Slip & Fall Lawyer

A slip or trip and fall claim arises when a person falls and injures themselves as a result of someone else’s negligence. This can happen when a property is not being kept in a reasonably safe condition. The classic example is when someone slips at a grocery store because something ends up on the floor that is slippery – such as water, oil or a piece of fruit. However, a valid claim can also arise out of a fall in one’s own home. For instance, if a renter falls down the stairs in their rental home because the stairs were not built to code, they may have a claim against their landlord.

However, the simple fact that you fall while on someone else’s property does not mean you will have a successful claim. For instance, as long as a grocery store has a reasonable maintenance and cleaning schedule in place, and they follow that schedule, the fact that you slip on something wet or slippery on their premises will not automatically lead to you being compensated. Sometimes simply following a cleaning or inspection schedule is a full defence to a slip and fall claim.

Slip and fall claims can be tricky. Liability can be complicated, and many property occupiers will try to argue that you were responsible for your own injuries. For this reason, it is essential that you hire an experienced lawyer to help with your claim.

The legal team at Hoogbruin & Company will review your claim and all the relevant information to determine whether negligence was a factor. If a claim is valid and you’re clearly entitled to damages due to your injury, our team will represent you through the entire process to make sure you receive the compensation you deserve.