Many terms related to personal injury law can be vague and amorphous to the non-lawyer – “negligence” and “duty” for example may not have obvious meanings to you. But “slip and fall” pretty much describes exactly what it is: a plaintiff slips on a dangerous surface, and then falls and injures himself as a result. While the thought of a person slipping and falling may bring to mind classic slapstick routines, actual slip and fall accidents are anything but a laughing matter.
Slip and fall accidents often lead to fractures, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and other serious damage. The consequences of these injuries can go on for years and decades, resulting in huge medical bills and rehabilitation costs, and pain and suffering endured over a lifetime. Individuals hurt in slip and fall accidents through the negligence of property owners may be entitled to claim compensation for their injuries. But how exactly is that negligence shown?