Do I Qualify for a Slip and Fall Case in Colorado Springs
Nearly everyone has slipped and suffered a nasty fall at some point in their life. While most slip and fall accidents are minor, some can be very serious, resulting in major injuries and long-term disability. After a devastating slip and fall accident, it’s common for the injured party to consider filing a personal injury lawsuit against the owner of the property where their fall occurred.
Before you file a slip and fall lawsuit, it’s important to examine a few factors that will determine the validity of your suit and the potential to win your claim. Find out if you have the basis for a slip and fall lawsuit, and learn how you can plan your case with the help of a slip and fall lawyer.
Dangerous Conditions
Like any personal injury case, winning your slip and fall claim depends on your ability to prove that your injury was caused due to the negligence of another party. In these cases, the liable party would be the property owner. However, for a property owner to be responsible for your fall, your accident must have been caused by a dangerous condition that was reasonably preventable.
For instance, if you slipped on an icy sidewalk, tripped on a pothole, or fell due to cracks in the pavement, you may be able to file a lawsuit if the property owner knew about the dangerous situation and did nothing to correct it.
Notifying the Property Owner
As mentioned, a property owner must be aware of the dangerous condition on their property for them to be liable. This means that the property owner must have been notified about the dangerous condition in order to be held liable. For example, if a crack develops in the sidewalk in front of their property, the property owner must be aware of the crack before they can be subject to a personal injury suit.
When trying to prove that a property owner was aware of a dangerous condition, you may be able to make use of security footage or other photographic evidence of your fall.
Posted Warning Signs
While it can be easy for property owners to correct issues like slippery sidewalks or floors, other issues that can cause a slip and fall accident may take time to fix. If a dangerous condition is likely to persist for an extended period of time, a property owner is required to post a warning sign to alert the public.
If no warning sign is posted, then a property owner will be liable for any injuries that occur. On the other hand, if there is a posted warning sign and you ignore it, then you will have a difficult time proving liability, even with the help of a slip and fall lawyer.
Work with a Slip and Fall Lawyer
If you suffered a slip and fall accident due to the negligence of a property owner, then you should strongly consider filing a personal injury claim. To get help with your case, you should hire a slip and fall lawyer from Heuser & Heuser, LLP.
An experienced Heuser & Heuser attorney can talk with you about the facts of your case and the best way to file your injury claim. Contact us today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Know What My Injury Case Is Worth in Colorado Springs?
There are a variety of things we look at when evaluating your case and determining its value.
We look at how the accident occurred: How did someone else’s carelessness lead to the accident? Did your actions also contribute to the crash?
We also look at what sort of injuries you sustained: Do you have a permanent injury that will last the rest of your life? Are you going to have future medical bills?
We look at lost wages: Did you lose your job? If you have permanent work restrictions due to the accident, you may not be able to find a job very easily in the future.
These are only some of the factors that we look at in evaluating a claim. You may have additional losses to account for in a claim, and sometimes additional evidence or expert witnesses will be needed to support an evaluation.
At Heuser & Heuser, LLP, we can identify those factors during a free case evaluation, during which you tell us your story so we can take the first step in building a legal strategy at no financial risk to you.
Every case is unique and different. That’s why our lawyers at Heuser & Heuser, LLP give each case personal attention during case reviews and evaluations for potential claims.
Do You Usually Win Good Settlements for Your Clients in Southern Colorado Personal Injury Claims?
At Heuser & Heuser, LLP, we have a strong track record of positive case resolutions for our clients. We have settled hundreds, if not thousands, of cases where we’ve had large settlements.
We’ve had substantial verdicts. We go to the mat for our clients if necessary. We’ll appeal cases.
Each case and client has different needs and options, and we’ll do whatever it takes to take care of our clients. We can identify the right path for your case during a free case evaluation.
Why is it Important to Hire a Lawyer for a Personal Injury Claim in Colorado Springs?
Insurance companies are in business for a reason: to make money.
Anytime the insurance company is paying money on a claim, it means less money to their bottom line. They have literally hundreds of adjusters and hundreds of lawyers who are on their side trying to figure out how to prevent money from leaving their checkbooks.
Quite frankly, you do need a lawyer to help you through this because your lawyer will stand up for your interests and seek proper compensation on your behalf.
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