Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents

Slipping or falling can result in serious injuries that lead to high medical costs, wage loss, and other kinds of damages that affect your quality of life.

When a slip, trip, or fall accident happens on property that belongs to someone else, you might be able to receive financial compensation to help cover these costs and other damages.

Business owners, homeowners, and other property owners in Arizona are expected to provide a safe environment at all times. When you are hurt on someone else’s property through no fault of your own, it’s important to have legal assistance to determine if you are eligible to receive financial compensation based on premises liability law. East Valley Injury Law has a team of attorneys available to provide you with this kind of guidance.

Common Types of Slip, Trip, and Fall Injuries

When you are injured on another person’s property, your injuries can range from mild to severe. While mild injuries might not result in serious problems for you, severe injuries can cause major problems, including disability or chronic medical conditions. Some of the more common kinds of slip, trip, and fall injuries that can occur include bruises, scrapes, broken bones or fractures, head injuries, joint dislocations, and spinal cord injuries. These injuries can lead to significant medical expenses or cause you to lose wages if you are unable to continue working or if you miss out on weeks or months of work while healing.

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Causes of Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents

Slip, trip, and fall accidents can happen under a wide range of circumstances, such as slipping on wet floors or tripping on uneven sidewalks. Other common causes of these types of accidents include torn carpets, holes, poor lighting, unsafe stairs, walkway obstructions, and uneven flooring. Property owners are expected to prevent these hazards from occurring or at least providing a warning about them, such as with signage for slippery floors. When a property owner’s failure to maintain a safe environment results in injuries, you should explore your options for being financially compensated.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I contact a slip and fall lawyer?

You should contact an attorney as soon as possible after your accident. Evidence such as surveillance footage, witness statements, and the hazardous condition that caused your fall may disappear quickly. At East Valley Injury Law, we immediately send a letter to the premises owner ensuring they preserve important evidence and protect your right to seek compensation

What should I do after a slip, trip, or fall accident?

Seek medical attention right away, even if your injuries seem minor. Report the accident to the property owner or manager, take photos of the hazardous condition and your injuries, gather witness contact information if possible, and avoid giving recorded statements to insurance companies before speaking with an attorney.

Can I recover compensation if I slipped on someone else's property?

If your injuries were caused by a property owner’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. This can include medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, rehabilitation costs, and other damages related to your accident.

How do I prove a property owner was negligent?

To pursue a premises liability claim, you generally must show that the property owner knew or reasonably should have known about the unreasonably dangerous condition and failed to repair it or provide adequate warning. Evidence such as photographs, maintenance records, surveillance footage, and witness statements can help support your claim.

How long do I have to file a slip and fall claim in Arizona?

In most cases, Arizona’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the date of the accident. Certain circumstances may affect this deadline, so it’s best to consult with a personal injury attorney as soon as possible.

What if I was partially at fault for my accident?

You may still be able to recover compensation under Arizona’s comparative negligence laws. If you were partially responsible for the accident, your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of fault rather than eliminated entirely. An experienced attorney can evaluate your case and explain how these laws apply to your situation. Contact East Valley Injury Law today.

East Valley Injury Law Will Fight for Your Claim!

The window to sue for damages that you are rightly entitled to is closing quickly! In addition, the deadlines and filing procedures are a confusing mess — designed to trip you up!

You need an experienced personal injury attorney on your side who knows how to navigate this complex law. Contact East Valley Injury Law immediately if you have been injured in an accident due to someone else’s negligence.

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