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What If I Am Injured?

Those injured by a negligent owner or possessor of a premise may recover damages for their injuries, including loss of income, medical expenses, pain and suffering, etc.

If you are injured upon someone else's property, you should consult an experienced personal injury attorney who will be able to analyze your case and the principles of law concerning premises liability. You should not give an interview to insurance adjusters of investigators hired by insurance companies until you have consulted with an attorney.

What if someone gets injured while at the home of a neighbor, who invited him or her there for a party?

Social guests are sometimes able to recover from their hosts, depending on how their injuries happened. Homeowners must tell their guests about, or correct, any dangerous conditions that guests are unlikely to recognize. For example, if an injury was caused when a guest tripped on a throw rug, he or she may be able to recover if he/she could prove that the host knew other people had tripped over it and the guest was unlikely to realize its danger. The host probably should have warned guests about it, removed it during the party, or secured it to the floor with tape or tacks.

Other Slip and Fall FAQs

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Q: What Are Slip And Fall Accidents?
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Q: I Suffered An Injury When I Slipped On The Floor At The Supermarket. My Attorney Mentioned The Term "premise Liability" – What Did She Mean?
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Q: What Is Ordinary Care?
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Q: What Should I Do If Ive Been Injured In A Slip & Fall Accident?
A: Most businesses and homeowners carry liability insurance to protect them in the event that someone is injured while on their property. This would include slip and fall … More
Q: What Type Of Personal Injury Lawsuit Is Brought If The Person Injured Later Dies?
A: If a person who suffers an injury due to the carelessness of someone else actually dies, then the family of the dead person has a claim for “wrongful … More

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