Slip and fall instances can be challenging because occasionally the occupier of the property is not the owner. Therefore, you must comprehend why you need a lawyer to determine who was responsible for maintaining the area and what conduct qualifies as negligence.
Every landowner owes a responsibility of care to their property. Property owners may be liable for accidents that result if they are aware of or ought to be aware of a danger and fail to repair it or give the proper notice.
If you have been in an accident, you may be wondering if you need a personal injury lawyer to represent you. In fact, you may believe that representing yourself will save you money. This, however, is a mistake. Here are the top reasons to hire a personal injury lawyer:
- They can provide you with professional support when you need it the most.
- The ability to concentrate on your recovery andYou can rely on their results.
Additionally, occupiers must maintain a fairly secure environment on their property to prevent an slip and fall injury. They must fix the issue and/or issue a caution if they are aware of, or should have known about, a risk in the area they are hiring.
- If you have been injured in a public or private place, you may be entitled to compensation.
- Your entitlements may vary, depending on when and where your injury occurred.
- Landlords and councils have a duty to take reasonable steps to address potential hazards. Failure to do so could amount to negligence if it causes injury to an individual.
- You may be able to claim for compensation if one or more of the following has occurred to you:
- Tripped over a foreign object, with no adequate signage.
- Insufficient lighting causing an individual trip and fall.
- Slipping and falling on a slippery surface
- Falling over potholes and ditches.
- Falling as a result of uneven pavement on footpath or walkway.
- There are often strict time limitations so it’s best to speak with a lawyer at Bowman Attorneys who can advise you of your rights.
- For a free assessment on your matter, contact us.