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Slip & Fall Attorney in Federal Way, Washington
Receive Compensation for Your Slip
and Fall Accident
Slip, trip and fall accidents are generally considered "premises liability" cases. These cases arise when a property owner or custodian is negligent in the maintenance, repair and upkeep of the property in question.
Many states have laws that require landowners to maintain their property so that it does not present an unreasonable risk of harm to those that visit the property. Often, these laws pertain to both business owners and homeowners.
In many states, a merchant owes a duty to persons who use his premises to exercise reasonable care to keep his aisles, passageways, and floors in a reasonably safe condition. This duty includes a reasonable effort to keep the premises free of any hazardous conditions which reasonably might give rise to the damage.
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Owner Negligence
Premise liability cases include: "slip and falls at commercial establishments caused by liquids or foreign substances"; "trip and fall incidents caused by unsafe property conditions"; "construction site accidents and assaults by employees or business patrons in many states, business owners and property owners have a duty to provide a safe environment for individuals on their premises."
If you are injured because a property owner or a business establishment fails to provide a safe environment, you may have a right to bring a claim for various damages incurred due to your injury. In many states, these damages include pain and suffering, medical expenses and lost wages.
If you are involved in a slip/trip and fall accident, you should:
Avoid making any detailed statements concerning fault
Get the names of owners and managers of the property
Write names of witnesses
Take good pictures of the scene and injuries
Save footwear and clothing
Seek medical attention if injured
Not give recorded statements to insurance adjusters
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Premises Owners and Operators Are Liable for Your Injury
The liability of a premise owner or operator depends on the state and federal laws that apply to the circumstances. For example, an owner of a home or public store has a duty to warn you about any known hazards that you might encounter. Construction workers are legally obligated to warn and protect the public from hazards at their work sites. Depending on individual circumstances, all may still be liable for injuries you receive while on their premises, even if they warned you of potential injury.