Dillon Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer
While slipping and falling may remind you more of the playground than a serious accident, slip and fall accidents are some of the most common and the most dangerous accidents, and the danger is amplified when they happen from heights, such as on stairways. If you slip and fall as a result of a property owner or manager’s negligence, you need the professional legal counsel of an experienced Dillon slip and fall accident lawyer on your side.
The Elements of Your Slip and Fall Accident Claim
In order to bring a successful slip and fall accident claim in South Carolina, the following elements must apply:
- You were an invited guest of the commercial property, which means that you were a customer, visitor, or client – rather than someone who was trespassing – and as such, the owner or manager owed you a duty of care.
- The owner or manager of the commercial property failed to live up to their responsibility to your safety by failing to do what other reasonable owners or managers would have done under similar circumstances.
- The owner or manager’s breached duty of care was the direct cause of your slip and fall accident.
- You suffered losses that the law recognizes.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Every slip and fall accident claim is unique to the circumstances involved, but most are caused by hazards like the following:
- Uneven or otherwise poorly maintained outdoor walkways
- Awkward transitions from room to room or from the outside to the inside
- Inadequate lighting
- Cramped corridors, aisles, or walkways
- Overly slippery flooring, such as highly polished marble
- Torn, bunched, frayed, or otherwise badly worn flooring
- Poorly maintained escalators
- Poorly designed, constructed, or maintained stairwells
- Spills that aren’t cleared away in a reasonable amount of time
Your Injuries
The injuries you can suffer in a slip and fall accident are considerable and include all the following:
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Broken bones
- Spinal cord injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
- Cuts, bruises, and abrasions
- Internal injuries
The sooner you seek the medical attention you need, the better. With early diagnosis come improved health outcomes.
Your Physical, Financial, and Emotional Losses
In the aftermath of a slip and fall accident, you can experience serious physical, financial, and emotional losses that include all the following:
- Extensive medical bills
- Lost earnings that include diminished earning potential
- Considerable physical and emotional pain and suffering
In support of your complete compensation, your esteemed slip and fall accident attorney will carefully assess your damages to help ensure that they are all well represented.
Discuss Your Claim with an Experienced Dillon Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer Today
If you slip and fall as a result of a property owner or manager’s negligence, Leary McKenzie at McKenzie Law Firm in Dillon, South Carolina, appreciates the gravity of your situation and is well-positioned and well-prepared to help you recover compensation for your full range of losses – in support of your most complete recovery. Your claim is important, so please don’t delay contacting us online or calling us at 843-627-4235 for more information today.