Slip And Fall On Church Property Lawyer – Can I Sue?

Did you or a loved one recently suffer a slip and fall on church property? If so, you could be filled with conflicting feelings and questions. It is always common to wonder who could be responsible when you suffer an injury accident. But you are also likely to be filled with feelings that could be considered remorse or guilt when you even think about filing a slip and fall lawsuit against your church, temple, mosque, synagogue, or other place of worship.

In these situations, it is easy to have conflicting feelings and questions you feel almost ashamed to ask. However, please understand that the legal experts at Normandie Law Firm are here to help. You can contact our office 24/7 to receive guidance in understanding your rights as a personal injury victim and how the laws surrounding premises liability and duty of care govern all properties, including those used for religious purposes. Our staff is also happy to schedule a free consultation for you to discuss the details of your claim with a skilled slip and fall on church property lawyer. Once they have a complete understanding of the event, they will provide a professional evaluation of the legal merit of your case and advise you if you have grounds to file a slip and fall injury lawsuit against the church.

Once you have this information, the choice is yours. You can pursue legal action to get the compensation owed to you by the church or forego legal action. But regardless of the choice you make, there is never any obligation to hire Normandie Law Firm or file a claim against anyone. Our only goal is to ensure that all personal injury victims clearly understand their options and how the legal system functions to offer protection from debt and losses due to someone else’s negligence. However, we ask that you contact our staff immediately because there is a time limit for filing your case with the court. We want to ensure you have all the time and information needed to make this significant choice without feeling pressured to decide quickly to avoid time expiring before you can take legal action.

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How Long Do I Have To File A Slip And Fall On Church Property Lawsuit?
The Statute of Limitations defines how long a victim has to take legal action if they wish to file a lawsuit. This law applies to all lawsuits, not just the ones that could be filed in a slip and fall lawsuit or against a church. While the time provided to the victim can vary based on the legal matter involved in the case, once it has passed, the victim loses all rights to seek compensation and justice for losses or harm caused in that event. It is also vital to know that there are very few exceptions to the time limit defined by the Statute of Limitations. So, victims are advised to seek legal counsel soon after suffering a loss or harm at the hands of someone else to ensure they have time to carefully make this possibly life-changing decision.

In cases involving a slip and fall injury on church property, the victim has two years from the date of the incident to file their claim with the court. If they attempt to file a lawsuit after the Statute of Limitations has expired, the court will immediately deny it. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to Normandie Law Firm today to discuss the facts of your case with a slip and fall on church property lawyer to determine the time remaining to file your claim and how long it would take to prepare your lawsuit should you wish to pursue legal action.

Common Slip And Fall Hazards In Many Churches
It is common for church members to feel very comfortable in their place of worship. Many view the space as a second home and place of welcoming fellowship. They never think of any hazards or safety concerns because the space is emotionally connected to happiness and feelings of security. However, there can be physical hazards that might result in suffering an injury on the property, such as:

• Damage to sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, or other paved surfaces
• Damaged steps or steps with broken or missing handrails
• Hoses or electrical cords left in walkways
• Torn or loose carpet
• Uneven flooring surfaces or poorly marked transitions from one flooring surface to another
• Wet or slippery floors due to standing water, possible mold growth, or saturated floor mats that are oozing water
• Debris or litter that has fallen to the floor but was not picked up
• Boxes or other items left on walkways
• Missing or damaged floor mats at entries
• Spilled food or drinks that were not properly cleaned up
• Water leaking onto the floor from damaged pipes, clogged drains, or malfunctioning plumbing fixtures
• Poorly lit spaces that make safe walking difficult
• Floors that were recently mopped and are still moist but have no warning signs to alert others of the increased slip and fall safety hazard

If you suffered a slip and fall at your church because of any of these issues or others you feel should have been corrected, please reach out to Normandie Law Firm today. Our team of slip and fall on church property lawyers is ready to help you sort out the legality of suing your church and understand the obligation of the staff to provide a safe place of worship to you and other guests.

Understanding Duty Of Care
Duty of care is a part of premises liability law that applies to all public and private spaces. The guidelines in duty of care define what is expected of the staff and owner of a property with regard to protecting the safety of guests. The level of care that is required is defined as equal to or greater than the average prudent person would provide in a similar situation. These simple terms make it easy for the staff to know what is expected and for guests to know what to expect when invited to a property.

For example, the average person would mop up water that is spilled on the floor and remove litter on steps that could result in a slip and fall injury incident. These are the same actions required of the staff or owner of a church or any other facility. If the staff fails to meet this minimum level of care, they can be found negligent in their duty of care. In addition, if that negligence is found to have caused or contributed to a slip and fall injury accident, the property owner can be found liable for the losses and expenses incurred by the victim.

Duty of care is straightforward in defining the responsible parties as the owner and staff at a property. However, in the case of a slip and fall at a church, it is often a clouded area for the victim. They feel as a member of the church, they could share in the obligatory care of the property. This adds to the moral dilemma of a lawsuit against the church. But please know that this obligation is limited to the staff, and in most cases, you are not responsible for the care or lack of care that caused your slip and fall injury. To ensure you understand how duty of care applies to your slip and fall on church property lawsuit, please reach out to a Normandie Law Firm personal injury lawyer today.

How Much Is A Slip And Fall On Church Property Lawsuit Worth?
It is very challenging to accurately estimate the value of any lawsuit without detailed information form the victim. The amount of compensation sought in a slip and fall injury lawsuit is based on the actual losses and expenses incurred by the victim. So, the team at Normandie Law Firm asks that you contact our staff to request a free consultation with a slip and fall on church property lawyer to better evaluate the allowable expenses and losses for your case. In general, items in the following categories will be used to calculate the amount of compensation you could request:

• All current medical expenses and any future care deemed essential in your treatment and recovery, as well as crucial medical equipment, medication, and therapy or emotional counseling to overcome the trauma of the incident
• The replacement cost of any personal property that was destroyed or damaged in the slip and fall incident
• Your lost income if you are unable to work at your regular job because of the injuries suffered or if you must miss time at work to attend medical appointments related to the injuries sustained in the slip and fall incident
• All legal costs related to the preparation, filing, and litigation of your slip and fall on church property lawsuit

Can I Afford Normandie Law Firm?
When you hire Normandie Law Firm, we never ask for any out-of-pocket payments to build or litigate your lawsuit. Our firm only gets paid after the case is completed, and you have the compensation and funds needed to cover your legal costs. In addition, if we fail to win your slip and fall lawsuit, you owe the firm nothing for the time or investment made in your case.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with the skilled slip and fall on church property lawyers at Normandie Law Firm today to discuss the facts of your case and your ability to sue to secure the compensation you deserve.

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