Have you been injured from a slip and fall incident that was caused by a leaking ceiling on someone else’s property? These accidents are common in all sorts of premises, including office buildings, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels, school buildings, and hospitals. As a slip and fall injury victim, you may be eligible for monetary compensation from the property owner, which can help you cover the losses you are left with after an unexpected accident.
However, it can be very challenging to prove that another party was negligent according to the law, and that they are responsible for the injuries you’ve sustained from a dangerous condition on their property. Thus, it’s essential to obtain representation from a law firm that’s experienced in slip and fall injury claims.
A ceiling leak slip and fall lawyer is available to educate you on your rights and legal options, so please give us a call at our office.
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Common Injuries from a Slip and Fall Accident
Though people tend to underestimate fall-related accidents, slipping on something and falling down unexpectedly can result in serious injuries to many parts of your body. Below are just some of the health issues you may experience as a direct result of a slip and fall:
- Deep cuts / punctures in the skin
- Neck and back injury, including spinal cord damage
- Traumatic brain injury
- Joint dislocation
- Broken bones
- Fractures in the hip or pelvis
- Permanent nerve damage
- Torn ligaments, tendons, and muscles
- Rupturing of the internal organs
- Knee injuries – kneecap fracture, ACL or MCL tear
Suing for a Slip and Fall that was Caused by a Ceiling Leak
The right to sue another individual or entity for an accident on their property is based on the law of premises liability. This is a legal concept in which owners owe their guests and visitors a duty of care. Generally, owners must take care of their property and ensure that it’s free of hazard that can cause accidents, like slip and falls. For example, if there is water leaking from a ceiling, the property owner and/or operator must take immediate action to fix the problem. Or, they must put up safety barriers and signs to warn people of the hazard.
When property owners fail to take such measures, they are breaching their duty of care to those on the premises, which leaves them open to lawsuits if someone is injured from a slip and fall. Essentially, if you or someone you know slipped from a leaking ceiling or another dangerous condition, there are various types of monetary damages you can demand from the property owner. In the next section, we will go over the categories of compensation that you can potentially receive from a slip and fall lawsuit.
Compensation that’s Available to Accident Victims
Based on the injuries you’ve sustained from a slip and fall accident, there are numerous forms of compensation that you may be entitled to. Possible damages from a ceiling leak slip and fall lawsuit include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Property damage
- Attorney’s fees
- Punitive damages
Due to the severity of injuries that are associated with these accidents, death is a possibility for someone that slipped and fell due to a leaking ceiling. Loved ones of the deceased may have the right to seek wrongful death compensation, such as funeral costs, loss of consortium, and pain and suffering. If you’d like to learn more about the payments you can recover, contact us to speak with a wrongful death lawsuit attorney.
Frequently Asked Questions about Slip and Fall Injury Cases
How much is the average settlement for a slip and fall case?
We understand your urgency to get a sense of average values for a slip and fall injury claim. However, each claimant is entitled to a settlement amount that’s based on the unique circumstances surrounding their accident. That’s why there is no payment amount that can be described as “average” for these cases as a whole. At best, we would place the majority of settlements at around $150,000 to $2 million and above based on the payments recovered by our attorneys. On the other hand, some people’s injuries and monetary losses are relatively minor, and for these cases, $25,000 to $75,000 may be a sufficient amount.
How long does it take to get paid on these cases?
The best answer we can give is that the settlement process can take anywhere from a few weeks to one or more years, based on the complexities we will need to resolve. Claims involving serious injuries generally take longer to settle than those with minor injuries. However, the actual amount of time to settle your case depends on a variety of factors that are beyond our control. It’s always our intent to negotiate a settlement award within 6 months, but the process can actually take 12 months or longer. If the defendant is unwilling to work with us towards a fair settlement offer, we may need to take our chances in court, though most slip and fall lawsuits are settled before the trial date. Preparing for a trial can extend your case timeline by one or more years, based on the court’s schedule, the evidence that must be presented, and other relevant factors.
What is the statute of limitations if I want to file a slip and fall lawsuit?
If you are injured at a privately-owned entity, like a business or someone’s home, your statute of limitations for a lawsuit is two years from the date of your accident. That means each passing day puts you one step closer to exceeding the deadline for a lawsuit. Extensions past the two-year period are extremely rare, so you must take action on a claim right away, which we can help you with here at Normandie Law Firm.
If, on the other hand, you had a slip and fall from a leaking ceiling on a government property, your time limit for a compensation claim is 6 months from the day of the incident. If your claim is denied within 45 days by the appropriate agency, you have 6 months to seek monetary damages from a personal injury lawsuit. If there is no response to your claim within 45 days, the statute of limitations for a lawsuit is two years from the date of injury.
We can provide you with a more detailed explanation of the timeline to file a slip and fall lawsuit during a free consultation at our office. Simply give us a call to schedule a meeting with a fall accident injury lawyer.
What if I want to switch my lawyer – what are my rights?
It’s an unfortunate reality that many clients fail to receive the time and attention they need from their attorneys. This may due to a number of reasons, including a lawyer’s inability to manage their schedule or work through complicated issues in their client’s case. We can offer you a free second opinion on your case and provide suggestions on how you can maximize your chances for a successful outcome. Your second opinion consultation is completely free of charge, so please take the chance of reaching out to us at your earliest convenience.
The Fall Accident Injury Lawyers of Normandie
If you were injured from a slip and fall that was caused by someone else’s negligence, please contact the fall injury lawsuit attorneys of Normandie Law Firm. We have been fighting for the rights of injury victims for over two decades, and we know what it takes to secure the highest possible settlement on behalf of slip and fall victims and their family members.
Our law firm operates under a contingency fee structure, so you pay absolutely nothing to hire a lawyer with experience in slip and fall accident cases. We ask for our payment to be included in your settlement award, which means the only way we get paid is if you get paid.
We look forward to meeting you and developing the best legal strategy for your case. Please give us a call to schedule a free case evaluation with a slip and fall injury attorney.
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