Slip and Fall
Sometimes owners of shopping malls, big box stores, parking lots, even small stores fail to keep their floors clear of ice, snow, water, or other slippery substances. This results in people being injured due to slipping and falling on substances that should not be on the floor. Bad lighting can also contribute to these falls. Slip and fall cases can cause lifelong injuries with years of pain and suffering. The slip and fall attorneys at Padway & Padway Law Offices know how to navigate and win these types of claims. With over 80 years of experience, and multi-million-dollar verdicts, we have the skillset, experience, passion, and care to help you through this difficult time.
Getting just compensation means having someone on your side that understands the claim process from start to finish and that is willing to fight for you. At Padway & Padway Law Offices, we selectively choose cases to ensure that you are given the individualized attention that you deserve. In short, you need the firm that will put you first. That firm is Padway & Padway Law Offices – a family firm that treats you like family.
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This means you do not have to pay anything upfront to have us represent you in your case. We offer free consultations to do a full case review so that you fully understand the process. Even if we accept your case, you still don’t pay a thing. We only get paid when we win for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a slip and fall accident?
A slip accident happens when someone slips due to unsafe conditions. Slips can happen inside with a wet floor after moping or due to a spill. They can happen outside with a wet or icy sidewalk, on pavement, or with loose gravel.
A fall accident occurs when someone falls over an obstacle. This can happen when you encounter an object or impediment that causes you to fall over and injure yourself.
Where do slip and fall accidents occur?
A slip and fall accident can occur anywhere. Some common places where slip and fall accidents occur are stores, offices, sidewalks, streets, public transportation, restaurants, and more.
What are some conditions that cause a slip and fall accident?
Hazards that may cause slip and fall accidents include but are not limited to the following:
· Broken or uneven pavement on sidewalks or in parking lots
· Snowy, icy, or wet floors and walkways
· Ripped, torn, or loose rugs or carpeting
· Liquid spills on floors
· Broken or uneven stairs
· Poor lighting in hallways, stairwells, or outside walkways
· Holes in the ground or objects sticking out of the ground
· Broken, missing, or lose handrails
· Defective escalators or elevators
What do you need to prove in a slip and fall case?
A slip and fall accident is a type of premise liability case. It can be brought against any type of property owner or occupier, including a private homeowner, store or other business or a local, state or federal government. Your must prove the following:
1. A condition on the property presented an unreasonable risk of harm to you.
2. The property owner knew, caused, or in the exercise of ordinary care, should have known of the condition and the injury risk.
3. You were injured because of the condition on the property.
What types of compensation can I receive for a slip and fall case?
You are entitled recover for your pain and suffering, emotional trauma, lost wages, medical bills, and incidental expenses because of your slip and fall.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Under Wisconsin Law, you have three years to file a claim against the at fault party for your slip and fall injuries.
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