While you might not even notice the type of flooring you are walking on in a store, restaurant, school, or office building, that inconspicuous surface can be significant. In the case of a tile floor, even the most minor defect or broken tile can lead to a severe injury that will change your life forever. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, over two million falls each year are caused by flooring surfaces. If you have fallen and been injured due to a broken tile, the tile accident injury lawyers at Normandie Law Firm are here to help.
This group of caring and dedicated legal professionals is available 24/7 to provide answers to your legal questions and schedule a free consultation with a California broken tile injury lawyer. Our staff understands the stress and confusion of trying to sort out who is responsible for your fall and will do the right thing by paying for your medical bills and other expenses related to your injuries. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our office today to learn more about our exceptional success rate and zero fee guarantee to ensure you have the legal representation you need.
Tile Flooring – Friend Or Foe?
There is no question that tile flooring is one of the most durable surfaces that can be installed in commercial buildings like schools, restaurants, office buildings, medical facilities, and stores. Typically, it is simple to maintain and will last for decades, even in high-traffic areas. But tile flooring has a few drawbacks, including the hazards it can create in some situations. Some of the most hazardous issues related to a tile floor include:
- Damaged, broken, or missing tile that creates a tripping hazard
- Loose tile that creates unstable footing
- Wet tile that creates a slipping hazard
- Uneven or poorly installed tile that creates a tripping hazard
- Defective tile or the wrong tile installed on a floor to create a slipping hazard – i.e., smooth tile designed for use on a wall, not a floor
- Freshly cleaned tile that is still damp and slippery
If you have been injured by a broken tile that caused you to slip and fall, it is essential that you understand your rights. The team at Normandie Law Firm is here to help you determine who is responsible for the damaged tile and who will be liable for your medical bills related to your broken tile accident injury.
Common Injuries Due To Broken Tile Accidents
Any slip or trip and fall accident where you land on a very hard surface has the potential to cause severe injuries. It is the same strength and durability that makes tile desirable that often leads to one or all of the following injuries when you fall due to a broken tile:
- Broken or fractured bones
- Joint damage or dislocation
- Internal bleeding or damage to internal organs
- Back and spine injuries
- Head trauma, including concussions, skull fractures, or traumatic brain injuries
- Lacerations
- Mouth and dental injuries
These are just some more severe injuries that can occur if you fall due to a broken floor tile. The experts at Normandie Law Firm are here to help you move forward from this unfortunate event. We focus on handling all of the legal complexities of your broken tile accident injury lawsuit so that you can focus on making a full recovery.
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Determining Liability For Your Injuries And Expenses
In legal terms, liability is very much like responsibility. If another person or entity is responsible for your injury and expenses, they are said to be liable. In your case, the property owner where you fell on a broken tile is often solely responsible under a concept called premises liability. This principle outlines the obligation of a property owner to ensure that the property is kept in good condition and free of safety hazards like broken tiles.
The liability is simple to determine if you fell in someone’s home on a broken tile. However, that task becomes more complicated when you consider more public places such as:
- A store or mall
- An office building
- A school
- A hotel
- An apartment building
- A courthouse restroom
- The restroom at a public park
In these cases, the expert broken tile accident injury lawyers at Normandie Law Firm will help determine who owns the property. In addition, the tea will explain how the ownership of the property will impact the time you have to file a case with the court system.
In California, injury victims have two years from the date of the injury to file a claim in most cases. However, if a government entity owns the property, for example, the courthouse, you only have six months from the date of the injury to file your claim. The Normandie experts will work diligently to ensure your lawsuit is filed within the Statute of Limitations for your case.
How Long Will The Litigation Last?
Unfortunately, there is no predetermined time frame for a lawsuit to move through the court system. Many factors will impact the time needed to secure your settlement, including the severity of your injuries, the court’s workload, and the property owner where you were injured. However, you can rest assured that the team from Normandie Law Firm will never stop working to settle your case. We are committed to seeing justice prevail for each of our clients, regardless of the time and effort involved.
What Is The Value Of A Broken Tile Injury Lawsuit?
The value of any lawsuit is based on the specifics related to the victim’s injuries and losses. In the case of your broken tile accident injury lawsuit, some of the factors to evaluate include:
- The dollar amount of your medical bills, including all treatment to date and any future treatment that will be necessary
- The total of your lost wages due to the injuries
- Your pain and suffering, both physical and emotional
- Any property damage losses from the broken tile fall incident
- Legal fees
- Punitive damages
The goal of your legal team is to secure the funds needed to pay your expenses due to the injury and ensure your financial stability while you recover.
We Work For Free
At Normandie Law Firm, our passion is serving our clients. We want to provide the highest quality legal service possible while eliminating some of your stress during this challenging time. To ensure you never need to worry about how to pay legal fees, we never ask for payment until we have completed your case and secured the settlement you deserve for your injuries and losses. And if we do not win, you owe us nothing.
For injury victims who have spoken to other law firms, we offer a free second opinion evaluation of your case. This service is intended to provide options when other firms have asked for a hefty upfront fee or feel that your case is too weak to proceed. Our years of experience and dedication to our clients allow us to take on the most challenging lawsuits with confidence. And we always provide our zero fee guarantee for added peace of mind as you focus on healing and returning to your normal daily life.
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