The term “slip and fall” is commonly used to describe a personal injury case where a slip (or trip) and fall results in injury and the property owner is found liable. Many victims choose to work with a Denver personal injury lawyer to establish the property owner is at fault.
Common Types of Slip and Fall Accidents
Some of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents in department stores include:
- Slippery marble or ceramic tile floors
- Wet floors
- Overcrowded store aisles
- Stairs with uneven or narrow treads
- Stairs with broken railings
- Sudden dips or drops in flooring elevation
- Ice and snow on sidewalks and parking lots
Even though slip and fall injuries happen every day, victims are often pressured by to “shake it off” and are often too embarrassed to report the accident.
What to Do if You Slip and Fall
Slip and fall accidents can be serious, according to the CDC, one in five falls causes serious injury, such as a broken bone or head injury. Time is of the essence for slip and fall claims.
If you slip and fall in a department store, the consequences could be serious, so act quickly and take the following steps:
- Receive immediate medical attention if required and document all injuries, pain, and follow up care.
- Report the fall to property management and ask for a copy of the incident report.
- Take photos of the scene and note the exact location of the incident.
- Talk to Witnesses
- Contact a Denver injury lawyer. In Colorado, there is a statute of limitations on all personal injury claims.
Department store management has a responsibility to keep you out of harm’s way while shopping. If you think they knowingly fail to do so you should contact a Denver personal injury attorney.
Working with a Denver Injury Lawyer for Your Slip and Fall Claim
Personal injury lawyers work with victims to build their case. In Colorado, slip and fall cases are notoriously difficult to win. To win a slip and fall case, you must:
- Establish why you were at the store and why you expected it to be a safe environment.
- Show that the department store didn’t provide a safe environment
- Prove that the hazard directly caused you to slip and fall
When to Contact a Denver Personal Injury Attorney
If you slipped and fell in a department store, you may be entitled to compensation. A Denver personal injury attorney will be able to evaluate your case and advise you of your rights. At Levine Law, we do not charge any fees or costs unless we win your personal injury case. If you think you may have a personal injury claim and want to know what your claim is worth, contact us to speak with an attorney about your case today.
