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Slip & Fall Accident Claims

Property owners and managers are responsible for keeping interior hallways, outdoor sidewalks, and other areas safe for foot traffic. If you were hurt in a slip and fall accident because of negligent maintenance of a property, our attorneys may be able to build a strong premises liability claim on your behalf.

Falls can result in a serious injury that requires expensive medical care and robs you of the opportunity to make a living while you recover. Please call the Turley Law Firm today at 214-691-4025 or email turley@wturley.com to discuss your slip and fall accident case for free with one of our compassionate attorneys.

What Is a Slip and Fall Accident?

Dallas Slip and Fall Lawyer - Turley Law FirmSlip and fall accidents represent a large proportion of dangerous premises claims. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, these accidents account for more than 8 million emergency room visits every year.

The term “slip and fall” might bring to mind an icy sidewalk in the middle of winter; however, any type of tripping or slipping hazard can make a property dangerous, including:

  • Spilled water or other liquids
  • Cracked or uneven pavement
  • Poorly maintained flights of stairs and unstable hand railings
  • Bunched up carpet and rugs
  • Objects blocking or congesting a walkway
  • Inadequate lighting

The owner of a property can also be held liable in a slip and fall claim for failing to post warnings about a potential hazard, such as not putting up a “Caution: Wet Floor” sign after a spill. Improper security can also result in an accident if an unsafe area isn’t roped off from the public.

Common Slip and Fall Injuries

Falls can happen on virtually any type of property, from a private residence to a commercial building. The Turley Law Firm has helped clients injured on a variety of dangerous premises recover compensation for injuries such as:

  • Broken bones
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Back and neck trauma
  • Damage to joints, ligaments, and other soft tissue
  • Head injury
  • Cuts and bruises

Whether your injuries were life-altering or not, our Dallas attorneys will pursue the maximum amount of compensation in your slip and fall case. You may be entitled to recover medical expenses, lost paychecks from time you missed work, and other damages.

Proving Fault in a Slip and Fall Case

Slip and fall claims can be highly complex and are often difficult without prior experience. In order to achieve a successful outcome for your case, you must be able to demonstrate one of the following:

  • The property owner created the dangerous condition resulting in your slip and fall accident
  • The property owner was aware of the dangerous condition and failed to take the necessary steps to fix it
  • A reasonable person would have discovered and repaired this hazardous condition, therefore the property owner should have known about the existence of this issue and taken the proper steps to correct it

It’s also important to understand that some states, such as Texas, adheres to the doctrine of comparative negligence. According to this law, your damages will be reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to your actions. In addition, you will not be entitled to recover any compensation at all if it’s determined that you are 51% or more at fault for the accident.

For these reasons, it’s crucial that you work with an experienced slip and fall lawyer who knows how state comparative negligence laws impact your case. The attorneys at the Turley Law Firm have handled slip and fall cases for more than 50 years. We can help you demonstrate that the negligent property owner was the primary person at fault for your injuries in order to ensure you recover fair compensation for your damages.

Please contact the Turley Law Firm using the form on this page or call 214-691-4025 or email turley@wturley.com today to schedule your free slip and fall consultation. We serve clients in the Dallas, Texas and Southwest area.

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