Slip and fall accidents account for more than 1 million cases brought before lawyers across the U.S. each year. If you slip and fall in a place of business or even in someone else’s home in Kentucky, you may be able to file a lawsuit.
Slip and fall accidents occur because of someone else’s negligence. Grocery stores, restaurants, hospitals and hotels are all common places for this type of accident to occur. If you are the victim, it could result in mounting medical bills, time away from work or school and of course, injuries that could cause permanent damage or even a fatality.
For example, in grocery stores, workers often stock items into the freezer section and condensation will drip on the floor. Customers eat while shopping, leaving a trail of food behind them. Bottles are knocked over, spilling liquid in every direction. Customers may fall and as a result, injure themselves.
However, the store management is responsible for removing any known hazards and actively warning customers of a risk, usually done with a “wet-floor” sign. Because these types of accidents are foreseeable, most businesses are proactive in their approach, but many are not.
Business owners and managers have a responsibility to maintain their premises and to create a safe environment for all employees and customers. However, many businesses are reluctant to change their procedures when not required by law to do so. Many businesses may ignore the situation entirely, instead of spending money to remedy it.
If you are injured in a slip and fall accident, try to take pictures of the circumstances that caused you to fall. Ask for a detailed accident report from the manager or owner. Evidence is key in these cases, as it can help determine liability and prove negligence.
You also need to contact your Northern Kentucky slip and fall accident attorney as soon as possible. Our NKU personal injury lawyers can help you evaluate your claim and determine the damages that may be awarded to you.
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