Personal Injury – Slip And Fall

You never expect to get seriously hurt while staying at a hotel, going grocery shopping, or picking up your children from school. But slip and fall accidents can cause serious and debilitating pain and injury, and may warrant compensation. In this Q&A article, we’ll break down how to prove negligence in a slip and fall case, who can be held liable, and how long you have to file a claim.

How Do I Prove A Property Owner Was Negligent In A Slip And Fall Case?

To prove negligence in a slip and fall case, you must be able to prove that the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to correct it. Examples of such dangerous conditions could include wet floors, broken steps, poor lighting, and uneven surfaces that cause a trip hazard.

Evidence in your case could include photographs of the scene, maintenance records, security camera footage, and witness statements. A personal injury attorney can help you identify and preserve this evidence for negotiations or for court.

Who Can Be Held Liable For A Slip And Fall Accident In Michigan?

Parties liable for a slip and fall accident could include property owners, business operators, landlords, or local or state governments, depending on who had control of or was responsible for the property.

Identifying the liable party is central to pursuing a successful personal injury claim, and an experienced personal injury attorney can help you determine who was legally liable for the unsafe conditions and, therefore, liable for your slip and fall incident.

How Long Do I Have To File A Slip And Fall Lawsuit In Michigan?

In Michigan, you typically have three years from the date of your injury to file a slip and fall lawsuit. This may seem like a large window of time, but evidence can fade quickly; witness memories can suffer, and security footage can quickly be taped over.

If your slip and fall incident occurred on government property (such as a public sidewalk), you must give the government entity notice within 120 days of your injury. In both cases, it’s crucial to reach out to an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible following your incident.

Have you been injured in a slip and fall incident? Attorney Matthew Bedikian can review your case and help you determine liability. Don’t wait; reach out to Michigan Advocacy Center, PLLC at (248) 266-7600 for an initial consultation today.