Many people do not realize that serious injuries can result from slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accidents. These accidents have caused serious head, neck, and spine injuries, paralysis, and in the worst cases, fatalities. If you or a loved one has been injured in such an accident, it is important to retain the counsel of a knowledgeable law firm as soon as possible. With the assistance of a skilled Orange County slip and fall lawyer, a claim for compensation for the injuries and other damages can be made. At The Law Offices of Joseph M. Tosti, our legal team has helped countless individuals get fair and full compensation in personal injury cases over the past three decades.
Are You Eligible To Make A Claim?
The owners and operators of a store, public building, or another property have a responsibility to keep their premises clean and free of any possible hazards that could injure visitors and patrons. When they fail to prevent accidents on their property, an owner can be held liable through a personal injury claim. If you have suffered one of these accidents, you have a right to be compensated for the damages you have suffered. Sprained and badly bruised shoulders, elbows, hands, or fractured bones are not uncommon in such accidents. At The Law Offices of Joseph M. Tosti, our legal team has successfully gotten judgments, verdicts, and settlements in thousands of personal injury cases since 1980. With over 30 years of experience fighting for clients, you can rest assured that our legal team will have your best interests as our top priority.
Proving Negligence in a Slip & Fall Case
When you suffer injuries in a slip and fall accident, it is important to determine if negligence played a role. Property owners or occupiers are negligent when they fail to prevent accidents and injuries on their premises. In order to successfully make a claim, you must be able to prove that:
- The property owner had a duty of care towards you as a visitor or customer.
- The property owner breached that duty by failing to maintain safe conditions or failing to warn of potential hazards.
- The breach of duty directly caused your slip and fall accident and resulting injuries.
- You suffered damages as a result of the accident, such as medical expenses, lost wages, or pain and suffering.
Our experienced slip and fall lawyers at The Law Offices of Joseph M. Tosti, APC have a deep understanding of California premises liability laws. As a result of our investigations, evidence gathering, and strong argument-building, we will be able to prove negligence for you. Contact our Irvine slip and fall lawyers today to discuss your case and learn more about your legal options.
Contact Our Irvine Slip & Fall Lawyers
Whether indoors or outdoors, there can sometimes exist a danger of slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall accidents. If you have had such an accident, documenting the accident is extremely important. Getting medical assistance is always the first step. Contacting The Law Offices of Joseph M. Tosti as quickly as possible may be crucial in your claim for damages, as it may be necessary to send out a safety engineer to the location in order to photograph the area as documentation in your case. If you have the ability, take pictures of the area with your cell phone and get the names, addresses, and phone numbers of any witnesses to the accident.
Don't accept any settlement offered by a manager, as until your injuries are fully evaluated and you have legal representation it is not recommended that you make any agreements with the owners of the property. At The Law Offices of Joseph M. Tosti, a free evaluation of your case is offered. Contact our firm as quickly as possible after your accident to protect your rights with our slip and fall attorneys in Orange County.