Slips, Trips & Falls
Slips, Trips & Falls
- Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents
Slip, trip, and fall accidents are generally categorized as premises liability. These cases occur when a property owner fails to properly maintain, repair, or manage their property, resulting in hazardous conditions that lead to injury. - Proving Liability in Slip, Trip, and Fall Cases
Suffering an injury on someone else’s property or at a commercial establishment does not automatically guarantee a successful lawsuit. In New York, the law tends to favor property owners. To hold a property owner liable, the injured party must demonstrate that the owner either caused the hazardous condition or knew (or should have known) about its existence. Additionally, the injured party must prove that this unsafe condition directly caused their injury. - Legal Guidance for Slip, Trip, and Fall Cases
To pursue a successful claim, an injured plaintiff must provide evidence that the property owner or lessee was aware of or responsible for the dangerous condition. It is also necessary to establish that this condition significantly contributed to the injury. Another factor often examined is the injured party’s own responsibility in the accident, known as contributory or comparative negligence, which can reduce or eliminate compensation depending on the level of fault. - Types of Premises Liability Cases
Premises liability cases can include:- Slip and falls in commercial establishments due to spilled liquids or foreign substances
- Trip and falls caused by dangerous property conditions
- Construction site accidents resulting from unsafe environments
- Assaults by employees or patrons, in cases where property owners fail to provide adequate security
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