Who's at Fault for a Slip-and-Fall Accident?

One moment, you’re having a fine time with your grocery shopping. You’re two items away from checking out and going home, when—bam! You’ve fallen and are seeing stars. Unfortunately, those stars may be a sign of a concussion, and you may have suffered worse injuries than that.  If you’re hurt in a slip-and-fall accident, you may be eligible for compensation, but who’s at fault for your accident? 

Suing the Property Owner

After a slip-and-fall accident, your first instinct may be to sue the person working on the property who caused the accident. For example, you slipped and fell on some slipped detergent in a store, so the employee who failed to clean it up should be responsible, right?  You may instead need to file a claim against the property owner. They’re typically responsible for anything that happens on their property, so they may be at fault for your injuries. 

Compensation for a Slip-and-Fall Accident

When you’re injured in a slip-and-fall accident, you may be entitled to compensation from the at-fault party. Those losses caused by the accident should include any economic and non-economic damages you’ve suffered. That means your bills and the intangible suffering you’ve experienced should all be included.  Below is a sample of the compensation you could receive for a slip-and-fall accident lawsuit:

• Medical expenses 
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering 
• Emotional trauma
• Loss of earning capacity 

Connect with a California Fall Injury Attorney

When you’re hurt in a serious fall, you may be unsure who’s at fault for those injuries. The good news is, you have a chance to get compensation for your injuries. A lawyer from Kohan & Bablove LLP can help you identify the at-fault party and seek compensation for your losses. For a free consultation about your fall injury claim, call 1-844-404-2400 or visit us online for more information.