Slip and Fall Attorney in Arlington

Slip and fall accidents occur for different reasons, including but not limited to wet flooring, loose carpeting, inadequate lighting, missing handrails, debris at construction sites, and poorly designed floors. Regardless of the cause, you should consult an attorney to determine whether someone else was responsible.

There's a lot that goes into proving liability for slip and fall. Generally, your attorney must establish that:

• The other party owed you a duty of care
• They breached the duty of care owed to you
• You suffered injuries as a result of the breach of duty of care
• You suffer damages as the result of the injuries you sustained

These four elements, however, are not as easy to prove as they may sound on paper. They require tons of resources and a lot of footwork.

This refers to the legal responsibility one party has over another. For example, when shopping at a grocery store, the owner and their employees are legally responsible for ensuring that the grocery store is safe from hazards that could cause slip and fall accidents.

These cases do not have a standard amount of settlement. The exact settlement you may be entitled to will depend on the severity of your injuries, their impact on your life, and the unique details of your case. It is only after consulting a lawyer that you will understand what you may be entitled to as compensation. 

In the unfortunate event that your loved one dies due to a slip and fall accident, you may be entitled to compensation for funeral expenses and other death benefits. Such a case would fall under the legal principle of wrongful death, which allows you to hold the at-fault party responsible for your loved one's unfortunate and avoidable death.

Because sleep and fall cases are complicated yet time-sensitive, you should consider getting a free case review by an expert. The sooner you resolve the case, the faster you can move on with your life. Contact us today to find out how we might be able to help you or a loved one.