Slip and Fall Accidents – Frequently Asked Questions

What Can You Win When You Bring a Slip and Fall Claim?

When you bring a slip and fall claim, here are the damages that you can win:

• Emergency medical bills, urgent care
• Compensation for all kinds of medical care including physical therapy and mental health care
• Costs of travel to each medical appointment
• Short-term lost income; long term career changes
• Property damages
• Mental health injuries
• Pain and suffering
• Compensation for things you’re no longer able to do because of your injuries

There is no set amount for each victim. Instead, the victim can ask for the damages that they sustained in their slip and fall accident. The purpose of compensation is to make the victim whole for their damages. Our Henderson lawyers will help to identify each loss and bring the most comprehensive claim for your injuries.

What Are Common Causes of Slip and Falls?

There are several situations that could lead to a slip and fall accident. Damaged walkways, driveways or sidewalks, unmarked danger zones, slippery surfaces, uneven flooring, broken handrails, inadequate lighting, clutter or debris in a walkway, unmaintained stairways and uncleaned spills could all result in a slip and fall. If you’re injured because a property or business owner neglected to provide a safe environment, you may be able to collect compensation through a slip and fall claim.

What Is The Process of Filing a Slip and Fall Case?

Filing a slip and fall case requires drafting certain legal documents. A summons is a notice to the other party that there is a claim against them. We can help you identify the appropriate party to name in your summons.The complaint details the facts of the case and what kind of case you have. Then, it must go to the court with jurisdiction over the case. In order to make your filing complete, you have to serve the other party with notice of the slip and fall case. It may seem overwhelming, but our attorneys can handle every step on your behalf.

How Long Does a Slip and Fall Claim Take?

A slip and fall case timeline varies based on many factors. When liability is clear and the other side can pay the claim, it can be resolved in a matter of weeks. When a case is complex, it might take 18 months or longer to resolve. However, when you work with our Henderson slip and fall attorneys, we can help you shorten the time to process your case.Getting the best result for our clients means working diligently and quickly. Many times, we find that building a strong case is the best way to reach a fair settlement without the time and expense of taking each case to trial. But remember, each case is unique.

Does Henderson Have Laws that Protect Slip and Fall Accident Victims?

Yes, Henderson has laws that protect slip and fall accident victims. The laws give the victim the right to claim compensation when the accident occurs because of negligence. Negligence is a lower legal standard than intentional actions. It just means not acting as carefully as a reasonable person would have in the same situation. Henderson laws protect accident victims by placing the burden on the person who causes the accident to compensate the victim for their losses.

Is It Important to Call an Attorney Right Away After a Slip and Fall Accident?

The sooner you call an attorney after a slip and fall accident, the faster they can get to work to preserve evidence. The attorney can examine the accident location in order to take photos and look at damaged structures. In addition, the faster they can begin working on the case, the better chance they have to identify witnesses and get complete statements. When you hire our Henderson slip and fall attorneys, we get to work the same day.