Ontario Law states that it is the legal responsibility of Property owners and municipalities to maintain reasonable standards of safety at their premises and make it safe for visitors. Slip and Fall accidents can occur at any time and at any place. Some of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents are
- Wet surfaces
- Improperly maintained floors
- Icy sidewalks
- Lack of warning signs
- Poor lighting
- Slippery surfaces
After the accident, you may think that you only suffered a bit of discomfort which would go soon, but our experienced Kingston slip and fall injury lawyers know that you may suffer from serious injuries like
- Cuts
- Crush and Impact injuries
- Facial injuries
- Concussion
- Internal organ injuries
- Head/spine/neck injuries
- Fractures and dislocation
- Back and tail-bone injury
Liability issues depends upon the place where the accident occurred. Commercial properties like bars, stores and restaurants have a legal obligation to keep their premises safe. Slip and fall accidents at commercial properties mainly occur due to wet and slippery floors, unsafe construction work, uneven tiles, poor lighting and improperly maintained parking lot.
Housekeeping you skip may cause a fall or slip.
Private property owners also have an obligation to keep their premises safe. The owner should ensure that their homes do not pose any risk to visitors. It is their responsibility to keep their driveway clear of snow and ice.
Municipalities also have a legal obligation to maintain roads and sidewalks mainly in the winter season. This liability also extends to parks, public transit, government buildings and airport terminals.
A spill, a slip, a hospital trip
If you suffer any slip and fall injury, contact our Kinston slip and fall injury lawyer as soon as possible. Usually slip and fall accidents occur outside our homes so it is very important to document the details of the accident before conditions at the site change either by weather or at-fault party. Take pictures of the site of the accident as well as your injuries. If you can find any potential witness, collect as much detail as possible.
If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help. (416 931 5015)
