Types of Slip and Fall Accidents | Houston Tx Lawyers

Slip and fall accidents can result in broken bones, head trauma, or internal bruising. In particular, the elderly and immunocompromised are the most at risk for severe injury from slip and fall accidents. Every year, there are thousands of slip and fall accidents across Houston. Many of the victims of these accidents are eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit according to Texas law.

What exactly is a slip and fall accident? The following examples are the most common types of slip and fall accidents. However, if you are unsure if your accident should be categorized as a slip and fall injury or if you have questions relating to liability for your injuries, contact a qualified personal injury lawyer.

The first example of slip and fall accidents is injuries caused by cluttered or obstructed walkways. For example, the proprietors of grocery stores must keep the aisles cleared of merchandise to be shelved. Narrow, cluttered walkways can be difficult to navigate and may result in accidents.

Slippery sidewalk accidents often happen at businesses such as local pools or water parks. Wet sidewalks may be unavoidable at these businesses; however, it is the proprietor’s responsibility to hang signage warning patrons of the presence of slippery walkways. Failure to do so may result in slip and fall injuries caused due to patrons’ ignorance of dangerous conditions.

We all know how dangerous black ice can be on the sidewalks in winter (even in Houston!). People often slip on icy and snowy surfaces. Business owners must clear or salt icy sidewalks, stairs, or parking lots to protect their customers.

Because of the potential of a long fall, slip and fall accidents on stairs can be the most dangerous (particularly for the elderly). It is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure all stairways are open, accessible, and even.

Elevators (or escalators) that are improperly maintained or malfunctioning may come to a sudden stop, jostling passengers into a sudden fall. If a business owner has failed to ensure the functioning of their elevator, they could be held legally responsible for any injuries caused by the disruption in service (in these cases, your Houston slip and fall accident attorney would need to establish the owner was aware of the potential of elevator malfunction).

It is the duty of property owners to address curling rugs, raised floorboards, uneven doorsteps, or any other damage to their flooring that may present a risk for patrons.

Personal injury lawyers in Houston Tx can help eligible victims of slip and fall accidents file a personal injury lawsuit against negligent property owners. All of the above examples are instances in which the negligence of a business owner or proprietor resulted in a slip and fall accident. No matter the circumstances, if your slip and fall injuries were caused by a property owner’s failure to upkeep their premises, you have the right to seek fair compensation for your physical injuries, financial losses, and emotional suffering as a result of your accident.

If you need legal representation for a Houston slip and fall accident lawsuit, the injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help you win fair compensation for the full extent of your losses. Our “client-first” approach and dedication to justice have earned us millions of dollars in compensation for our clients.

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