A wet floor in a grocery store, an icy walkway, a lack of handrails on some sketchy stairs — all these are dangerous conditions where a slip-and-fall accident can occur. The pain and suffering from the injury are often made worse by the legal action required to get you fair compensation.
It is too much for one person to do alone, so if you have a slip-and-fall accident claim, The Advocates are here for you. Our legal team assists clients with navigating interactions with insurance adjusters, coordinating necessary medical attention, and pursuing a potential verdict that aims to secure the maximum compensation available for your personal injury.
Nothing is certain when it comes to law, but The Advocates guarantee you will receive sound legal advice from our expert San Diego personal injury lawyers.
We are a law firm well-equipped to represent you in the courts. Slip-and-fall claims are usually against property owners prepared to fight any personal injury claims against them. The Advocates’ priority is always your well-being. When faced with the prospect of difficult insurance companies, we will do what is necessary to ensure you get what you deserve.
Immediately after your accident, assess your injuries
Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery
Seek medical attention as soon as you can
Keep track of all treatment you receive during recovery
Once you’ve completed treatment, your case can move forward
Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party
You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.
Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.
For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.
If the slip resulted in injuries, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.
Your attorney will gather evidence, monitor your medical treatment progress, keep an accurate record of all relevant documents and facts to support your claim, negotiate and correspond with insurance companies on your behalf, and represent you in court if necessary.
The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime. Once you have decided to hire an Advocate, we will zealously pursue your claim through resolution.
Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process depends on many factors, including but not limited to the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and much more.
In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to several years. It’s important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which, if you do not resolve or file a lawsuit within the prescribed time, you will lose your right of action.
When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you focus on healing. Generally, once all evidence has been gathered and your medical treatment has been completed or you are back to feeling yourself again, your attorney will negotiate with the insurance company to secure a settlement on your behalf.
In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a lawsuit in the litigation phase. Your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.
For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.
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Where your accident occurs will determine what insurance covers your damage. Most businesses have general liability insurance covering damages from a slip-and-fall accident.
If you are at somebody’s house, their homeowner’s insurance should cover damages.
Before filing a personal injury claim, you usually have to prove the property owner was somehow negligent.
California’s Code of Civil Procedure states personal injury claims should generally be filed “Within two years: An action for assault, battery, or injury to, or for the death of, an individual caused by the wrongful act or neglect of another.”
This includes slip-and-fall accidents. If you do not file a claim before the deadline, the property owner can ask for your lawsuit to be dismissed. As with any aspect of law, there are exceptions. It is always advisable to consult with a personal injury lawyer to get advice tailored to your unique situation.
Under certain circumstances, the statute of limitations can be extended. For example, if a person slips on someone else’s property and does not feel any injuries until several years after the fact.
Government entities in California are generally not liable for personal injuries due to the California Tort Claims Act.
That does not mean you should not file a personal injury claim if you are injured on government property. You usually have six months to file your claim against a government entity. You can pursue litigation only once they deny your claim or enough time has passed.
This extra layer of complications when dealing with slip-and-fall injuries caused by government negligence only makes the process more difficult, which is why hiring an experienced fall attorney is essential.
Premises liability law deals with the responsibility of property owners to ensure individuals are safe on their premises. If you are injured on someone else’s property, the duty owed by the property owner depends on your legal status.
There are three classifications of visitors:
Your legal status in a slip-and-fall claim will affect the outcome of your case. Personal injury attorneys know this, and determining your visitor classification at the location of your fall will be one of the first legal issues you and your attorney work through.
You must also show that the property owner breached their duty to keep their premises safe by not fixing or marking potential tripping hazards.
Causation is another critical element to prove. There must be demonstrable evidence that the unsafe conditions of the property caused your injuries. This connection is crucial when determining liability.
Then, there are the damages from the accident that must be compensated, including medical expenses, lost wages, and funeral expenses if a loved one passes away from a slip-and-fall.
There are a lot of factors in a slip-and-fall case. It is often challenging to file your claim and get maximum compensation. The Advocates have years of experience in this field of law and are ready to take on that challenge with you.
Falls are the number one injury for senior citizens. People over 65 face a level of danger from slip-and-fall accidents that younger folks do not. There are many reasons why, such as:
There is no denying it: Slip-and-fall accidents can lead to catastrophic injuries for senior citizens. All it takes is tripping into a pothole in a parking lot for a slip-and-fall accident to potentially change your life forever.
Anyone who experiences such an incident, whether you are a senior citizen or not, should pursue a personal injury lawsuit.
The following steps exist to protect your health and legal rights. Immediately after a slip-and-fall accident, everything related to your fall can be used as evidence to make your case.
The steps are:
A fall can lead to mild bruising or more catastrophic injuries. Some common injuries fall victims experience are:
We recommend you begin the legal process soon after your slip-and-fall accident. When you call us, we will start with a free case evaluation. Our law office knows how difficult these events are. The stress of pursuing a claim is only matched by the pain of the serious injuries you can get from a slip.
That is why our accident lawyers will work with you step by step, helping you pay medical bills and handling all legal aspects of your accident case.
The Advocates are experienced San Diego slip-and-fall lawyers. Given our experience, we know that accidents of this nature are usually not as severe as auto accidents or truck accidents, but they equally deserve fair compensation.
Do not think a slip-and-fall, however seemingly minor, is not worth a personal injury lawsuit. You deserve to be recompensed for your pain and suffering. You deserve an Advocate who can make that happen.
