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Slip and Fall Accidents

Posted by: euser
January 25, 2007
Topic: Minnesota Personal Injury

As the name suggests, a "slip and fall" accident is when someone slips or falls while on other person’s premises. Slip and fall accidents can occur almost anywhere, from shopping centers to government buildings to one’s place of employment. Therefore, a slip and fall injury claim typically centers around the property owner’s duty to adequately maintain the condition of the premises.

There are many ways in which a slip and fall accident could occur, including:

     Slippery floors or stairs

     Inadequate lighting

     Uneven floor coverings, such as carpet tears or grooves

     Weather conditions, such as ice or snow

     Cracks, holes, or bumps in or around public sidewalks

     Lack of adequate warnings or signs alerting people to potential hazards

     Inadequate railings on stairs, escalators, and elevators

Typically, one must prove that the owner of the premises were aware or should have been aware of the dangerous condition, that the owner could have mitigated or eliminated the danger, and that despite this awareness, the owner failed to correct the problem.

If you or someone who know has been injured in a slip and fall accident, contact the experienced attorneys of Milavetz, Gallop & Milavetz, P.A. to work for you. With over 40 years of experience in the personal injury, our attorneys have a proven track record of achieving justice for our clients. It is imperative that you act quickly if you have been injured, as your claim may be barred by a period of limitations if legal representation is not contacted.

If you would like more information on slip and fall accidents, please contact our offices at (952) 920-7777 or toll-free at 1-800-365-6666. The personal injury attorneys at Milavetz, Gallop & Milavetz, P.A. also represent clients in other accidents, such as automobile, semi-trailer, and motorcycle accidents, as well as medical malpractice and wrongful-death claims.