Broken ankles. Pinched nerves. Broken backs. Life-threatening injures...all from a little slip and fall? The National Center for Injury Prevention and Control estimates that over 8 million people were injured in slip and fall accidents in 2004 alone, indicating that slip and falls are not a little crisis at all.

Property owners can be held responsible if your slip and fall injury is the result of dangerous conditions on their premises. These can range from ice to water to slippery surfaces to uneven terrain or poor lighting. If the premises owner can be proven to have either had knowledge of the existence of a dangerous condition or if they should have known about the condition, they could be held liable and be made responsible for financial compensation for your injuries, such as damages paid for medical costs, adaptive devices, lost time at work, future medical care, and even psychological damage as a result of your injuries.

Though slip and fall injuries can seem somewhat cut and dry, they can turn into complex legal matters. The owner’s knowledge and duties must be explored and investigated along with the circumstances surrounding the injury. In addition, the extent of the victim’s injuries can also influence a slip and fall lawsuit’s outcome.

To prove that you slipped and fell, it is a good idea to document your injuries and the premises as thoroughly as possible. If you do slip and fall in a store or public place, file a report with the responsible party as soon as possible to document your fall. In addition, you may want to consider keeping a detailed record of any medical care received.

Your time to file a slip and fall lawsuit can be severely limited by statutes of limitations. Thus, it’s vital that you act on your own behalf as soon as possible after your injury. That means finding a slip and fall lawyer with experience, expertise, and a strong track record. Your slip and fall lawyer can engage expert witnesses, investigate the site, and help you get the compensation you deserve.

The Law Offices of Sam Eagle specialize in personal injury lawsuits, including slip and fall injuries. Put yourself in good hands – call Sam Eagle today for a free case consultation.