If a property in Roswell contains cluttered floors, someone can trip and fall at any time. A simple fall can lead to painful and costly injuries. If you or a loved one were injured in this way, talk to a Roswell cluttered walking spaces lawyer for help.
Property owners have a legal duty to keep their spaces safe. Unfortunately, too many owners or employees leave objects in hazardous areas. Tripping and falling on clutter can become a huge liability. Our lawyers can help you seek compensation for a trip and fall accident.
John Foy & Associates has been helping slip and fall victims for over 20 years. We know what it takes to win cases, and we don’t collect a fee unless we win your case.
To learn more about your rights, call (404) 341-6447 or contact us online for a free consultation.
Common Trip and Fall Injuries
Trip and fall injuries can vary from minor to severe. But an unexpected fall is often much worse than people realize. After tripping on cluttered walking spaces, victims can suffer from:
- Strains and sprains
- Broken wrists, arms, hands, or hips
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Severe cuts or bruising
- Whiplash
The severity of injuries can depend on several factors. For example, elderly adults or those with preexisting conditions are more likely to suffer severe injuries. The nature of the fall and whether or not you fall on anything can also affect the severity of the injury.
Sometimes, a victim can fall in a way that causes sudden and severe injuries. No matter the damage, you shouldn’t have to pay for a fall that wasn’t your fault.
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Recover Your Costs After a Trip and Fall
According to the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA) §51-3-1, property owners must keep their “premises and approaches safe.” If that doesn’t happen, slip or trip and fall accidents can happen. If you were injured in this way, you might be entitled to financial compensation.
You can typically seek compensation through an insurance claim or lawsuit. Damages you might claim include:
- The costs of medical treatment for your injuries
- Ongoing or future medical bills
- Lost wages from missed work time
- Loss of earning capacity if you cannot work as much as before
- Property damage from the fall
- Pain and suffering damages for your emotional losses
Trip and fall accidents can have serious consequences. Medical bills can pile up quickly, even for seemingly minor injuries. You might also need to miss significant work or quit your job because of your injuries. An accident can also affect you in emotional ways long-term.
A premises liability claim can help you recover these costs. However, you will need to build a strong claim first. Thankfully, a Roswell trip and fall lawyer can help.
Talk to John Foy & Associates today about the compensation you deserve. We can review your case during a FREE consultation. To get your case review today, call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online.
How a Lawyer Can Help Your Case
Cluttered walkways can lead to serious injuries and damage. If you were injured through no fault of your own, an experienced lawyer can help.
Injury victims with an attorney are more likely to win a fair financial recovery. That’s because a lawyer can help with:
- Reviewing your case and determining your legal rights
- Determining who is at fault for your trip and fall accident
- Answering any questions you have about the claims process
- Gathering evidence from your fall and your injuries
- Calculating your total personal injury damages
- Communicating and negotiating with the insurance company
- Helping you take the case to court if it’s necessary
Property owners will usually deny responsibility for a fall. They will try to blame you or claim you could have avoided the trip and fall. The property owner’s insurance company will also look for ways to undermine your claim.
Our lawyers know what it takes to protect our clients. Our founder, John Foy, is the “Strong Arm” for a reason. We are not afraid to stand up to the insurance company and fight for your legal rights.
Trip and Fall Hazards in Roswell
A property can be dangerous in many ways. Property owners and businesses must watch for hazards at all times. If a risky situation presents itself, the owner or company should clean it up quickly.
Here are some examples of trip and fall clutter hazards:
- Fallen merchandise
- Cluttered items left in store walkways
- Floor displays in aisles
- Large items
Cluttered walkways are just one example of trip and fall hazards. Curled up carpeting, wet floors, and loose floorboards are also common. Poor lighting and other situations can also increase the risk of a fall.
If the property owner or business was negligent in your fall, you have rights. You may have a premises liability case. Talk to a lawyer today about fighting for the compensation you deserve.
Common Trip and Fall Locations
Walkways can become cluttered on any property type. We have worked on cases that happened at places like:
- Grocery stores
- Department or retail stores
- Movie theaters
- Hotels
- Malls and shopping centers
- Big box stores
- Private properties
- Sidewalks or parking lots
Owners must be diligent to avoid trips and falls at all times. If you fell, talk to a lawyer before assuming fault. You can also help build your case through actions like:
- Taking pictures of the cluttered walkway hazards
- Photographing your injuries
- Reporting the trip and fall accident to the property owner or manager
- Getting the names and contact information of eyewitnesses
- Seeing a doctor as soon as possible for your injuries
Some trip and fall injuries take time to show up. Even if you feel okay, go to a doctor for a physical. A doctor can help uncover underlying issues. Plus, it will help your claim by showing that you sought medical treatment immediately.
Talk to a Roswell Trip and Fall Accident Lawyer Today
After a trip and fall on someone’s property, call an experienced lawyer. John Foy & Associates can provide the legal help you need and at no risk to you.
Our lawyers have over 20 years of experience helping accident victims. We do not get paid unless you win your case. We also treat each case with the utmost compassion and knowledge.
To discuss your case during a FREE consultation, call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online. We are available 24/7 to take your call.
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