Slip And Fall Legal Questions

With information provided the best I can say is "maybe". Also, when assessing fault, a lawyer needs to evaluate how much fault might reasonably be assessed on not just the workers and their employer, but on the plaintiff as well. The at-fault party is only responsible to pay damages based on their percentage share of the fault. A lawyer will need to look at pictures of the condition, or at least the area to get an idea what the condition would have looked like. Factors will include whether there was an reasonable alternative pathway for pedestrians to get past the area, whether there was warning signs; whether it occurred in during day or night; what better way they could have accomplished this making reasonable accommodations for pedestrians; etc.  This is just a sample of the factors to be looked at.  As a lawyer litigating personal injury claims for over 28 years, I can tell you these issues take an quality lawyer to properly evaluate and develop. For that reason you should be very careful before hiring one of the mass advertising TV type firms who are handling your case along with the thousands of other cases they bring in. There are many fine lawyers in Florida and recommend you seek out assistance of such a lawyer.   ... Read More

I don't think so based on what you wrote.  If you were not named as a defendant in the case intially, and have not been added, then you are not being sued.  The person who owns the parking lot is being sued, and they might try to bring you into the case, saying that the reason the person slipped was your fault due to something you did wrong with the sealcoating.  But until you get served with a complaint, or an amended complaint with your company's name on in, you are not being sued.  The other attorney might have just copied you on the documents. ... Read More

If you were injured you may have a claim for your injuries.  It's important to start an investigation as soon as possible because liability will depend on whether or not K-mart had actual or constructive notice of the spill.  This is something that should be handled by an attorney as slip and fall claims are difficult to prove.... Read More

That seems like a case.  We need more information. We invite you to review our verdicts, our accolades and awards, and what clients have to say about us and give us a call for a free consultation where our lawyers will sit down with you personally.  John represents clients in Florida, Georgia and Alabama with passion and compassion and is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, which means the Florida Bar allows him to be called an expert.  Only a small percentage of lawyers are able to be called an expert in this area.  Give us a call at 904-444-4444 or email John at jmp@knowthelawyer.com.... Read More

We can potentially help.  Sorry this happened to you.  We handle cases like this in Georgia. We invite you to review our verdicts, our accolades and awards, and what clients have to say about us and give us a call for a free consultation where our lawyers will sit down with you personally.  John represents clients in Florida, Georgia and Alabama with passion and compassion and is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, which means the Florida Bar allows him to be called an expert.  Only a small percentage of lawyers are able to be called an expert in this area.  Give us a call at 904-444-4444 or email John at jmp@knowthelawyer.com.... Read More

You may have a case and we can potentially help.  It depends on the facts of the case. We invite you to review our verdicts, our accolades and awards, and what clients have to say about us and give us a call for a free consultation where our lawyers will sit down with you personally.  John represents clients in Florida, Georgia and Alabama with passion and compassion and is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, which means the Florida Bar allows him to be called an expert.  Only a small percentage of lawyers are able to be called an expert in this area.  Give us a call at 904-444-4444 or email John at jmp@knowthelawyer.com.... Read More

We can potentially help.  It depends on the facts of the case. We invite you to review our verdicts, our accolades and awards, and what clients have to say about us and give us a call for a free consultation where our lawyers will sit down with you personally.  John represents clients in Florida, Georgia and Alabama with passion and compassion and is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, which means the Florida Bar allows him to be called an expert.  Only a small percentage of lawyers are able to be called an expert in this area.  Give us a call at 904-444-4444 or email John at jmp@knowthelawyer.com.... Read More

What dangerous condition of the grocery store caused you to fall?  An owner of the store has a duty to keep the premises in a safe condition.  You would have to prove that the fall was caused by a dangerous condition (such as a substance of the floor) and that the owner new or should have known of that condition.  The latter is proved by lack of inspection procedures.  What caused you to fall?... Read More

There are a few more questions that would need to be answered in order to determine whether you have a good claim.  First is whether the hotel was negligent in failing to warn of or remove the hazard and this depends on how long it was there and whether they knew or should have known about it and therefore should have done something more than they did.  For instance, if the floor was wet, how long was it wet?  You may not know, but you would have to show that they had time to correct it and did nothing.  If they were not negligent, then they cannot be held liable for your injury.  The next question I would ask is how great are your damages.  That is, how badly were you injured?  If you were not hurt badly, then you will probably not receive very much money in lawsuit or settlement, so it may not be worth the effort and you would be unlikely to find a lawyer willing to take on your case.  However, if your injuries required medical treatment, it is much more likely that it is worth pursuing, depending on the extent of the injuries. This answer is given in accordance with the laws of Virginia and may not be applicable in any other state.  It should not be construed as legal advice, as that would require a more thorough analysis of all of the facts involved in a specific case.  If you need further information or assistance, please feel free to contact my office for a consultation. Case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case. Case results do not guarantee or predict a similar result in any future case.     ... Read More

We are sorry to hear about your accident. We certainly recommend that you get some additional follow-up medical care to fully understand the seriousness of your injury. We also recommend that you speak to experienced personal injury attorney to discuss your rights. We offer free no obligation consultations so please feel free to call us at 1-888-352-5298 thank you. ... Read More

This can be far more complicated than you realize. Please, Do not sign, or agree to anything and if not too late, do not give a statement to the insurance company until you consult with a qualified*  and experienced personal injury lawyer in your area.  When you meet/speak with a qualified lawyer, he/she will go over (1) fault and (2) your personal insurance issues.  Please understand, I don't have nearly enough information to give you adequate advice, but since you raised accepting their minimal offer, lets talk about #2, your insurance issues first. When you settle a case with the at-fault party you have a legal and contractual obligation to protect the interests of your own insurance company. What that entails, depends of your insurance is Medicare, Medicaid, or  private health insurance. If private insurance a lawyer would need to know if it is a fully funded employment policy under ERISA, or if it is a regular employment insurance plan. The reason is each of  these have different reimbursement provisions from the settlement proceeds. If you are now on Medicare, or expect to be an a few years, you may also have issues with future medical coverage.  As for liability: If the fall was caused by the negligence of the property owner, its employees and contractors, or any other person/business for that matter, you may be entitled for significant compensation for your loss, injury and damages, including past and future medical bills. By and large, insurance companies do not care at all about you and will take advantage of unrepresented people at every opportunity. Without  consulting an experienced personal injury lawyer you are looking for  trouble.  *Important: When consulting/hiring a personal injury lawyer, try to avoid the mass-advertising TV type lawyers. With the thousands of clients they generate from their multi-million dollar adds, do you think they will have time to give personal attention to your case? There are many well qualified and experienced personal injury lawyers throughout the  State.  If you have additional questions or  more information I am happy to respond.... Read More

First, the Statute of Limitations simply means you must file a law suit before the time period elapses (4 years for a typical negligence claim). The only relevance to hiring a new lawyer is the significant attorneys fees the former lawyer will seek out of the eventual recovery. Assuming he/she had the case for a few years they could be entitled to a significant percentage of the attorney fees generated in the case. That could make hiring a new lawyer very difficult. I don't know the circumstances of your claim, but if the lawyer is fired "for cause",  then he/she may not be entitled to claim a fee for the work they put into the case. Proving cause, is very difficult and the conduct would have to be egregious. (technically the former attorney's fee comes from the client's share of proceeds, but most lawyers agree to take it out of their percentage. That is something you need to raise with any lawyer you speak with. If you are unhappy with your lawyer, I strongly suggest you consult with another qualified lawyer in your area. Only from a detailed conversation can the other lawyer understand what the fact are and whether to assume a case that has been ongoing for so long.... Read More

I am so sorry to hear about your fall. I am not sure why other attorneys will not take your case given it has been 30 days since the accident. The only issue I could see is if you have not been actively seeking medical treatment therefore creating a long gap in treatment. Also, it's important to know if you have been speaking to anyone from this company or have signed anything that could potentially harm your case. Without knowing additional facts, I cannot accurately say why people are turning your case down. I practice personal injury law in Decatur and have handled a lot of similar slip and fall cases. First, you need to make sure that you get the medical attention you need to address the injury to your knee. See your regular doctor or medical provider, if you have one. If you do not medical insurance, an attorney may be able to help you see a doctor anyway. For example, I have relationships with several local doctors and have been able to arrange for my clients to obtain medical treatment at no cost to them. Knee injuries can be complicated and costly, so getting prompt medical attention should be your first priority. Second, I would encourage you to continue speaking with attorneys about your case. Any good personal injury attorney will be willing to have an initial meeting with you – for free. If proved to be negligent, this company may be willing to pay for any ongoing medical bills. You may also have claims for pain and suffering or lost wages if the injury has kept you out of work, or both. An experienced attorney will be able to tell you how to proceed to protect your rights. If you have any more questions, please call me at- 404-939-1485. Good luck, and I hope you feel better soon. Regards, Aaron Marks404-939-1485-- Aaron Marks, Esq.The Marks Law Group, LLC309 Sycamore StreetDecatur, Georgia  30030www.markslawgroup.comwww.medicaltransportlawyer.comaaron@markslawgroup.com404-939-1485 (ph)404-581-5902 (fx)   ... Read More

You should definitely alert Circle K to the situation if you have not already.  Most commercial liability policies will have a Medical Payments provision that will pay for your medical expenses, up to a certain amount (usually $5,000.00) if you are injured on their premises.  Beyond that, Circle K may have some additional liability if there was a dangerous condition on their property that they knew, or should have known, about.  Depending on the severity of your wife's injuries, it may be worthwhile for you to pursue.... Read More