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Property owners are required by Georgia State laws to keep their land, buildings and surrounding landscape free from conditions that could cause harm. A common accident that can occur due to improper care includes the act of individuals slipping and or falling. Injuries from slip and fall cases could be a result of numerous factors and can occur on both public and private property.
Georgia premises liability law governs whether or not a property owner is legally responsible for an injury that you suffer while on that particular property.
Common places that have been found to have dangerous environments include:
This is not a comprehensive list, but rather a few of the most frequented locations where slip and fall cases have been known to happen. They can occur in any place that has the possibility of uneven ground, slippery surfaces or other obstructions that cause a person bodily harm.
Everything from minor scrapes to life-altering damage can occur because of this type of accident and it is vital that you speak with an attorney to receive the compensation that is rightfully yours.
Sometimes you cannot prevent an accident from occurring, as it may have taken place due to poor maintenance by an employer or property owner, such as in the following situations:
It is a general rule that a property owner must take reasonable precautions to keep those that he or she invites onto their property safe from unreasonable risks that could result in harm. Often the judge in this type of case will question whether or not the property owner was aware of the prospective damage or not.
If they were well aware of the possibility that they could be presenting an unsafe setting prior to having other individuals on their land, there is a very high chance of the victim receiving compensation.
Should the homeowner or business proprietor not have been notified or conscious of the detrimental surroundings, it may be more of a complicated situation. Having a competent lawyer with you throughout every step of the way may allow you a greater chance of obtaining restitution for your losses.
It depends. Was the fall your fault? Did you trip over your own shoelace? Did your high heel break? Were you not looking where you were going? If you answered no to all of those questions, then your employer or the owner of the property may be liable for your slip and fall accident and injuries.
Although you may feel awkward bringing this matter up to your employer, you shouldn’t have to pay for your medical bills, physical therapy or lose income for a fall that wasn't your fault.
Business owners have insurance for incidents of this sort, and they should be willing to pay for Georgia premises liability claims that occur on their property.
Although you may be afraid that your employer may punish you, retaliate against you, or fire you for your slip and fall accident, that action would be against the law. Business owners and property owners have a duty to take care of their grounds to make sure employees and visitors are protected from dangerous conditions.
We also, however, understand that you don’t want to be put in an awkward position. This is why we handle these slip and fall cases between employers and employees with the most discretion.
If you need help with your Georgia slip and fall case contact our premises liability lawyers at The Kalka Law Group at (404) 907-1594 for a free consultation today.
Several other things you should do after getting injured in a slip and fall include:
The Kalka Law Group has handled all types of premises liability cases involving slip and fall situations. Attorney Tony Kalka has worked as a defense attorney for major insurance companies in the past and with his insight, it is possible he could win significant compensation on your behalf.
Included in the list of Georgia's Super Lawyers® for 2014-2019 & the Top 100: 2019 Georgia Super Lawyers, Attorney Kalka has continued to impress his peers and clients with his manner of professionalism combined with exemplary skill with personal injury law.
As a recipient of the 2012, 2013 and 2014 Clients' Choice Award for Personal Injury by the premier legal website, Avvo®, it is evident that residents of Atlanta are confident in the tactics utilized by our lawyers. Do not hesitate to contact our qualified legal team if you believe that you may have a case.
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