Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and Fall Injuries: Know Your Rights

Residential and commercial property owners have a responsibility to make their premises safe for customers, visitors and employees. Our slip and fall lawyers see many causes for slip and fall accidents including:

  • Wet and slippery floors
  • Uneven pavement
  • Inadequate or improper lighting of a space (either a building or an outdoor space such as a parking lot)
  • Untreated walkways during the winter
  • Rugs or carpets not attached to floor securely
  • Unseen electrical cords
  • Defective or broken staircases and stairwells
  • And more

Slips, trips and falls on another person’s property such as a sidewalk, home, apartment complex, commercial property, hotel or park can not only lead to serious injuries, but premises liability claims as well.

As one of the oldest personal injury law firms in Central Pennsylvania, the slip and fall lawyers at Dale E. Anstine have represented thousands of injured people in the York, Gettysburg and Hanover areas. Our experienced slip and fall attorneys will stand up to insurance companies and fight for the compensation you deserve to cover medical expenses, pain and suffering and lost wages. Reach out today!

Dale E. Anstine, Slip and Fall Lawyers in York, PA, Can Help

In many cases, slip and fall accidents are preventable if property owners uphold their responsibility to ensure and maintain the safe condition of their property. If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a slip or fall, get a fighter on your side. The slip and fall attorneys at Dale E. Anstine understand the complexities of slip and fall injuries as well as premises liability. Reach out to our slip and fall lawyers today to get a fighter on your side who will stand up to major insurance companies and ensure you get the compensation you deserve. Consultations are always FREE, we’re available 24/7 and there are no fees unless we win for you.

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Slip and Fall FAQs

Where Do Slip and Fall Accidents Most Often Occur?

Slip and fall accidents can happen almost anywhere and at any time. While the list below isn’t inclusive, the slip and fall accident lawyers at Dale E. Anstine often see slip and fall cases resulting from incidents at the following locations:

  1. Department stores and grocery stores
    Slip and fall accidents at big-box and grocery stores are common; however, consumers may not be aware of their rights. If you tripped over a product in an aisle or fell because of an overturned carton of milk, the store may be liable for your injuries. If you are the victim of a slip and fall injury in a large retail store, it is important to get a slip and fall accident attorney on your side immediately.
  2. Hotels, motels and resorts
    When traveling, you have a right as a consumer to a safe and secure hotel, motel or resort. At large (and even small) properties, sometimes obvious slip and fall risks are overlooked. Cracked sidewalks, ripped carpeting and icy entranceways are all risks to you as the consumer. Be aware of your surroundings to avoid a slip and falls.
  3. Small businesses
    While we trust that our local stores and small businesses are doing the right thing by creating a safe environment for their customers, sometimes, slip and fall accidents occur. Most often, injuries at small businesses are the result of poorly maintained grounds or buildings.
  4. Private homes
    Slip and fall accidents at private homes are often difficult cases, not because of having to prove the incident occurred, but rather because the private home is usually owned by a family member or a friend. It’s important to remember, though, that if you are seeking compensation for your injuries as a result of a slip and fall in a private home, you are suing the insurance company and not the individual. A homeowner’s liability insurance is meant to protect them in these cases and is intended to help provide compensation to the victim in case of an injury.

In all instances, it is the responsibility of the property owner to maintain their sidewalks, parking lots, entryways, flooring and more to prevent guests from serious injuries as a result of a slip and fall accident. If property owners cannot uphold this responsibility, they may face a premises liability claim.

What is Premises Liability Law?

Premises liability law is referenced in personal injury cases. It provides individuals with the right to compensation if they have been injured on another person’s property due to unsafe conditions or defective products. Some of the most common premises liability cases include:

  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Elevators and escalator accidents
  • Swimming pool accidents, including drowning
  • Fire-related injuries
  • Dog bites
  • Other various injuries resulting from poor property maintenance (i.e. uneven walkways)

There are many complexities and exceptions to premises liability law, so it is best to have a premises liability attorney on your side who understands the law in Pennsylvania. Get a fighter on your side who can help you get the compensation you deserve to cover expensive medical bills and lost wages that resulted from an injury on someone else’s property.

What is Duty of Care?

Duty of care requires individuals to act sensibly toward the public with the amount of care a responsible person would exercise in any situation. For example, if you own a small business and many customers have brought to your attention how the pavement in your parking lot is broken, uneven and dangerous, but you choose to not have it fixed, you would have neglected the idea of duty of care and could face a premises liability lawsuit.

There are many factors to consider when evaluating a property owner’s duty of care responsibilities and if they may face a premises liability lawsuit.

  • What is the property’s use? (i.e. business, personal residence, etc.)
  • Why was the visitor on the property? (i.e. invited guest, solicitor, uninvited visitor)
  • Was the possibility of an accident or injury apparent to the visitor?
  • Did the property owner try to fix any dangers on their property, or did they make visitors aware of any hazards?

To learn more about your rights and duty of care, reach out to our experienced premises liability attorneys today.

Get a Fighter on Your Side

Slip and fall injuries as a result of a property owner’s negligence can lead to expensive medical bills, time off work and lost wages. Get a fighter on your side who understands the complexities of slip and fall accidents and premises liability. The attorneys at Dale E. Anstine will stand up to large insurance companies to ensure you get the compensation you deserve. Connect with us today if you or a loved one have been injured as a result of a slip and fall accident. Consultations are always FREE, we are available 24/7 and there are no fees unless we win for you.

Additional Resources

To learn more about slip and fall accidents and your rights to compensation, check out the following blogs or reach out to our team of slip and fall lawyers in York, Gettysburg and Hanover, PA!

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