Slip and Fall Attorney
Are You Suffering
From a Fall Injury?
A slip and fall accident can cause injuries in the arms, legs, back, and head, depending on the surface and how you fell. Under the law, the property or business owner is responsible for keeping their property reasonably safe for other people. Homeowners are also responsible for the safety of their guests. This duty of safety is known as premises liability.
In a fall case, the attorney must prove the client's injury was a direct result of the responsible party's failure to address hazards or properly notify people of potential dangers. Proving negligence in a personal injury case can be difficult. Having our personal injury lawyers represent your Chicago slip and fall case can help you obtain compensation that can help with medical bills, loss of income, and more.
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Samantha Flanzer
2021
I had an outstanding experience with the Elman Joseph Law Group! They are extremely professional and knowledgable attorneys. I highly recommend!!
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2020
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View on GoogleCauses of Slip and Fall Accidents
When reviewing your case, our attorneys will investigate if there were dangerous conditions on the property where you sustained your injury. If one of these conditions was involved in your injury, it may be an indication that you have a slip and fall claim:
Grease, water, and other liquids not cleaned off the floor create a safety hazard, as does ice. If floors or walkways are slippery, the property owner is failing their duty to provide a safe environment. Loose or uneven flooring can also cause people to slip and fall.
If a walkway or area of a building is unsafe, the property owner has a duty to warn others about the danger.
Inadequate warnings about potential dangers can be considered negligence on the part of the owner.
Inadequate warnings about potential dangers can be considered negligence on the part of the owner.
Exposed wires, cables, and cords lying on the floor can easily cause someone to trip and fall. Other obstructions like parking lot curbs and low walls can also be hazardous.
Ideally, every room inside a home or business has a light in it. Lack of proper lighting around pathways, stairways, and ledges can increase the risk of fall injuries.
Why Hire Injury Lawyers For a Slip and Fall Accident?
We Can Prove Negligence
In order to have a slip and fall case, the plaintiff must prove negligence on the part of the property owner.
Our lawyers can gather eyewitness testimony, photos, and any surveillance video of the property where you sustained an injury. We can also see if the owner or business has any previous violations for not maintaining the property or for failing to meet safety standards.
Take On Insurance
If you're contacted by a claims adjuster or another attorney, do not speak to them. Insurance companies are out to protect their own interests, not yours. Even if the property owner offers a settlement or to pay your medical bills, let our attorneys speak on your behalf. They may be short changing you on what your final compensation could be if you had legal help. Or they may use your words against you and argue that you deserve no compensation.
What to Do If You Have a Fall Case
See a Doctor
A report from a medical professional detailing your injuries can be used as evidence in your Chicago slip and fall case. It is important to get the opinion of a doctor as soon as possible after your injury, even if you believe your injury is not that serious.
Preserve Evidence
If you have photos and videos of your fall and what happened afterward, be sure to save them on cloud storage if you can. That way, if your phone or computer dies, you won't lose crucial pieces of evidence. Save the names and contact information of anyone who may have witnessed your injury.
Contact Us
Filing a personal injury claim and recovering from an injury can be difficult to juggle at the same time. Why not let our Chicago injury attorneys handle your claim while you focus on healing and moving forward in your life?
The Elman Joseph Samples Law Group will meet deadlines and defend you from attorneys, insurance companies, and anyone else who may have a reason to stop you from advancing your injury claim.
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Raphael Marczak
2022
I started working with Robert (lead attorney) a couple years back when he decided to take my case. The first 2 lawyers I went through told me they couldn’t do anything because of the complexity and nature of my accident. Robert and his team have been ABSOLUTELY AWESOME. He worked on my case immediately and told my what my options were and what the team can try. To say I’m satisfied with the result is an understatement. Due to the circumstances I was pretty sure I wasn't going to win any compensation due to some SERIOUSLY FLAWED Illinois laws but ROBERT DID IT! If you need things done efficiently and quickly please give Robert and his team a call. You won’t regret it.
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2020
The Elman Law Firm is a top-notch group of attorneys. They will answer any questions you have and you never feel as though you are irritating them. What is superb is the owner will reach out to you even on his vacation. Now find a lawyer with that type of professionalism. They make you feel as though you are their only customer. This firm operated with the highest standards with outstanding results. I recommend Elman Law Group if you’re looking for honesty, updates on your case and a lawyer office filled with superior talents that get the job done. You can’t go wrong with the Elman Law Firm. Trust and believe they are excellent.
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