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Orange County Slip & Fall Lawyer

A Slip and Fall Attorney Can Protect Your Rights.

A slip and fall case can occur anywhere. They most often happen in a retail store or commercial location, but they can also happen at a residential site, especially if there is construction going on. If you or a loved one suffered a slip and fall due to a property owner’s negligence, hiring a Orange County slip and fall lawyer at our law firm may be your best method of finding justice and relief from your injuries.

Contact our personal injury firm as soon as possible after the accident. The longer you wait, the more difficult it may be to find conclusive evidence supporting your claim. Generally, you have two years from the accident to file a claim. Some expectations could make this deadline shorter or longer. Failure to make a claim by the deadline could forfeit your right to recovery.

Evenmore, our legal advice is provided on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless we win. Call us today at 949-404-4826, or click here to schedule a free consultation.

How Fall Injury Attorneys Can Help.

If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident, then you should know that the responsible party can be held accountable for your injuries. Many factors come into play in these cases, which is why you may need the help of fall attorneys. Personal injury attorneys provide the following services:

  • Representation in a court of law.
  • Help filing insurance claims.
  • Court representation for property owners.
  • Legal representation if negotiating a settlement is necessary.
  • Assistance with medical records, bills, and any other documentation regarding the incident that resulted in the injury.

If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident, contact us to speak with an Orange County slip and fall attorney. We’ll explain the process of filing your claim and how we can help you get your life back on track. Call us at 949-404-4826. We look forward to hearing from you!

How Do Slip And Falls Happen?

Fall cases can happen for many reasons. Often it’s due to the negligence of the property owner or business owner. For example, water on the floor can cause slips and falls. It’s the property owner or business owner’s responsibility to keep their property in a safe condition, but unfortunately, this isn’t always done. Here are some other ways slip and fall accidents can happen:

  • Ice on sidewalks
  • Fallen leaves on the sidewalk
  • Spilled liquids on the floor
  • Oil spills
  • Wet floors after poor maintenance
  • Broken steps or stairs

Whether you’ve slipped and fallen on some ice, slipped in a pool of water, or tripped over someone’s foot, you can benefit from a Orange County slip and fall accident lawyer. You may be in pain after your injuries, but hiring a slip and fall lawyer as soon possible after the fall will help you in the long run.

If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident, the property owner must compensate you. Contact us today and we’ll explain your options for making a claim against the property owner. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means there are no upfront costs to hire our firm. Call 949-404-4826 today for a free consultation.

Types of Slip and Fall Injuries.

Fall lawyers encounter all types of injuries from falls. The most common are described below.

Fractures (broken bones)

Fall cases can cause serious fractures. Fractures are one of the most common slip injuries, especially in older adults who experience more stress on their bones during an accident. Other slip injuries may also occur. Some of these injuries may include broken teeth, neck and back pain. Not all slip or trip injuries result in an immediate trip to the hospital. Other injuries may be more difficult to detect immediately, but still cause pain and other symptoms that require treatment by a doctor or other medical professional. If an injury occurred, contact us today. You may have a case against the responsible party. We’ll explain your options for filing a claim. Fall Victims Can Recover Compensation for Injuries. In a slip and fall situation, you can seek compensation for injuries sustained from the fall. You may receive reimbursement for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. If another party’s negligence was the cause of your accident, they are responsible for any damages or losses that result from their careless actions.

Head injuries (traumatic brain damage)

Slip and fall accidents can also cause head injuries, sometimes leading to severe brain damage. The costs associated with this type of injury can be enormous. These costs may include medical expenses, hospitalizations, rehabilitation treatments, and long-term care (regardless of whether the victim makes a recovery).

Lacerations (deep cuts)

Slip and fall accidents can also cause lacerations, deep cuts that may require stitches or other forms of medical treatment. Lacerations are often the result of broken glass or other sharp objects found on floors.

Spinal cord injuries

Slip and fall accidents can also cause spinal cord injuries. These types of injuries include damage to the brain or spinal cord, which can lead to permanent paralysis, and other lifelong consequences, such as the need for a wheelchair.

Other slip injuries may also occur. Some of these injuries may include broken teeth, neck and back pain. Not all slip or trip injuries result in an immediate trip to the hospital. Other injuries may be more difficult to detect immediately, but still cause pain and other symptoms that require treatment by a doctor or other medical professional.

If an injury occurred, contact us today. You may have a case against the responsible party. We’ll explain your options for filing a claim.

Fall Victims Can Recover Compensation for Injuries.

In a slip and fall situation, you can seek compensation for injuries sustained from the fall. You may receive reimbursement for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. If another party’s negligence was the cause of your accident, they are responsible for any damages or losses that result from their careless actions.

Medical Bills

Medical bills from a slip and fall accident can quickly skyrocket. In many cases, medical expenses for injuries from a trip, slip and fall far exceed the deductible on your insurance policy. You may be entitled to reimbursement of these costs through an injury claim based on negligence. Moreover, you may not have insurance coverage, in which case you will have to pay for all medical costs out-of-pocket.

Lost Wages

If you lost time from work after sustaining injuries in a slip and fall accident, you may recover reimbursement through the claim. You can seek compensation for any wages lost due to an injury sustained in a slip and fall situation. Lost income can include missed work hours, loss of income while on disability leave, and more. If your slip and fall accident occurred at work, you may seek compensation for wages under workers’ compensation.

Pain and Suffering

A slip or trip injury can cause pain and suffering. If you were unable to leave the house or do regular activities because of injuries sustained in a slip and fall situation, you can receive compensation for your pain and suffering.

Slip and fall victims need an experienced personal injury lawyer in California. An experienced lawyer at JSM Injury Firm APC has years of experience representing slip and fall victims in personal injury claims. We know how to navigate the complex world of premises liability law, and will help you build a strong case to ensure that you receive the compensation to which you are entitled. We also handle other types of accidents, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and bicycle accidents.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a slip and fall accident, click here to schedule your free case evaluation.

Things You Should Do Following a Trip or Slip and Fall Accident Injury.

Do not accept liability or fault at the scene.

A fall case is among the most common forms of premises liability cases in California. If you are in a slip and fall situation, you must not admit any liability or guilt. Accepting responsibility for causing a fall or trip will jeopardize your right to pursue compensation for any injuries you sustain. Fault in these premises liability cases is usually complicated and based on various factors, many of which you may not have considered when accepting responsibility for causing a fall at the scene of the fall. Fall lawyers know how fault works and will work to prove the other side was at fault for your accident.

Seek medical attention.

You should seek medical treatment immediately following a fall or trip on property owners property. You may have been injured from the fall or trip, and there may be no immediate signs of injury. Symptoms can take hours or days to arise, and you should receive a medical evaluation in any case where you have fallen on someone else’s property.

Take photographs of the scene and your injuries.

Photographs should be taken of your injuries and the scene where you tripped or fell on someone else’s property. Try to document as much as possible regarding the slip and fall accident, including your surroundings and your injuries. Photographs of the scene and your injuries will help prove fault as well as demonstrate the extent of your injuries and how they impact your daily life.

Do not make a statement to any insurance company without first consulting a slip and fall lawyer at our law firm.

If you have been injured in a trip or slip and fall accident, do not make any statements to the insurance company before you first consult with a slip and fall attorney at our firm. The insurance company will want you to admit liability. As soon as you say anything to the insurance company, they can use that information against you. Therefore, without an attorney, you risk losing your ability to receive compensation for your injuries.

Create an accident report.

If a property owner failed to act as a reasonable person, and that caused you injury at their property, you need to create an accident report. The report will contain information that will help you reconstruct your accident and how it happened. You should list witnesses in this report, along with detailed information about where the accident occurred.

Is A Property Owner Liable For Fall Accidents?

The short answer is yes, in most cases. Under California law, property owners are responsible for providing a safe environment to visitors on their premises. This includes ensuring there are no tripping hazards or other dangerous conditions on the property. If someone slips and falls on another person’s property due to a dangerous condition or defect, they may be entitled to compensation.

The first step to filing a slip and fall injury claim is to ensure you have the evidence, such as pictures, that shows what caused your fall. If you are injured in a public area, like a store or restaurant, it’s important to note any hazards present when you got hurt. If a dangerous condition caused your fall, the property owner may be held liable for your injuries and losses. However, you must show the property owner knew about the hazardous condition before you fell and that they did not take action to correct it. A reasonable property owner must take steps to fix all hazards they know about. Failure to do so will result in liability.

If a person is injured due to a fall or trip on another’s property, they may choose to file a premises liability claim against the property owner. In most cases, this includes filing a claim with the insurance company if the responsible party has insurance coverage. A slip and fall attorney can help determine whether there are grounds for a premises liability claim and discuss the best course of action.

Consult With A Proven Slip and Fall Law Firm.

Call JSM Injury Law Firm APC today for more information about our services. We are a slip and fall injury firm in California that wants to help you with your injury claim. An attorney at our personal injury law firm would be happy to provide legal advice about your case. We will explain the process of filing a slip and fall claim. We can also answer questions about what happens after you file a claim.

We offer free consultations, so call us today at 949-404-4826 or simply fill out the contact form on this page. We will get back with you as soon as possible. All information is kept confidential.

Consult With A Proven Truck Accident Law Firm.

JSM Injury Firm APC

While the presence of a commercial truck or bus makes any car accident more complicated, it also means there is a higher likelihood of damages. To prove negligence in a personal injury claim involving a commercial vehicle, you must show:

  • There was a duty owed; that is, the negligent party had an obligation to follow the rules of the road, just as you did.
  • That duty was breached; that is, the negligent party failed to follow the rules of the road.
  • The breach caused an accident.
  • You were injured due to the accident.

The injured party must prove each of the above four elements. However, having an experienced truck accident law firm on your side can help you prove these elements and maximize your potential for success. Contact us today to learn how we can help you following a commercial vehicle accident. We represent clients all over California, including Orange County, San Bernardino, Riverside, Anaheim and many others. Call 949-404-4826 today, or click here for a free case evaluation.