When Your Fall Leads To A Serious Injury

Slip and falls can happen instantly and cause confusion, embarrassment and serious injuries. You may also face expensive medical bills, lost wages and extended recovery times. Our experienced lawyers can help you determine the cause of your slip or fall and if you have a case against the owner of the place where you fell or any other negligent parties. If your fall could have been prevented and resulted from someone else’s negligence, we can help you pursue compensation for your injuries.

Our attorneys at Kilpatrick & Philley have years of experience representing clients in personal injury actions. We know the process inside and out and aggressively pursue action, whether in the courtroom or settling with insurance companies. We help clients across Mississippi, including the Ridgeland and Jackson areas. When you work with us, you can rest assured that you will have someone to fight for the compensation you need.

We Take Slip And Falls Seriously

Various conditions can cause slip-and-fall accidents. From slipping in the rain, tripping on debris in the aisle of a supermarket or tripping on a crack in a sidewalk, hundreds of potential hazards could cause a fall.

Injuries from slip-and-fall accidents range from broken bones to traumatic brain injuries. Serious injuries can take a long time to heal and may require ongoing and expensive medical care. When you file a personal injury claim after a slip and fall, you may be able to recover compensation for the time and money you lost because of the accident.

Some common slip and fall causes include:

• Wet floors
• Debris or items in the walkway
• Poor lighting
• Ice or rain
• Poor maintenance
• Poorly maintained stairs or handrails

Determining the responsible party in a slip-and-fall case can be difficult, especially when the accident happened at a business or public place. If you fell at a friend’s home, pursuing legal action and compensation for your injuries can feel awkward. However, you don’t have to worry about impacting your friendship too much. We can help you file a claim against your friend’s home insurance company. Your friend will remain protected, and all negotiations will happen with the insurance company directly for a fair payout.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi Slip-And-Fall Accidents

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls are responsible for roughly eight million emergency room visits every year, and they’re one of the leading causes of disability and injury-related deaths. Here are the answers to some common questions clients have:

What causes slip-and-fall accidents?

Slip-and-fall accidents are typically caused by hazards like wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, loose carpeting or hidden obstacles. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) says that bad flooring materials are behind more than two million falls every year.

Who is liable for a slip-and-fall accident?

Liability usually falls on the property owner or holder if they were negligent in maintaining the premises or failed to provide adequate warning about known hazards (or hazards they should have known about). In Mississippi, property owners must maintain reasonably safe premises, especially for visitors or customers, and they are liable when they do not.

My slip-and-fall injury was on public or rental property. Can I still sue?

Yes, you can sue if you were injured on rental property, provided you can show that the property owner, renter or another responsible party was negligent. You can also file suit against a government entity for a fall on public property, but there are strict deadlines in place that require you to give the appropriate entity notice of your accident and intention within 90 days. That makes it imperative to obtain legal assistance right away.

What type of damages can I recover from a slip-and-fall injury?

You may recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any future costs related to long-term injury effects. The exact amount will vary according to the circumstances of your fall (such as the clarity of the defendant’s liability) and the severity of your injuries.

What should I do after a slip-and-fall accident?

After a slip-and-fall, you should seek medical attention, document the scene (including photos of the hazard), report the incident to the property owner, gather the contact information of any witnesses and then immediately consult an attorney. That is the absolute best way to preserve your right to compensation and your options.

Helping You Get Back On Your Feet

No matter what caused you to fall, we can help you determine the responsible party to go after. You deserve compensation for your injuries, especially injuries that could have been prevented with proper care. Contact us at 601-707-4669 or online to schedule a free consultation and discuss your options.