Falls are the leading cause of injury reported at hospitals around the country, accounting for 21% of visits to emergency rooms, according to the National Floor Safety Institute. Of the falls that required hospital visits, 12% were the results of slips. Slip-and-falls produce the most lost workdays. Fractures result from 5% of slip and falls, the NFSI reported.
Are you suffering from a Slip and Fall injury? Call Raymond Ravis Attorney at Law today at (904) 358-4004 or contact us online to speak to our slip and fall attorneys in Jacksonville.
Slip-and-fall accidents can have serious consequences. Owners of property that failed to take necessary action to keep their floors safe can be held responsible for the medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering that they negligently helped cause. Sometimes injuries can become evident after the fall or linger longer than the injured person expects, which could indicate more serious injuries than they initially realized.
Any business owner that serves the public has an obligation to prevent hazardous conditions, including preventing slippery floors. The source of the slippery substance is important. If the business owner knows about the substance, whether it’s the fault of the business or a third party such as a customer, then they could be liable for the injuries suffered from the slip and fall.
If you’ve fallen, make sure to check for any substance that may have caused the slip. You should talk with witnesses and get pictures of the substance. Also, notify the property owner and get them to file a report. Not all slips can be faulted to the property owners, but the only way to be sure is to collect as much information as possible and consult with an attorney.
Proving fault in a slip-and-fall injury can be difficult, which is why if you’ve been injured from a fall due to someone else’s carelessness or negligence, you’ll need an experienced Jacksonville slip and fall attorney who knows how to handle these cases. Property owners can’t be held responsible for every possibility of a fall, and only an experienced attorney can help you determine if you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
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