Alabama Slip and Fall Attorneys

Slip and Fall or Trip and Fall accidents have to do with an area of the law called Premises Liability which is a term that describes the responsibility that a property owner has to warn invited visitors or guests to possible dangers on the property.

Property owners do not always provide a reasonable level of care to ensure their property is free of hazards that could cause serious harm to their customers and guests. When you or a loved one trips or slips as the result of a hazard, you may have a case. Call or come by and talk to a Slip and Fall Attorney at Greene & Phillips.

Types of Slip and Fall Cases

Slip and Fall — Where there is something slick or wet on the floor and the victim slips on it, falls, hurting themselves requiring medical attention.
Trip and Fall — Sometimes a building will have a area of the floor that is uneven or has a large defect that could be a tripping hazard.

Determining Liability

For a business or individual to be responsible for the injuries that you have suffered as the result of slipping or tripping the following must be true:

• Owner or employee caused the hazard (spill, torn spot, or other danger).
• Owner or employee knew about the danger and did nothing to fix it or warn of hazard.
• It would be reasonable to expect that the owner or an employee would know of the hazard and fix the problem before someone was hurt.

Evidence that can help a Slip and Fall Case

• Photos and video with your camera.
• Witnesses statements, names, and phone numbers
• Security camera footage

Often the store or premise will have closed circuit video system that will have footage of the trip/slip. A lawyer will be able to gain access to these files, but since business have retention policies that allow them to delete old footage, it is very important to get a lawyer involved as soon as possible so that they can secure these recordings before they are deleted.

Steps to take after a Slip and Fall Accident

• Make sure to alert the property owner or manager of the incident
• Seek medical attention
• Don’t talk to the other party’s insurance company before consulting with a lawyer
• Contact a slip and fall injury lawyer

Locations of Slip/Trip and Fall

• Sidewalks
• Swimming Pools
• Escalators
• Stairs too Steep or at an angle.
• Broken Banisters
• Parking Lots
• Shops and Stores
• Restaurants
• Parks/Playgrounds
• Theaters and Stadiums
• Jobsite

Common Causes for Slip and Fall Accidents

• Wet or Slippery Floors
• Clutter or Debris on Walkway
• Unexpected Trenches or Potholes
• Damaged Walkway

The attorneys of Greene & Phillips are prepared to investigate your claim, seek any evidence or witness statements, and quickly get the money you deserve for your injury. Call or come by our office. You never need an appointment, the consultation is always free, and we won’t charge you a dime, unless we get money for you.