Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents – Commercial and residential property owners in California are expected to maintain their property in a reasonably safe condition and to warn people about any known hazards that exist. Failure to do so can make them liable for injuries.
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A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere but a greater risk of injury exists in commercial, business, and public establishments where there is high foot traffic and a multitude of products and displays. Common causes of slip and falls include:
- Liquid spills on the floor
- Waxed or polished surfaces, sticky substances
- Merchandise falling from shelves
- Cluttered aisles
- Faulty staircases, ramps, doors, elevators, or escalators
- Icy sidewalks or entryways
- Errant floor mats
- Frayed and torn carpeting
- Unsafe parking lots – Inadequate security, poor lighting, raised concrete or uneven surfaces
- Exposed wires or cables
- Negligent security
- Sharp shelf edges
What Do I Do After A Slip And Fall Injury?
It goes without saying that an accident like a Slip and Fall injury can take you by surprise. It is not the type of accident that you can see coming. In many cases it catches you off guard and it may take you a while to gather yourself. You may to want to jump up, dust yourself off and walk away as though nothing happened, this is especially the case when there are possible onlookers. It is important to understand that the accident IS NOT and WAS NOT your fault and you have nothing to be ashamed of. Rushing out of the location where the incident took place is never a good idea. You want to not only get your sense and balance together, you also need to be careful with quick movements and motions as you will not know the extent of your injuries at that very moment. So what do you do?
- Take a deep breath and wait for help
- Get medical attention as soon as you are able to, especially the same day as your injury if possible.
- Speak to management at the location and be sure to fill out an accident or injury report, these will have different names depending on the establishment.
- Be sure to record the contact information of any managers, associates, and witnesses for future reference.
- You likely have a cell phone that is glued to your pocket or purse, be sure to record video and images of the incident, location, and surroundings.
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A Duty To Safety
Regardless of where you are or what your purpose is for being there, any establishment that you enter or are in front of has a duty to provide a safe environment for you lest they be liable for any injuries you sustain on their premises. Proving that they violated their duty to safety is easier said than done and that is particularly why is vital that you have an experienced Los Angeles Personal Injury Attorney immediately.
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