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Most Common Slip & Fall Injuries According to a Personal Injury Attorney in Tampa

A slip and fall accident can occur virtually anywhere, and for a multitude of reasons, including an individual’s absentmindedness. But not all fall downs are the fault of the person falling down; in fact, there is a short list of slip and fall accidents which commonly occur due to a property owner’s negligence. If an individual finds him or herself injured due to any of the following property deficiencies, that person should not hesitate to call and speak with a personal injury attorney in Tampa.

Railings left in disrepair. If a handrail or banister was loose or missing entirely, it is a property owner’s duty to see that the problem is corrected.

Uneven footpaths. If floor tiles were poorly lain, stairs were built unevenly, or the pavement on the property had cracked or lifted over time, the property owner may be liable for any accidents which occur in these locations.

Wet floors. If a floor had recently been polished, buffed, or mopped, the property owner should place “Slippery When Wet” notifications on or near to the area. Failing to mark a slippery surface could leave the property owner vulnerable to an injury suit.

Winter hazards. If a sidewalk has not been quickly and efficiently de-iced and/or shoveled following a snow storm, the property owner may be found negligent in the event of a fall down accident.

But let’s be clear: falling down due to any of the above circumstances does not necessarily entitle the injured person to damages. In a slip and fall situation, the person who fell down is also scrutinized. If the person was distracted, say, by a cell phone, this is a factor. If the person chose to ignore a sign warning of black ice, this is a factor. When investigating the case, a personal injury lawyer in Tampa will ask the question, “Would any reasonable person have fallen down and hurt himself in the same situation?” If the answer seems to be “yes,” then this may be a strong accident case.

If you have fallen down and injured yourself on someone else’s property, you should call and speak with a personal injury lawyer in Tampa as soon as possible. Your lawyer will investigate the accident, take photographs and video footage of the accident site, and interview any witnesses. Your lawyer will also help you deal with insurance companies. Just don’t hesitate for too long — in this type of accident case, time is of the essence.

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