know the consequences can be detrimental to your health and quality of life. Questions about fault, liability, and what to do next can be answered by the attorneys at NRS Injury Law. Our slip-and-fall attorneys can help you build the best possible case for your accident and get you the compensation you need to recover.
What Is Premises Liability?
Premises liability is liability based on a landowner having a duty of care toward guests, customers, employees and tenants. Common slip, trip, and fall hazards include:
- Slippery floors due to spills, tracked in rain, mud, snow, sleet, etc.,
- Staircases and ramps, stairways with broken or loose stair treads or handrails
- Poorly lit areas
- Uneven surfaces such as torn carpet, broken tiles, uneven paving stones, potholes, etc.
- Cluttered hallways or aisles
These hazards are likely to be found in:
- Retail stores
- Grocery stores
- Malls
- Sidewalks or parking lots
- Business offices
- Stadiums
- Restaurants
- Theaters
What Are Some Steps To Take After A Slip, Trip And Fall Accident?
- Seek medical treatment. Above all else, your health, or the health of a loved one, should come first. It’s important to see a doctor and get proper documentation of your injuries.
- Document everything. Collect the information of all potential witnesses, take pictures of where and how you fell, and write down what you remember and what you were doing right before the incident happened.
- Report the accident. Make sure to report the accident to the store manager, owner of the building, or landlord of the property. Ask for a copy of the incident report before you leave.
- Call an attorney. An experienced attorney by your side will ensure you have the best outcome for your accident. NRS Injury Law has the experience, track record, and knowledge to handle these cases.
Should You Hire A Lawyer After Your Accident?
Yes. By contacting NRS Injury Law, our experienced attorneys will begin by assessing the conditions at the accident site, retrieving relevant security footage, and interviewing potential witnesses. A quick start will help us build the strongest case to win you full and fair compensation.
What Can Be Recovered If You Win?
Economic losses, tangible expenses, and noneconomic damages related to the physical and emotional effects of the accident are all examples of losses that may be recovered in your case. An experienced slip-and-fall attorney can help ensure you receive full compensation for your injury. Economic losses after a slip, trip, and fall accident include:
- Medical bills
- Prescription meds
- Lost wages
- Lost earning potential
- Property damage
Noneconomic damages include:
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
- Disfigurement or disability
Call Our Experienced Attorneys Today For A Free Consultation
If you or a loved one have been injured in a slip, trip, and fall accident and need legal assistance, NRS Injury Law can help. Our Ohio-based slip-and-fall attorneys may be able to help you pursue compensation for the injuries you sustained. We are highly knowledgeable in personal injury litigation, including slip, trip and fall injuries, and we will fight side-by-side with injured victims to make sure they and their families receive compensation for the negligence that caused them to become injured.
