Slip and Fall Insurance Claims

One simple misstep can lead to a serious type of personal injury accident, a slip and fall. United States tort law indicates that these types of accident claims are based on a person slipping or tripping, and falling due to the negligence of a property owner. The property owner is responsible because they allowed such a dangerous condition exist on their property.

Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in the United States and according to the Center for Disease Control these types of accidents account for more than 35% of brain injuries.

Additionally, accidental falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries among adults aged 65 or older and in 2010 the direct medical costs of falls was more than $30 billion.

Slip and fall accidents can lead to a number of injuries and even wrongful death. If you or a loved one has suffered from a slip and fall accident due to another party’s carelessness, the victim may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and more.

For a free, no-obligation review of your accident claim, fill out the ‘FREE CASE REVIEW’ for to your left.

Types of Slip and Fall Injuries

Traumatic brain injuries are one of the most serious types of injuries a person can suffer from after a slip and fall accident. Not all will endure such a difficult grievance though.

Some additional slip and fall injuries include:

• Concussion
• Broken Bones
• Sprains and Strains
• Bruising
• Back and Neck Injuries

A slip and fall accident can affect everyone differently, very young children and older adults are more likely to suffer from serious injuries, such as broken bones, due lack of or depletion of calcium.

Who is Responsible for a Slip and Fall Accident?

The causes of a slip and fall accident vary and may include wet or slippery floors, uneven surfaces, and even clutter. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident caused on another individual’s property, they should be held responsible for their negligence.

Improper cleaning and lack of hazard identification are other causes of slip and fall accidents, if you were on a business premises that did not properly indicate a slip and fall hazard they may be held responsible for your injuries.

If an individual has a slip and fall accident at another person’s home, the victim may be able to make a claim against the property owner’s insurance company.

How to Handle a Slip and Fall Claim

When a person is involved in a slip and fall accident it is important that they treat this just as they would any other accident. Take photographs of the area if possible, document what transpired, and get the property owner’s insurance company’s name and policy number.

Make sure you see a doctor for your injuries and that they document any injuries and further treatment you may need. Do not sign any documents provided by the property owner or their insurance company, and most importantly contact a personal injury lawyer about your legal rights.

A personal injury attorney can help you fight for the MAXIMUM amount of compensation you deserve and will represent you again insurance companies who often try to minimize an injured victim’s settlement. A slip and fall accident attorney can negotiate with insurance companies on your behalf while you take the time off to heal.

Contact Our Houston Slip and Fall Lawyers Today

If you or a loved one has endured a serious slip and fall accident on another person’s property and they are seeking legal counsel, our attorneys are ready to help.

At the Arguello Law Firm we are dedicated to helping personal injury victims get the justice they deserve. For many years we have been handling insurance claims on behalf of our clients throughout the Houston, Texas area. We are proud to also serve the surrounding area, including:

• Deer Park
• Pasadena
• Sugarland
• Jacinto City
• Galena Park

…and several more surrounding Houston neighborhoods. To find out how we may be able to help you, contact us at 1-888-CLAIM-68 (1-888-252-4668) and one of our dedicated intake staff members will connect you with one of our lawyers best suited in handling claim.

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