Understanding Premises Liability & Your Rights
Slip and fall accidents can lead to serious injuries. At
Walther/Zwibelman Law Associates, we have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in successful personal injury claims and lawsuits. Today, we are ready to use this invaluable experience to help you recover damages for your slip & fall accident. Generally speaking, you can file suit if the premises was open to the public.
Who can I sue for a slip & fall injury?
- Grocery stores
- Department stores
- Hotels
- Hospitals
- Schools
- And more
"Duty of Care" and Slip & Fall Accidents
Like most personal injury cases, slip and fall accidents rely on the concept of liability. Who is responsible for your accident? The term "duty of care" can help you establish liability. Duty of care is a legal obligation held by property owners that requires them to maintain a safe environment for visitors and customers. Failing to clean up a dangerous spill, for example, does not uphold duty of care. This is a form of negligence. Similarly, failing to post a warning sign near uneven flooring can constitute negligence as well.
Common Slip & Fall Accidents
Slip and fall is an umbrella term that encompasses a wide range of scenarios. Some common situations that can result in slip & falls are:
- Spilled products in grocery stores
- Uneven sidewalks/pavement
- Poorly marked staircases
- Inadequate lighting in walkways
- Failure to eliminate snow/ice
Free Legal Consultation with a St. Louis Slip & Fall Lawyer
Our attorneys offer free case evaluations to accident victims in St. Louis. If you suffered an injury, speak to a member of our legal team today. When you work with us, we will never pass your case down to a staff member; a partner from the firm will be by your side through the entire legal process.
