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Unfortunately, many people have slip-and-fall accidents each year that leave them with serious injuries. Even though they are common, insurance companies sometimes try to pay accident victims less than they deserve. Unbelievably, they even try to blame victims for their accidents and deny their injury claims. If you were hurt, a Hartford slip & fall lawyer can discuss your legal options and investigate what happened.
The experienced slip-and-fall attorneys at Weber & Rubano have helped thousands of clients with different kinds of personal injury insurance claims. Contact our office to set up a no-risk, free consultation right away.
A slip-and-fall accident is a type of premises liability case that falls within personal injury law in Connecticut. You can hold a property owner or manager accountable when they fail to maintain their property in reasonably safe conditions.
To prove your case, you must show:
To win a slip-and-fall case, you must prove legal responsibility, known as negligence. Even if you can prove negligence, you must bring a legal claim before the deadline to file a case, which is called the statute of limitations. In Connecticut, you have two years from the date the accident occurred or the injury became known.
If you fail to bring your claim before the deadline passes, you are typically unable to pursue compensation after a slip-and-fall accident. If you are worried about being able to file before the statute of limitations passes, contact the trusted team at Weber & Rubano for further help.
While you don’t necessarily have to go to court to pursue a damages claim, you may be able to obtain a personal injury settlement for your injuries. Many cases are settled out of court, and an attorney can help discuss the right option for your accident recovery. An attorney at our firm can discuss all available options for resolving your case and your financial recovery goals.
You could fall when you’re a guest on public property or while in someone’s home. Some people have a hard time pursuing legal recovery against a local business, family member, or friend. However, a legal claim is usually pursued against an insurance company, not an individual. An attorney can explain which parties they may include in your specific circumstances.
Your employer also has a duty to keep your workplace safe. Yet, some employers don’t follow every Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulation. If you were involved in a slip-and-fall accident at work, file a workers’ compensation claim for benefits with your Connecticut employer.
Consider consulting a knowledgeable Hartford attorney before you file your workers’ comp claim. An attorney familiar with these claims can protect your rights as an injured employee and help pursue the maximum compensation to which you’re entitled. They can build a compelling injury claim and assist if your claim is denied.
Regrettably, slip-and-fall accidents happen often, especially with the elderly. Approximately 1 in 4 adults over age 65 reported a fall in 2020, which was about 14 million people across the country. Unfortunately, about 39,000 adults 65+ died because of a fall in 2021. In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported over 3 million emergency department visits for fall-related injuries across the United States.
Falling is a significant cause of many catastrophic injuries. In Connecticut, fall accidents lead to serious injuries for the elderly, with 73.5 deaths per 100,000 adults at least 65 years old. When you add in the negligence of a local property owner or employer, you have a recipe for disaster.
With many people experiencing serious slip-and-fall accidents throughout the U.S., having the right attorney by your side can make a significant positive difference in the outcome of your case. An attorney familiar with slip-and-fall claims and premises liability laws can provide invaluable assistance as you negotiate your case, regardless of how it happened.
There are some conditions that are more likely to result in a slip and fall, and people must take active steps to prevent injury to guests and employees on their properties. In Hartford, common causes include:
This is not a comprehensive list. If you believe you suffered an injury due to a slip and fall for any reason, it’s important to speak with an attorney. They can investigate what caused your accident and help prove you didn’t contribute to the accident. If you were hurt, they can discuss the types of damages you may recover and help build a solid injury claim.
When it comes to how much you can potentially recover from your injury case, you may get far more than you originally thought. Complex cases with serious injuries tend to be worth more. In Connecticut, some of the things you might receive compensation for through a settlement or award may include:
It can be difficult to determine the value of your case without the help of an experienced attorney. An attorney can discuss whether you need the assistance of any expert witnesses to demonstrate, for example, the cost of your future medical care or the amount of lost income that should be included in your financial recovery. An attorney can provide substantial help with your damage recovery.
If you slipped and fell because of someone else’s negligence, you can help your accident case by taking a few proactive steps right away. You can use your phone to help with your claim and protect your recovery. However, if you are too hurt, have someone else nearby help you take these steps:
Bring your attorney all of the evidence you gather after the accident. We can act quickly to document the condition of the property before they fix any hazardous conditions, get security camera footage, and interview witnesses before they forget what happened. We can also ensure no one blames you for your accident and work with any necessary safety professionals to prove legal responsibility for the at-fault parties.
Once your premises liability lawyer documents liability, they’re in a solid position to build your personal injury case and help develop a strategy tailored to your circumstances.
When property owners fail to take precautions, it can result in serious injuries. Common injuries from slip-and-fall accidents include:
Regardless of the injuries you or a loved one sustained, it’s worth discussing your accident with an experienced attorney so they can discuss how they can help with your recovery. An attorney can support you throughout your injury recovery and help pursue all available compensation on your behalf. Consider speaking with the trusted team at Weber & Rubano after a slip-and-fall accident.
Don’t let anyone dismiss your injuries after a slip-and-fall accident. Weber & Rubano bring decades of personal injury and premises liability experience to fight for justice for you. With two offices in Connecticut, you’re never far from a trusted attorney from our firm. You might be eligible for substantial financial compensation, and our firm takes these claims seriously.
Contact Weber & Rubano to schedule your free, no-obligation case review with one of our skilled and accomplished attorneys.