Most of us slip, trip, or fall occasionally. Usually, it is only a minor issue, but serious injuries can sometimes result from a simple slip and fall.
Property owner negligence is one of the most common causes of slip and falls in Chandler. The attorneys at Phillips Law Group have been representing members of the local community injured in falls for decades and can help you obtain fair compensation for your injuries.
Various Hazards Can Lead to Falls
Slipping and tripping hazards are everywhere. People must be attentive to avoid them, and property owners must be diligent about identifying and fixing hazards that could lead to a fall.
Wet floors frequently cause falls in Chandler, and other common causes include:
- Uneven flooring
- Unmarked level changes
- Loose carpet or tile
- Debris on the floor
- Poor lighting
- Absent or loose handrails
- Inconsistent riser height on stairs
- Unsecured and unmarked cords in foot traffic areas
Most of the common causes of falls are easy to identify and repair.
When an individual falls and suffers an injury on someone else’s property, they should try to identify the cause of their fall. They should note the date and time of the accident and take pictures of the hazard if possible. An attorney at Phillips Law Group can use this evidence to prove the property owner’s negligence caused the fall.
Negligence Can Lead to Falls
People who own or operate businesses and other public places are responsible for keeping them safe for visitors. Landlords also have a legal duty to keep the premises they rent safe. A property owner, business operator, or landlord is negligent when they fail to take reasonable steps to maintain safe premises.
Public space and commercial enterprise operators must regularly inspect their premises for hazards. When they become aware of a problem, they must repair it as quickly as possible. In the meantime, they must restrict access to the hazardous area or post warning signs advising of the danger.
When property owners fail to take appropriate steps to avoid harm to visitors within a reasonable time of learning of a danger, they are negligent. A Phillips Law Group attorney in Chandler must present proof that the property owner knew or should have known about the slipping or tripping hazard, failed to remediate it within a reasonable time, and did not provide adequate warnings.
Property Owners’ Liability for Injuries
When an injured person can prove that a property owner’s negligence was the direct cause of their fall and resulting injuries, the owner is responsible for paying compensation. The injured person is entitled to reimbursement for their out-of-pocket costs, lost wages, and compensation for pain and suffering.
The first step is to notify the property owner and their insurance company of an injured person’s claim. In most cases, negotiations result in a reasonable settlement. However, if the property owner’s insurer is unreasonable or does not negotiate in good faith, a Phillips Law Group attorney in Chandler will take a slip and fall case to trial.
An injured person must act swiftly after a slip and fall. Arizona Revised Statute § 12-542 allows two years for an injured person to file a lawsuit. Engaging an attorney soon after a fall allows time to collect evidence and pursue negotiations before filing a lawsuit.
Contact a Chandler Attorney To Pursue Compensation After a Slip and Fall
A property owner’s failure to keep their premises safe is one of the common causes of slip and falls in Chandler. You deserve compensation if you are injured in a fall that a property owner could have prevented.
Schedule a free consultation with the team at Phillips Law Group right away. For more than 30 years, their team has been securing compensation for injured members of this community, and they are eager to help you.
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