Seeking Compensation After A Chicago Slip-And-Fall Accident
Last updated on September 13, 2024
Stores and property owners have a responsibility to provide a safe environment for customers and other visitors. They need to do proper maintenance and upkeep, identify risks and take steps to keep people safe. Examples include installing railings on dangerous edges, putting up wet-floor signs, fixing dangerous defects promptly and ensuring that visitors have adequate lighting. After all, falls are the biggest hazard visitors face over the course of a trip. Every year, 37.3 million people suffer injuries in falls, and they are the second-leading cause of death – especially for older age brackets.
At Flanagan Injury Law Group, LLC, you’ll find the experienced legal guidance you need after a serious slip-and-fall accident. A Chicago, Illinois native himself, attorney L. Michael Flanagan has a track record of success, both at his own firm and when he worked for two of the biggest personal injury firms in the state. He has recovered hundreds of thousands of dollars for his clients, and he has been named repeatedly to the prestigious Super Lawyers Rising Stars list. You don’t have to do this alone. Experienced and time-tested guidance from a lawyer can help you seek the compensation you deserve. Mr. Flanagan also offers free consultations.
What Are The Leading Causes Of Falls In Chicago?
Falls happen every day in Chicago. They can be caused by problematic freeze-thaw cycles during the winter months, leading to icy walkways and snowy sidewalks – that some property owners may not clear promptly. Falls often happen on wet floors, which could be due to poor maintenance and upkeep. Older buildings can create hazards for visitors, such as clutter and trip hazards or poor lighting.
Business owners are typically liable if they knew about the hazard or should have known about it, but did not correct that hazard in a reasonable amount of time. A business owner may claim they did not know the hazard existed in the first place, but they may still be negligent – and therefore responsible – if the condition lasted long enough that a reasonable person should have discovered it.
Common Injuries And Compensation
Slip-and-fall accidents can lead to serious injuries, such as:
- Broken bones
- Skull fractures
- Concussions
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) and other back injuries
- Knee or ankle injuries
- Cuts and lacerations
- Internal bleeding
Injured parties can seek compensation for costs that stem directly from the accident, such as emergency medical bills, lost wages, long-term health care needs, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, loss of consortium and more.
Contact Us Now
If you have suffered an injury in a slip-and-fall accident in Chicago, get in touch with an experienced lawyer today by using the online contact form or dialing 773-789-5870. Free initial consultations.