{"id":58341,"date":"2022-09-08T10:01:48","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T10:01:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/?p=58341"},"modified":"2022-11-03T15:35:17","modified_gmt":"2022-11-03T15:35:17","slug":"are-you-entitled-to-compensation-for-your-slip-fall-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessyield.com\/bs-personal-finance\/are-you-entitled-to-compensation-for-your-slip-fall-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"Are You Entitled To Compensation For Your Slip & Fall Accident?","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you been injured in a recent slip and fall accident? If so, you are most likely entitled to a personal injury claim. However, you have to show the negligence of the other party that led to your slip and fall accident. You must demonstrate that the property owner failed to take reasonable precautions that led to your fall.<\/p>

Fresno slip and fall lawyers at The May Firm<\/a> say that going through the legal documentation, talking to witnesses, obtaining evidence, and navigating through the process can be burdensome for the victims and their family members. This is why you should not delay consulting a personal injury lawyer<\/a>. They are experts and have the right resources and contacts in assisting you to get the fair compensation that you deserve.<\/p>

How Do You Claim in a Slip and Fall Accident?<\/span><\/h2>

Slip and fall accidents are common and can happen at parking lots, grocery stores, private properties, offices, malls, restaurants, and anywhere, but the difficult task is to establish the blame. <\/p>

You need to prove that the property owner or any other responsible party was already aware of the potentially dangerous situation but chose to ignore it. If you have informed the insurance provider about the accident, and are in talks regarding a possible settlement amount, you might have noticed that the process can be difficult. <\/p>

They will ask you many questions and you most likely will have to show them the evidence. Since insurance companies are smart and know several strategies to decrease your settlement amount, you should remain cautious all the time and not give them statements without consulting your lawyer.<\/p>

There can be many parties responsible for a slip and fall accident-<\/h3>

#1. Owner of the Property<\/h4>

Generally, in most cases, the property owner must maintain their property and ensure no hazards.<\/p>

#2. The Government Entity<\/h4>

If the slip and fall accident was caused due to the negligence of any government officer responsible for the maintenance of the property.<\/p>

#3. The Supervisor<\/h4>

Several times, a supervisor is put in charge of the maintenance of the property.<\/p>

How Do You Prove Negligence?<\/span><\/h2>

Your slip and fall claim must demonstrate the following four elements of negligence:<\/p>

Duty of care:<\/strong> The property owner has a  “reasonable” duty of care to ensure that their property is safe and can cause no potential injuries.<\/p>

Breach of duty:<\/strong> The property owner did not pay attention and intentionally breached their duty to protect the people on their property.<\/p>

Causation:<\/strong> The injuries and the damage (loss of income, medical bills, etc,) were a direct result of the property owner\u2019s negligence.<\/p>

Damages: <\/strong>The at-fault party is proven guilty and is entitled to pay you for the damages.<\/p>

What Is the Evidence Required to Prove Negligence?<\/span><\/h2>