Basic Principles of Slip and Fall Injury

“Slip and Fall” is a term used in the law to reference when someone falls and is injured due to the negligence of another. “Negligence” means the failure to exercise reasonable care.

So, for instance, if you fell because someone at a store mopped without putting up a “wet floor” sign, you have a negligence claim. Another example would be, falling in a common area in the apartment building you live in due to the Landlord’s failure to exercise reasonable care to maintain the property. Each of these cases is very fact specific.

What types of compensation can a victim of a slip and fall recover?

General damages for a victim of a slip and fall can include the following:

• Medical Bills to date as a result of the wreck

• Future costs of caring for your injuries

• Physical and Mental Pain and Suffering caused by your injuries

• Lost wages to date

• Impairment to earn wages in the future

However, every injury presents a unique and personal situation.  Please don’t hesitate to call me, and we can discuss the specifics of your case.