Slip/Trip-and-Fall Law Firm in Lakeland, FL

Slip-and-fall injuries can range from broken bones to traumatic brain injuries. Many of them require lengthy recovery periods, causing you to be unable to work for a length of time. If the slip-and-fall accident was the result of negligence on the part of a property owner, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills and lost wages.

 

The Pansler Law Firm can help those in the Lakeland, FL area who have been victims of slip-and-fall accidents. Let us put our vast experience and knowledge of this area of personal injury law to work for you.

Why Choose Us?

You can bet the landlord or property management company in charge of the property in question will fight hard, pulling out all the stops to prevent taking responsibility and paying out any claims. Make sure you have a skilled and experienced attorney on your side. The Pansler Law Firm will make sure you have an entire team of them.

What Causes Slip-and-Falls?

When trying to establish liability under the law, negligence on the part of the property owner must be shown. The following can all be causes of slip-and-fall accidents:

  • Wet, Greasy, or Waxed Flooring
  • Rainy, Snowy, or Icy Conditions
  • No “Wet Floor” Warning Signs Displayed
  • Unsafe Parking Lots
  • Cracked or Broken Curbing
  • Uneven Ground
  • Loose Carpeting
  • Exposed Electrical Cords and/or Wires
  • Unsafe Stairways
  • Inadequate Lighting

If it can be established that the property owner knew about any issues and failed to address them in a timely manner, liability can be established under the law.

Slip-and-Fall Checklist

If you’re ever a victim of a slip-and-fall accident, there are some things you can do that will immensely help any legal liability case.

 

  • Be sure to notify the proper authorities of the accident. For example, notify your HR head if you slip on the job. If you slipped and fell at the supermarket, let the manager know. Be sure to let the police know if it’s an emergency situation.
  • Take photographs of the area as soon as possible, before any cleanup or repairs can be done.
  • If video surveillance is available of the area, ask for a copy of it.
  • Take the names and contact information of any witnesses to the incident.
  • Even if you don’t feel any immediate injuries, go and get yourself checked out by a doctor, as internal injuries may not be detectable by the naked eye.
  • Make copies of any important paperwork, such as accident reports, witness statements, and medical records.
  • Keep the clothing and footwear you had on when the accident occurred and don’t wash them, especially if the slip resulted from a wet or greasy floor.
  • Contact the insurance company of the property owner to begin the claims process.
  • Do not admit any fault to anyone, nor give any recorded statements to anyone regarding the incident.
  • Finally, and most importantly, contact a good personal injury law firm that’s experienced with slip-and-fall cases.

Request a Consultation

The Pansler Law Firm is the law firm to call if you’ve been involved in a slip-and-fall accident in the Lakeland, FL area. Not only do we provide strong legal representation throughout the process, but we also offer personalized service throughout. If you have any questions or concerns along the way, we’ll address them right then and there. It’s our job to advocate for you. Get in touch with our Lakeland-based firm today for a consultation regarding your case.