Slip and fall is a term that many people in Granite City, IL are acquainted with. This term describes a type of personal injury claim that is quite common. When a person slips, trips, or falls, and gains an injury on the property of someone else, this becomes a personal injury case. The injured party may pursue the claim against the owner of the property. Many victims might not be aware that the majority of slip and fall incidents are covered under premises liability law. You have to prove elements of the premise’s liability claim if the fall happened on someone else’s property to be compensated.
Premises Liability Claim Elements
Before you can receive money for your injuries, you need to prove that the owner of the property is liable for your injury. A premises liability claim has the following elements:
- You suffered an injury from your fall
- The other party occupied, owned, or at least had some control over the property
- There was negligence to maintain the property by the other party
- Your injury was directly caused by the other party’s negligence.
It’s the responsibility of the property owners to maintain their property. They also need to give a warning about any kind of dangerous conditions that are on the property. The owner can be liable for any damages if someone is injured on their property if they fail to take care of their property. Duty of care also applies to people who might not fully own the property such as people who are leasing it. A premises liability case can affect multiple parties.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Many kinds of hazards can cause one to slip or fall. Some examples of which can include:
- Broken or missing railings
- Uneven floors
- Spills or leaks
- Loose carpeting
And more.
You might be able to receive compensation if your injuries were caused by one of those hazards.
Damages from Slip and Fall Accidents
The types of damages you can receive from a slip and fall accident can include:
- Decreased earning potential
- Physical, mental, and emotional pain and suffering
- Impairments, disabilities, and scarring
- Medical expenses
And more.
The deadline is brief for premises liability claims. Depending on the situation, you may only have a couple of months or years to file the claim. It is important to get in contact with a lawyer as soon as you can after the slip and fall incident.
Have you or someone you know suffered a slip and fall accident and needs help filing a claim? Call our expert team at Brunton Law Office today.
