Slip and Fall Attorneys

It can be difficult to prove negligence in a premises liability suit. The test is whether the property is reasonably safe for its intended use. To hold the property owner responsible for personal injuries sustained in a “slip & fall,” which range from broken bones to the immediate and long-term ramifications of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or spinal cord injury (SCI), the injured party must prove the existence of a dangerous condition; that the owner knew or should have known of its existence; and that the dangerous condition had existed for such a period of time that the owner should have discovered it in time to remedy it.

If by no fault of your own you were seriously injured on someone else’s property, you need the experienced premises liability attorneys at Trantolo & Trantolo to help you navigate this complicated area of the law. Contact a premises liability lawyer today.

A slip and fall case arises when a property owner does not take the necessary steps to keep his or her property safe, and someone gets hurt as a result. Slip and fall cases are often tricky because they can be hard to prove. The experienced premises liability lawyers at Trantolo & Trantolo know how to handle your slip and fall case to get you the compensation you deserve.

If you suffered an injury in a slip and fall accident, we may be able to get you a settlement to compensate for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, scarring and other losses. Proving the monetary value of your pain and suffering is often the most complex part of a slip and fall case. Insurance companies place a low value on pain and suffering and they will offer you a much lower settlement than you deserve. This is where the experienced CT personal injury attorneys at Trantolo & Trantolo can help you get the highest settlement possible. We know how to negotiate with the insurance company to ensure you get what you deserve for your pain and suffering.

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If you are injured in a slip and fall accident while at work, you are usually entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. You do not need to prove that your injury was your employer’s fault. You only need to show that you were acting within the scope of your employment when the slip and fall accident occurred. If a subcontractor caused your injury, you might be able to file a third-party claim as well.

Slip and fall injuries often occur on commercial properties like grocery stores, restaurants, bars, department stores, malls, and other stores. The law imposes stricter safety standards on commercial property owners than private property owners. This is because commercial property owners make a profit by inviting members of the public onto their premises. Commercial property owners usually purchase insurance to compensate victims of slip and fall accidents. Our CT personal injury attorneys have years of experience negotiating with insurance companies to get a fair settlement for slip and fall victims.

The grocery store is a common source of slip and fall accidents. Countless shoppers enter the grocery store on any given day. Liquid spills and small objects throughout the store create a risk that some shoppers may fall and suffer an injury. Like any other commercial property, grocery stores must be free of any foreseeable dangers. If there is a foreseeably dangerous condition and someone is hurt as a result, the store can be legally responsible for the resulting injuries.

In a slip and fall case, the victim has the burden of proving their claim. Therefore, it is crucial to take specific steps to help your case. After a slip and fall accident at the grocery store, you should:

1. Alert the store manager immediately. The manager should fill out an incident report and provide you with a copy.
2. Take photographs and videos of the scene. Even though grocery stores usually have security cameras that may have captured the accident, it is helpful for your claim to show the scene from your point of view.
3. Ask the manager for the store’s insurance information. For large grocery stores, ask for information about the corporate headquarters. For small grocery stores, ask for the owner’s contact information.
4. Keep a record of any expenses related to your accident. These could include medical bills, lost wages at work, and other losses. Your CT slip and fall attorney will use this information to negotiate your settlement.

Government properties include areas such as public parks and city sidewalks. Slip and fall accidents on government properties are often harder to prove than those on private or commercial properties. The government enjoys more legal protection than the average property owner when it comes to slip and fall claims. The unique laws that govern these cases can make it more challenging to get compensation for your injuries. For example, in some cases, the government must know about the dangerous condition to be legally responsible for your injuries. On the other hand, a private landowner generally does not need to know about the danger to be held responsible. To further complicate things, the government usually has some immunity from lawsuits, making it even more challenging to hold them liable for slip and falls. This is where the experienced attorneys at Trantolo & Trantolo can help. We understand the complex laws that apply to slip and fall accidents on government property and can help you get the settlement you deserve.

At Trantolo & Trantolo, our legal fee is a standard contingency fee equal to ⅓ of your settlement award. We cover any upfront costs associated with investigating your claim and proving your case, such as gathering medical records. We do not charge you any fees unless we successfully recover a settlement for you.

If you suffered an injury in a slip and fall accident, you should contact a skilled premises liability lawyer. For a free, no-obligation consultation, please fill out our online contact form or call us any time at 1-844-999-9999.