Slip and Fall accidents are caused when a person/s is injured while on the premises of another. Victims of such injuries are entitled to claim damages under premises liability laws, since the owner or person who maintains the property has a duty to ensure the safety of anyone who enters the premises. Typically, owners/maintenance personnel are responsible for poor lighting, damaged/ill-maintained floors, stairs, carpeting, poor maintenance of the grounds, broken or cracked sidewalks, construction site injuries due to falling debris etc.

In all slip and fall cases, it has to be established that the victim was injured on the premises, the injury was caused by a certain lack of safety there and that the owner/person who maintains the property knew about the dangerous condition. Such accidents may take place in public spaces, residential properties or commercial buildings, which includes restaurants, clubs, motor-homes, sheds, homes, stadiums, play areas etc. Special rules apply to government property.

Strict rules govern filing of claims within stipulated time limits, with necessary documentation. These cases can be quite complicated and only an experienced, skilled and knowledgeable slip and fall accident lawyer can help victims to establish liability, deal with insurers and ensure that maximum compensation is awarded.