We've all been there – going about our day when we suddenly
slip or trip and fall on the ground. For many people these incidents are
nothing more than embarrassing missteps, but for others a bad fall can lead to
injuries that have widespread effects on their lives.
Commonly referred to as “slip & fall” or “trip &
fall” accidents, these incidents can happen at retail stores, shops, casinos,
hotels, restaurants, apartment complexes, schools, and any other type of property.
Slip & fall accidents occur when a visitor or patron is harmed because of a
hazardous condition that exists at the premises. Hazards and dangerous
conditions include:
- A mopped floor with no warning sign
- A spill that wasn't cleaned up
- A broken step
- A crack in the sidewalk
- An object in the walkway
- A bunched rug on the floor
Slip & falls are the most frequently filed type of
premises liability claims. If your fall was caused by another person’s
negligence, you might be able to take legal action and seek compensation for
your injuries.
Pursuing Compensation for Your Injuries
If you were injured in a slip & fall accident in the Las
Vegas area, we encourage you to discuss your case with our team at De
Castroverde Law Group. Our attorneys can evaluate your case and determine if it
involves the elements needed to take legal action against the property owner.
- You must be able to prove at least one of the following factors in order to hold the property owner liable for your injuries:
- The property owner or an employee caused the hazardous condition that led to your fall.
- The property owner or an employee was aware of the hazardous condition that led to your fall but did nothing to fix it.
- The property owner or an employee should have been aware of the hazardous condition. This is determined by assessing whether a reasonable person in the same situation would have discovered and fixed the hazard.
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