Slip And Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents occur for a variety of reasons and in almost any location.  A slip and fall accident is usually caused by the surface of a walkway and can occur nearly anywhere, including a place of employment or an establishment such as a restaurant or a grocery store.  Most often, an accident is caused by an obstacle in the walkway, poorly lit stairwells, uneven surfaces, slippery substances on the floor, and changes in floor surface.

The elderly are particularly vulnerable to slip and fall injuries, however, anyone can be a victim of a negligently maintained walkway.  Slip and fall injuries can lead to extensive medical expenses and, in some cases, the victim of a slip and fall may be unable to return to work, either temporarily or for good.

In California, premises liability refers to the obligation that property owners maintain their property in reasonably safe condition for those individuals that are reasonably expected to be present on the property.  When a property owner fails to meet its duty to properly maintain the premises, the injured person may have a claim against the owner.  However, you will need the expertise of professionals experienced in this area of California law because in this area the law favors the premises owner and only requires that it make a “reasonable inspection” of the premises.  Salek Law Firm attorneys are very familiar with the exact parameters of a “reasonable inspection” and will be able to preserve the necessary evidence to prove that the premises owner failed to meet its standard of care.  That will require   retaining the best accident reconstruction specialists, seeking out eye witnesses to the incident, and advising you with respect to what evidence to collect and retain.