Don’t Slip Up: Why Hiring a Lawyer is Critical after a Slip and Fall

Slip and fall accidents may seem common, but they can result in serious injuries and financial burdens. When these accidents are due to someone else’s negligence, it is critical to hire a lawyer to help navigate the legal process and secure rightful compensation.

The recent 2024 case of Carmen Ranger v. Triovest Realty Advisors et al. is a powerful reminder of this. On a wintry day in 2013, Carmen Ranger slipped and fell in a crosswalk near a Walmart store managed by Triovest Realty Advisors. She later sued Triovest and other entities under the Occupiers’ Liability Act (“OLA”), arguing they inadequately maintained the property during winter weather conditions.

Despite the defendants’ assertion of having implemented a winter maintenance system, the court ruled in Ranger’s favor, highlighting significant deficiencies in their system, including a lack of specific measures to manage icy conditions. Furthermore, the area where Ranger fell – a heavily frequented crosswalk – had not been given extra attention in the maintenance system, a fault the court deemed negligent on Triovest’s part.

Additionally, another defendant, Pioneer Construction, fell under scrutiny for not adequately monitoring the property for icy conditions. Triovest and Pioneer were found jointly liable for the plaintiff’s damages, indicating a breach of their obligations under the OLA, with no contributory negligence attributed to Ranger, who was deemed to have acted reasonably in the situation.

This case exemplifies the potential complexities of slip and fall lawsuits and underscores the importance of having a competent legal guide to bring negligent parties to account. Hiring a lawyer in such incidents can be vital to gathering the necessary evidence, defending victims’ rights, and securing a favorable verdict.

If you’re unfortunate enough to slip and fall due to someone else’s negligence, don’t be left out in the cold. Contact the personal injury lawyers of Davidson Cahill Morrison LLP to get the compensation you deserve.