Defective stairs, uneven  ground and slippery floors can cause slip and fall injuries. Just because you fell does not necessarily mean you have a premises liability case. The owner of the premises has a duty to keep the grounds free of known dangerous conditions. A dangerous condition is present when the condition subjects a person to an unreasonable risk of injury. There are 3 ways to prove that the owner knew of the condition.

 

1.The owner or one of their agents actually caused the condition.

 

2.The owner or one of their agents had reason to know of the condition and failed to remedy it.

 

3.The owner or one of their agents should have known of the condition because a reasonable property owner would have discovered the condition and fixed it.

 

These cases usually hinge on how long the condition existed and whether there are proper procedures to handle these conditions.The practical problem with these types of cases is proof. If possible, do all that you can to document what you slipped or tripped on. Owners, managers, and employees will often testify that there was no water nor any reason for your fall besides you not paying attention.The injuries arising out of these situations maybe more severe than people would think. Brain injuries and broken wrists are common injuries. Davis Law LLC will fully investigate the case and determine whether or not your situation is actionable.