Slip and Fall Accidents

Written by Adam Peck Category: Slip and Fall Accidents February 7th, 2017 2 min read

There are thousands of slip and fall accident claims each year. Although sometimes the person involved in the ‘accident’ is at fault, most of the time they are not. Slips and falls are a result of hazards that may be overlooked by an owner or their employees.

It’s important to know the types of slips and falls so that if you were involved in an accident you could know the best course of action to take.

Types of Slip and Fall Accidents

There are many types of slip and fall accidents including:

Floors that are slippery
Damaged ground
Slippery or damaged mats
Not enough lighting, primarily in the stairwell
Messy flooring / products causing a tripping hazard

A slip and fall ‘accident’ usually isn’t an accident at all as the owner is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment. When the slip or fall does occur and there isn’t proper signage / a safe environment, the owner will be at fault.

Dangerous Conditions

In order to prove fault of the owner / responsible party you must prove that the slip or fall was a result of dangerous conditions. Here are a few types of dangerous conditions to look for:

Object you slipped on or fell on was known about by the owner
Many people have been injured on the premises
Property isn’t regularly cleaned or repaired
There was no good reason for the object to be placed there
There were no signs or barriers to warn visitors of the business
The lighting was broken or dark

Were you involved in a slip and fall accident?

If so you are not alone. The Peck Law Group slip and fall accident attorneys in Los Angeles and throughout California can help you brings those responsible to justice. Please call (866) 999-9085 today for your free case evaluation or use the contact form on our website.

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Written by Adam Peck

Expertise: Personal Injury

Adam J. Peck, ESQ is a principal with Peck Law Group, APC. In 2008, Mr. Adam Peck received his Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. His practice is primarily dedicated to representing Elders, Dependent Adults, along with their loved ones and family members, who have suffered horrific personal injuries.