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Is a property owner responsible for your slip and fall accident?

June 24, 2021 by Lyle Long

A slip and fall accident may result from a negligent property owner or manager who was aware a problem existed on their property but did nothing to correct it.  Slip and fall accidents can have life-altering consequences, leaving you with expensive medical bills, long-term injuries, and you may even experience a loss of income as a result of the injuries you sustained as a direct result of the fall.  

When is a property owner responsible for your slip and fall accident?

You can speak to an attorney to see your options for building a premises liability case against the property owner to seek compensation for your pain and suffering.  Slip and fall cases are built upon facts where the property owner knew about the hazard leading to you becoming injured on their property, but did not adequately inform or warn you of the dangers.   In addition, they needed to have the opportunity to take corrective action to repair or replace any damaged or dangerous conditions and chose not to do so.  These are just a few of the variables attorneys look at when building a slip and fall case.

To determine if the property owner is responsible for your accident and to be able to build a legal case against them, you must be aware of the following:

  • What was the owner’s awareness of the danger prior to you sustaining your injuries.
  • Is the area you fell well lit, or does it have poor lighting conditions?
  • Are the property owner(s) aware of a history of accidents occurring on the property?
  • How are the walkways configured?
  • What are the property owner’s maintenance procedures?
  • Were there witnesses to your accident?
  • Does the flooring contain inadequate slip resistance?
  • Were there any warnings or barriers placed near the hazard area?

Where do slip and fall accidents occur?

Slip and fall accidents frequently take place on private, commercial, and even government property. Any property owned or managed with negligence leading to an accident is grounds for a slip and fall lawsuit.  These locations include but are not limited to the following:

  • Nursing homes
  • Dormitories
  • Assisted living facilities
  • Office buildings
  • Private residences
  • Restaurants
  • Movie theaters
  • Retail locations
  • Government offices
  • Shopping malls
  • Shopping centers
  • Parking structures
  • Schools and universities
  • Hotels

When is a slip and fall lawsuit out of the question?

If your injury was a direct result of the negligence of another party, then you may have a valid slip and fall case, but if your slip and fall injury was an accident, then you may not have a case.  For example, if you are walking on a well-maintained sidewalk free of obstructions and you step incorrectly, leading to you falling and severely injuring yourself, you may not have a strong case to build a lawsuit.  Slip and fall lawsuits are built around the negligence of a property owner or manager.  Without negligence, then there is no case.  

The aftermath of a slip and fall accident. What should you do next?

Slip and fall cases can become complicated, and a statute of limitations may apply, which is why speaking to an experienced slip and fall attorney as soon as possible after the accident is absolutely crucial to building a case against the property owner.  

When is it a good idea to file a slip and fall lawsuit?

If you or a loved one has sustained an injury and it has impacted your life negatively, and a negligent property owner or manager is to blame for the accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation for your pain and suffering.  At Long, Jean & Wechsler, P.A., we handle a wide range of personal injury cases, including premises liability cases involving a slip and fall accident.  Many of our slip and fall clients who have sustained an injury due to a negligent property owner or manager were left with medical bills they could not afford or with a loss of income after the accident.  The only way for them to financially recover was to file a lawsuit to regain stability in their life.  

If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident, contact the attorneys at Long, Jean & Wechsler, P.A. by calling us at 954-597-6770.  Our legal team is ready to give you a free case evaluation to help you understand what your options are.

We are here to help guide and navigate you through each step of the case, from gathering evidence and reporting the accident to filing your claim and seeing the case through to the end.  

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21:24 13 Nov 22
Ryan and Helen were very thorough and diligent with my case. This was my first time having to hire for this type of service and am honestly thrilled to have been referred to such a diligent, efficient and caring team. They made sure to stay in touch and keep me updated all throughout my case. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Thank you all for your excellent care.
Florane FleurinorFlorane Fleurinor
14:52 03 Oct 22
Very good, professional and responsible lawyer. His office was in contact with me every time they had new information. Step by step Mr. Alex Jean would explain to me what is going on with my case. I didn’t have to wait for years for results. So far from what I hear from other people about their cases Mr. Alex Jean is the best. And I will reference my family and friends you and thank you so much
alexis Johnsonalexis Johnson
20:35 13 Sep 22
Ryan Wechsler is by far one of the best lawyers around. He gave me the assurance that everything was going to be okay. He is a very professional, respectful, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and an honest lawyer. His entire team (Daniela & Helen) was amazing. Very pleasant and kept me up to date every step of the way during my case. Ryan fought hard for me! I’m very thankful for all of his hard work and everyone at Long, Jean & Wechsler. If you’re ever in need of a great legal team give them a call.
Saif PowerSaif Power
14:59 30 Aug 22
Lyle was a pleasure to work with, he delivered on his promises. He was very prompt with his responses and very helpful when we first touched base. I’d definitely take him again on any relevant case.
Luiz CentLuiz Cent
02:15 13 Jul 22
I hired Alex Jean for a personal injury case and little did I know I was going to get world class treatment.I was referred to the best Chiropractors in Miami and then when I moved to St.Pete the LJW team had great connections there too.My Tesla is as good as new, my back is recovering and not to mention the settlement from the insurance. If I didn’t hire them I’d still be trying to recover money from insurance to fix my car.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you need a personal injury attorney I 100% recommend Alex Jean and the team at LJW.
Princess Maryam Abdul-AkbarPrincess Maryam Abdul-Akbar
16:29 07 Jul 22
Ryan Wechsler is an excellent attorney. He worked tirelessly on my case, which was a difficult one to begin with. When other attorneys were given me issues to take my case, he was the only one that was reassuring and determine to seek justice for me. I completely trusted his counsel. Had it not been for Mr. Wechsler I would have accumulated a lot of debt. I am forever grateful that he accepted my case.
Angelina AkkadAngelina Akkad
12:47 30 Jun 22
Ryan and the team are absolute rock stars! I got a recommendation from a good friend to use them, and I was not disappointed. They solved my issue with one strong letter and avoided a bad situation and lots of time and $$$ saved. I will definitely be using them again if the need ever arises.
Micheca AristildeMicheca Aristilde
19:46 08 Jun 22
Very good firm. I had an unusual case. A crane dropped on my car the week of Christmas. Considering the fact my accident occurred during the holiday season, Lyle and his paralegal, Helen, ensured that I received treatment the same day, got a rental, and even settled my case in less than 6 months.They were extremely polite, communicative, and on top of everything. I highly recommend reaching out to them for great legal representation.
GatorGator
19:20 08 Jun 22
Worked with Ryan and he helped me navigate the process of our law suit. Was in great communication throughout the process. 5 stars
Patrícia OsorioPatrícia Osorio
02:16 08 Jun 22
We had a great experience with Lyle and their team. The communication worked great, they had the patience to explain all the details to us and were responsive to our questions. We got a great settlement.
Perry CrawfordPerry Crawford
18:55 15 Apr 22
Lyle and his law group conducted themselves professionally and were very caring and concerned about my injury. My recovery was foremost on their minds.He fought for me relentlessly and got me what I truly deserved. His confidence and tenacity won the case decisively.Thanks Lyle.
Andrea ChlimperAndrea Chlimper
17:18 15 Apr 22
I highly recommend Lyle Long and his firm. Additional to a very very good settlement amount, Lyle and his staff were a pleasure to work with. Lyle walked me through the entire process from the moment I contacted him regarding my automobile accident. They were excellent with communication, returning my calls/emails and keeping me informed with updates and progress. Unfortunately, this is my 2nd time hiring his firm. My first experience was that positive that I never thought about hiring another firm to handle my legal matter.
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20:04 28 Mar 22
I highly recommend using this law firm. They’re super friendly, super helpful and very very professional. They had everything under control and dotted all the i’s and crossed all the t’s. I couldn’t be more happy with there service!!!
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18:44 01 Feb 22
I got Into an accident 8/13/2021. A friend of mine told me to contact Ryan, I reached out to him the day after my accident ( which happened to be a weekend day ) and he immediately got right on the case. He was very helpful and I was literally able to reach out to him by phone or text any day and any time. He is always available. He set me up for all of my medical treatment and made sure I understood the whole entire process. He’s a great lawyer and is really on your side. My case was resolved in 4 months and my settlement was way more than I expected. I couldn’t be more thankful for him and his staff. They are excellent.Thank you Ryan,Latia J
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