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Premises Liability- Slip and Fall Cases

What Do I Need to Prove to Have a Successful Slip and Fall Case?

In order to be successful is a slip and fall case you must prove the following elements:

  • First, the victim must show that you have an injury.  In order to recover in a slip and fall case you must show that have damages (injuries).
  • Second, the victim must show causation.  Once the victim shows that they have been injured they must then prove that a dangerous condition on the property directly caused the fall and resulting injury.
  • Third, in order to successful in a slip and fall case you must demonstrate that the property owner actually knew, or reasonably should have known, about the dangerous condition, and: 1)  The property owner had the ability and opportunity to correct the problem or warn of its existence, 2) and – The property owner negligently failed to do so.

Another important factor in Slip and Fall cases depends on why you were on the property to begin with.  A busy owner owes a higher duty of care to his customers than a property owner who has a guest over.

What Damages am I Entitled to?

  • Medical care expenses for treatment related to the fall,
  • Wage Loss,
  • Pain and suffering damages (physical and mental suffering), and
  • Permanent Scarring

Premises liability laws are very complex.  It is essential to get adequate quality representation.  At The Law Offices of Mohamad H Bazzi PLLC, we are committed to representing clients aggressively and will fight for every dollar that you deserve. We understand how difficult it could be to go through a traumatic event. That is why we will stand by your side and fight on your behalf.


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Statute of Limitations

If you’ve been injured in a Slip and Fall Accident, you generally have three years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit against the negligent party for the injuries you sustained.