Wipe Up and Avoid A Slip Up!
Slip and fall accidents are entirely preventable as our experienced Hamilton slip and fall injury lawyers know all too well.
When we slip and fall, we assume that either it was “just an accident” or that we “should have been more careful.”
However, when such accidents are thoroughly analyzed, it is usually found that they’re caused by someone else’s fault or negligence.
Property-owners, both commercial and residential, civic authorities like municipalities and others in authority who are responsible for maintenance of a property have a duty to ensure that it remains safe for all those who visit.
“As soon as you see a mistake and don’t fix it, it becomes your mistake!” Author Unknown
Hamilton personal injury lawyers know from experience that property-owners who may have been aware of the mistake and didn’t take corrective action are also liable legally. Some of the common reasons for slip and fall accidents include:
- Icy/wet/slippery surfaces
- Uncleared snow
- Oil or liquid spills
- Freshly waxed or mopped floors
- Lack of warning-signs
- Torn/worn/unanchored carpets, mats, rugs
- Poorly-maintained pathways/driveways
- Ill-lit premises
- Pot-holes
- Loose objects or cluttered rooms
Canadian Laws – Occupier Liability
Top-rated accident lawyers can advise you that under Canadian laws, responsibility and liability rest with the occupier of a premises where the accident happened. Thus it includes not just the property-owners, but also tenants, person in physical possession of the property and also those in control of the premises and the activities that occur there.
The injured are entitled to seek compensation by filing a personal injury case against all those responsible for the accident.
“If It’s Unsafe, Remove It, Replace It, Repair It!”
This slogan lies at the heart of a personal injury claim in slip and fall accidents. The at-fault parties had a duty to ensure that unsafe conditions were rectified and their failure to do so has caused injuries for which they have to compensate the injured.
We Can Assist You!
Our 24×7 injury lawyers can conduct independent investigations and assemble robust evidence to prove your claim.
We ensure that your interests are safeguarded throughout.
