What are the most common causes of slip and fall accidents?
Common causes of slip & fall accidents include:
- Wet, soapy, or oily floors
- Floors littered with debris
- Loose, worn, or torn carpet
- Broken tile or concrete
- Icy sidewalks or stairwells
Who is responsible for a slip and fall accident?
Property owners can be held liable for any accidents that occur on their premises due to their failure to correct any known or discoverable hazards. For unavoidable hazards, such as a freshly mopped floor, the property owner has a duty to provide proper warning of the hazard, such as placing a “wet floor” sign over the slippery area until it dries. Failing to do so may constitute negligence, and as such, accident victims may have a right to seek compensation for costs related to any injuries they sustain.
How much compensation can you get for a slip & fall?
If you have been injured after slipping and falling on another person’s property, you may be able to seek compensation for the following:
- Medical bills
- Rehabilitation costs
- Lost earnings
- Pain and suffering