Indianapolis Slip & Fall Accident Attorneys
Helping Victims of Negligence in Indianapolis
Slip and fall accidents can cause serious injuries that require medical treatment and time off work to heal. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident due to the negligence of a property owner or manager, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. At Hovde Dassow +amp; Deets, our Indianapolis slip and fall accident attorneys are passionate about helping the injured and providing the personalized, one-on-one guidance you need throughout the legal process.
Call us today at (317) 576-3241 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our slip and fall accident lawyers in Indianapolis.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents can occur in a variety of settings. They are especially common in retail stores, restaurants, and other commercial establishments. However, they can also occur on private property and in residential buildings. In any case, slip and fall accidents are often caused by one of the following factors:
- Wet floors: Whether from a leaking pipe, recently mopped floor, or spilled liquid, wet floors can be extremely dangerous.
- Uneven flooring: Cracked, damaged, or otherwise uneven flooring can pose a serious tripping hazard.
- Loose mats or rugs: If a mat or rug is not properly secured to the floor, it can easily slide or bunch up, causing someone to trip and fall.
- Insufficient lighting: Poor lighting can make it difficult to see tripping hazards, such as a step.
- Clutter: Objects, debris, and other clutter in walkways can make it easy for someone to trip and fall.
- Stairway defects: Stairways with broken or missing handrails, uneven steps, or inadequate tread can pose a serious danger.
These are just a few examples of the many ways in which slip and fall accidents can occur. If you were injured in a slip and fall accident, it is important to seek medical attention right away and report the accident to the property owner or manager. Then, get in touch with an experienced slip and fall accident lawyer in Indianapolis to learn more about your legal options.
Who Is Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident?
Liability in a slip and fall accident case is based on the legal concept of negligence. To establish negligence, you must prove that the property owner or manager owed you a duty of care, that this duty of care was breached, and that you suffered damages as a result. Under Indiana law, property owners and managers have a duty of care to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition. This includes regularly inspecting the property for hazards, repairing hazards in a timely manner, and/or providing adequate warning of hazards that cannot be immediately fixed.
However, just because you were injured in a slip and fall accident does not automatically mean that the property owner or manager was negligent. To be legally responsible, the property owner or manager must have known or reasonably should have known about the hazard and failed to take action to fix it. For example, if a grocery store employee mops the floor and immediately places a “wet floor” sign in the area, the store may not be liable if a customer slips and falls. This is because the store took reasonable steps to warn customers of the hazard.
How Long Do You Have to File a Slip and Fall Accident Lawsuit?
In Indiana, the statute of limitations for personal injury lawsuits, including slip and fall accident claims, is two years from the date of the injury. If you do not file a lawsuit within this two-year period, you will be permanently barred from bringing a claim. However, there are a few exceptions to this general rule.
How Our Slip and Fall Accident Attorneys Can Help
At Hovde Dassow + Deets, our Indianapolis slip and fall accident attorneys can help you navigate the legal process and fight for the fair recovery you are owed. We understand that slip and fall accidents can cause serious injuries that require medical treatment and time off work to heal, which is why we work tirelessly to secure the maximum compensation you are owed. Our team is highly skilled in handling these types of cases and can provide you with the effective representation you need.
Schedule a Consultation Today
If you were injured in a slip and fall accident, it is important to seek medical attention right away, as some injuries may not be immediately apparent. Then, get in touch with an experienced personal injury lawyer in Indianapolis to learn more about your legal options. The sooner you contact our team, the sooner we can get to work on your case. We offer free consultations and contingency fees, so you do not have to worry about any upfront costs or legal fees. Instead, you only pay if we win your case.
Call (317) 576-3241 today to schedule your consultation with our slip and fall accident attorneys in Indianapolis.
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