Atlanta’s Slip and Fall Law Firm
We’ve all done it.
We’re minding our own business when we come across an unmarked wet spot in a store that no one has tended to.
We take a tumble and, hopefully, walk away with nothing more than a bruised ego. But that’s not always how it goes. Maybe you’re having trouble getting back on your feet. Maybe it seems fine at the time, but a nagging injury presents itself in the following days.
Don’t be too embarrassed to get what you deserve. If you have injuries stemming from a slip and fall, call Nick now. We’ll discuss your case during a free consultation and determine if you’re entitled to compensation.
- Did you trip on rotting or broken stairs?
- Was there a slick area in a mall with no appropriate signage?
- Were you injured because a premises owner was simply too lazy to maintain their building?
If so, don’t just sit by. If this happened to you, it’s likely to happen to someone else after you. Stand up for yourself and make sure they’re taken to task for their negligence.
Slipping and falling might be no big deal, but the fact is it can be a traumatic event that changes your life.
In a heartbeat, you could suffer an injury that will linger for years through no fault of your own.
You deserve compensation to help you get back on your feet, literally. We’ll be the ones to help you back up.
Proving Liability in a Slip and Fall Accident
Falls are a leading cause of injury in America.
Falls are the primary cause of visits to the emergency room (21 percent!), with over 8 million cases a year.
Sadly, things only get worse as we age. Every year, one in three people over the age of 65 in the United States will experience a fall, representing 1.8 million emergency room visits. For people over 65, falls are the second leading cause of injury-related death, and incidence goes up every ten years. It’s a terrifying statistic for all of us, but you can’t blame yourself.
Proving Liability
In order to prove liability in a slip and fall accident,
We need to show that the property owner should have recognized that the condition was dangerous and failed to do so or that they caused the dangerous condition leading to the slip and fall accident (By leaving an obstacle in your path, for instance) and it was reasonably foreseeable that someone would trip and fall due to the condition. This is why you need a lawyer. It’s just not something you can argue on your own.
Slipping and Falling
Slipping and falling can be humiliating, but it happens to literally all of us.
Our children and our parents and our grandparents. Everyone has fallen and everyone has needed a hand. You need a lawyer who has expertise in slip and fall cases because property owners won’t accept legal responsibility for an accident unless their failure is obvious and, even if they do, they’ll try their best to downplay your injuries.
Nicholas P. Martin won’t let them get away with that. This wasn’t just an accident; it was negligence. You don’t deserve to walk with a limp forever because they weren’t paying attention.
Give us a call now and we’ll find a way back to your normal.
What Are Some Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents?
Slippery or uneven floors.
Loose cables, wires, or other debris.
Unmaintained sidewalks and pavement.
A build up of slick snow or ice.
Unsecured mats or rugs.
Broken steps and missing railings.
FAQs About Slip and Fall Accidents
First and foremost, seek medical attention if necessary. You have to take care of yourself, primarily. After that, take photos of the area around where you fell so you have a record of the conditions that caused your injuries. After that, we’d advise you call us. We know what to look for in these cases and we know how to approach proving liability.
Slips and falls at work are the leading cause of lost time. They also represent the leading cause of occupational injury for those 55 and older. You may be entitled to workers’ compensation, but the company’s insurance will be looking to downgrade the severity of your claim. Let us take a look at it and we’ll make sure you’re the priority.
An out of court settlement can frequently be a great option, but you need a lawyer to make sure you aren’t getting taken advantage of. If you accept a settlement, you won’t be able to take your case to court afterwards. Don’t get stuck with a settlement that only covers part of your losses!
Every case is different, so we truly can’t be sure. Contact us now and we’ll have a better idea of what you could stand to recover!
Atlanta’s Best Slip and Fall Attorney
A slip and fall can turn your whole life upside down, but it doesn’t have to.
Let us take care of the details while you worry about getting better.
Call The Law Offices of Nicholas P. Martin now and
we’ll make sure to look out for you, even if no one else will.