Slip and fall injuries can happen anywhere.  In a city like Austin, with an active pedestrian culture, walking can take up a significant part of your day.  Whether you walk recreationally, for exercise, while running errands, or on the job, at some point you may experience a slip, trip, or fall.

Over 300,000 people suffer disabling injuries from slips and falls each year in the United States.  You may be surprised to learn that slip and fall accidents cause nearly 12,000 deaths every year, ranking second only to fatalities from automobile accidents.  Common causes of slip and fall injuries include misplaced or fallen objects, uneven or unstable surfaces, slippery surfaces, unexpected changes in elevation, improper handrails, or poor lighting.

A slip and fall accident is defined as a fall on another person’s property due to the negligence of the property owner or occupier.  A property owner is responsible for maintaining their property and installing adequate warning signs before any existing hazards. When the owner should have been aware of the hazard or has ignored a dangerous situation on their property, you may have the right to compensation for your resulting injury.

Before you assume the blame for your slip and fall accident, there are several important questions you can ask yourself to help determine if the property owner could be responsible:

1.      Did the property owner have time to become aware of the hazard?

2.      Was there inadequate warning before the hazard?

3.      Was there inadequate lighting around the hazard?

4.      Could the hazard have been safely and conveniently moved elsewhere?

5.      Is the area not maintained regularly?

6.      Were you in the area for a valid reason?

7.      Were you paying attention at the time of your fall?

8.      Could a reasonable person not avoid the fall under similar circumstances?

If you have experienced a slip and fall accident and answered “yes” to any of these questions, you should contact the McMinn Law Firm as soon as possible.  Our attorneys understand how severe slip and fall injuries can be, and we seek to ease your suffering by giving you financial security after your accident. 

When you allow McMinn Law Firm to handle your case, you can focus on healing while we handle all of the necessary documentation, such as witness statements, medical records, and police statements.  Our team can evaluate your case and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.