Slip And Fall Accidents Are More Dangerous Than They Sound
Michael Babboni
Premises Liability
It is unfortunate, but slip and fall accidents are not always taken seriously. On many occasions, the episodes are the punchlines of jokes. However, they shouldn't be, and people should take these matters solemnly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five falls results in serious injury. Of course, the type of ailment will vary from accident to accident, but they often include issues such as...• Fractures Or Broken Bones
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Torn Tendons
• Pulled Muscles
Most people associate slip and fall events with older citizens. They aren't necessarily wrong, as the CDC's research states that 29 million older Americans experienced falls in 2014 alone. However, the episode can affect anyone, any time, and anywhere. For instance, employees that work in a restaurant, retail store, or another industry may trip over uneven surfaces, wires, or boxes and become hurt.
Additionally, with the holidays fast approaching, many homeowners will have guests staying at their houses. Should one of the visitors happen to trip, slip, and fall because of the individual's negligence, the property owner may find him or herself in hot water. Premises liability is the area of law that holds a landowner responsible for accidents that occur on their property. Things that could lead to a lawsuit arising include but are not limited to...
• Poor Lighting
• Loose Carpeting
• Uneven Sidewalks
• Holes In The Yard
• Loose Handrails And Weak Stairs
Reasons Why An Injured Party Should Hire A Slip And Fall Lawyer
For an injured victim to receive compensation for his or her wounds, it must be proven that negligence occurred. However, this is not always the most straightforward task, especially when an individual chooses to go it alone. Luckily, St. Petersburg residents have honest and trustworthy representation right in their own back yard. Michael Babboni has proudly represented many clients in the area for more than 27 years, and he will gladly do the same for you. So, give us a call to schedule a free consultation today at 727-381-9200. The office is conveniently located on Central Avenue, which means you shouldn't have any problems finding it.
Insurance companies don't particularly play fair and providing that the property owner has coverage, their insurer won't be any different. The agents have a single purpose, which is to pay out the smallest amount of compensation possible. They attempt to offer low-ball settlements from the get-go, and if an individual doesn't know any better, he or she might be inclined to accept the sum. These representatives also try to stall the entire ordeal. In doing so, they sometimes get the victim to settle for a less than fair amount as their money starts to run low.
Putting our slip and fall lawyer in your corner will show them that you mean business. He has an outstanding reputation in the insurance industry. Thus, insurers tend to offer reasonable compensation amounts during the negotiating process. Why? Well, they know that if he puts an injured client in front of a jury, they could wind up paying a whole lot more. So, contact our office to get the representation that you need and deserve today.