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Crestview Slip and Fall Lawyer
Crestview, FL Slip and Fall Injury Attorneys
If you have been the victim of a slip and fall accident occurring on a business location, you might have what is called a “premises liability claim. At Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA, we have over 30 years of experience handling all types of personal injury cases, protecting the public from avoidable injuries that take place due to negligent behavior and/or dangerous conditions. Each year, a million Americans suffer a slip and fall accident in locations ranging from grocery stores, bars, restaurants and convenience stores to apartment complexes and hotels.
The primary reason so many individuals slip and fall, suffering injuries ranging from sprains and broken limbs to paralysis or worse, is due to wet floors, inadequate lighting, spilled products or liquids or other hidden hazards not readily seen or properly identified. Falls can also be brought about by large cracks in flooring, hidden objects that obstruct someone’s path, or items that have fallen off shelves. Even broken stairways, damaged banisters or improperly installed safety devices that fail in bathrooms can cause injuries and sometimes death. Merchants and business owners have a responsibility to create safe and hazard-free spaces. Their principal responsibility is to always protect the public.
Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA has handled 100’s of slip and fall cases for client suffering injuries ranging from broken bones and spinal cord injuries to traumatic brain injuries, broken bones or even death. Slip and fall accidents become a legal case when a property owner has been negligent, failed to properly maintain a property or has knowledge that an unsafe condition exists, but did not take appropriate action to remedy it. When you are injured on the property of another, the owner may be legally responsible for your injuries if the injury is due to the owner’s negligence or the negligence of the owner’s employees or agents.
If you have suffered an injury of this type, you may be able to file a claim or lawsuit for your injuries and recover current and future medical expenses, loss wages, pain and suffering, mental anguish, emotional distress, and lost enjoyment of life.
Premises Liability Claims
An injured party must prove the following: (1) that the property owner failed to maintain the property or created an unsafe condition which caused the injury; (2) knew about the unsafe hazard but didn’t properly alert or warn potential victims; (3) did not properly identify an unsafe condition which might attract children or take action involving a neglected condition that might cause damage to a neighboring property.
Injuries that can occur on a property can include:
Slip and fall accidents
Dog bites or mauling’s
Exposure to toxic or hazardous substances such as asbestos lead or mold exposure
If You Have Suffered a Slip and Fall Resulting in Injuries, Follow These Guidelines
Report the incident immediately to a staff member, owner, landlord or responsible party so that the hazard does not affect anyone else and request emergency medical services if needed.
If emergency services are not warranted, you may still need to seek medical attention to ensure your well-being. This will serve to document the extent of your injuries you incurred.
Try and collect any evidence of the hazardous condition that cause your accident including cell phone pictures, statements from witnesses who were present or employees who were aware of the hazard.
Do not discuss the incident with anyone especially an insurance adjuster and seek out legal advice as soon as you are able.
As soon as you can, document the timeline and conditions that led to your slip and fall.
Keep any evidence of torn, wet or contaminated clothing or shoes as they may be needed later.
Do not talk to any insurance company representatives or give statements as to what happened.
Most importantly, talk to an experienced attorney at Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA who specializes in premise liability cases.
Why Choose Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA
Our attorneys at Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA have extensive experience handling all types of personal injury cases. Slip and falls are very common especially in Florida. Many accidents occur due to the wet conditions that exist in air-conditioned establishments especially during the warm summer months. If you have suffered an injury from a slip, trip or fall, you may be able to file a claim for your injuries and recover compensation for current and future medical expenses, loss wages, pain and suffering, mental anguish, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
If you or a loved one have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, give us a call today for a Free, No Obligation Consultation to discuss your legal rights. Property owners are always responsible for protecting the general public and our lawyers are knowledgeable and experienced with Florida’s premise liability laws. We can help you seek damages for your injuries. There are no fees or costs associated with your case unless we win money for you.
