Stairway Slip And Fall Lawyer

If you or a loved one recently suffered a slip and fall while on a stairway, you know that the injuries and hardships caused by this accident can be life-altering. Sadly, we take for granted walking from one level of a house or commercial property to another via a stairway. Most of the time, there is little thought involved in going up or down the steps or a full set of stairs. Our bodies know the size of the steps, and muscle memory takes over. It feels as effortless as walking on a flat surface.

However, it is not uncommon for a minor issue or slight damage to the stairway to result in significant injuries when a person suffers a stairway slip and fall in an office building, medical facility, apartment building, restaurant, or hotel. If you are now forced to live with the reality of severe injuries from a stairway slip and fall injury incident, please know that the exceptional stairway slip and fall lawyers at Kenmore Law Group are ready to help. Our staff can be reached 24/7 to help you understand the ramifications of your injuries, which could be to blame for the harm you endured, and how to seek any compensation owed to you. Our lawyers have decades of combined experience in helping victims of stairway slip and fall injury accidents to ensure they get the full and fair compensation owed to them.

In addition to answering your general questions during your first conversation with a Kenmore Law Group staff member, they will help you schedule your free consultation with a skilled and successful stairway slip and fall lawyer to discuss your case in depth. Once they have all the facts, they will provide you with a comprehensive evaluation of the legal merit of the case and advise you if you have grounds to sue a property owner or manager for the harm you suffered. But please make sure you reach out to our office as rapidly as possible, as there is a time limit for you to file a lawsuit against the party who is to blame for your injuries due to a stairway slip and fall.

Common Stairway Hazards You Might Encounter
Most people trot up and down the stairs countless times in their lives. While the effort appears to be little more than is needed to walk on level ground, the potential for injuries is massively higher. Just catching your toe on a loose carpet could send you falling a dozen feet or more down solid wood steps that could break bones and tear flesh.

As you are using steps in the future, be sure to pay close attention to these issues or areas to ensure you avoid all common safety hazards associated with stairways, such as:

• Damaged surfaces covering the stairs, such as carpet or a runner
• Broken or worn components like the wood surface where you place your foot or the supporting structures
• Poor lighting could cause you to miss seeing an obstacle on the steps or a defective piece of wood in the stairway
• Litter or trash that was dropped on the steps but not picked up
• Food or drinks that were spilled on the stairway, making the surface slippery
• Stairs that were poorly repaired or built and are not square and level or that have exposed hardware or other hazardous features
• Steps that were not built to building code and are not the proper size
• Loose step treads
• Items that could have been placed on the stairway, such as shoes, books, clothing, or other items that are meant to be carried up the stairs at a later time

Common Stairway Slip And Fall Accident Injuries
Because of the sharp edges on most stairs and the sturdy construction and components of the staircase, slip and fall incidents while on the stairs can cause severe injuries. Sadly, instead of a single collision with the ground when walking on a flat surface, victims of a stairway slip and fall can suffer many points of impact and a variety of injuries, including:

• Back, neck, or spinal cord damage
• Head injuries ranging from a skull fracture to a traumatic brain injury
• Broken, shattered or fractured bones
• Joint dislocations or damage to the connective tissue of joints
• Damage to internal organs and internal bleeding
• Severe lacerations or puncture wounds
• Facial damage to the skin, eyes, nose, ears, mouth, or teeth

Who Could Be Responsible For Your Stairway Slip And Fall Injuries
Under California premises liability laws, the owner of any property is responsible for providing safe and functional stairways. If they are not onsite and maintaining the space, their staff or agents must maintain the stairways in a safe manner. This responsibility includes making regular inspections to ensure that any wear and tear or damage to the stairs or safety handrails is repaired in a prompt manner.

If you feel that your stairway slip and fall injuries were caused because the stairs were unsafe or had not been adequately maintained, don’t hesitate to contact the experienced stairway slip and fall injury lawyers at Kenmore Law Group. Our experts will help determine who could be to blame for the hazard that caused your injuries, such as the property owner, a property management company, or a maintenance team who was tasked with caring for the stairway.

What Is The Possible Value Of My Stairway Slip And Fall Accident Injury Lawsuit?
It is vital to understand that the amount of compensation for any lawsuit is independently determined based on the losses and expenses suffered by the victim. Your Kenmore Law Group stairway slip and fall legal team will help you compile all allowable costs to include in your lawsuit compensation to ensure you are fully paid for all you endured. The items often included in a slip and fall injury lawsuit are:

• All current and projected medical expenses related to the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of your slip and fall injuries, as well as any necessary mental healthcare to overcome the trauma and stress caused by the accident and injuries
• The replacement value of any personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the stairway slip and fall injury incident
• Your lost income if your slip and fall injuries prevent you from working at your regular job until fully healed and for any income lost while you attend medical appointments or treatment related to the stairway slip and fall injuries you sustained
• All legal costs related to preparing, filing, and litigating your stairway slip and fall injury lawsuit

If you suffered severe injuries or face a lengthy recovery process, you can seek additional compensation for your pain and suffering. Because this is not a documented amount, your Kenmore Law Group slip and fall legal team will help you select a fair amount based on recently resolved cases with similar injuries and circumstances as yours.

The Statute Of Limitations For Your Stairway Slip And Fall Injury Lawsuit
The Statute of Limitation defines how long a victim has to file their claim with the court. The amount of time provided will vary based on the legal matter involved in the lawsuit. However, in all cases, once the Statute of Limitations has expired, the victim loses the right to seek compensation via a lawsuit. In addition, there are minimal exceptions to provide added time to file your claim. So, seeking legal guidance as quickly as possible after suffering a stairway slip and fall accident injury is wise to ensure your legal team has time to prepare and file your claim.

In a case involving a stairway slip and fall, you have two years from the date of the injury incident to file your case with the court. If you were initially unaware you were hurt, the time limit of two years begins on the date that you discovered the injuries. Please get in touch with Kenmore Law Group today to discuss the details of your case with a seasoned stairway slip and fall injury lawyer to learn more about filing a lawsuit against the responsible party and the possible value of your lawsuit.

How Can I Afford To Hire Kenmore Law Group
Many victims of a personal injury, such as a stairway slip and fall, are afraid they cannot afford to hire a legal team to represent them and seek the compensation they are owed. Often, the victim is unable to work and faces mounting medical bills and other expenses, making it impossible to afford the out-of-pocket costs and upfront fees charged by most law firms, However, when you contact Kenmore law Group, you will be pleasantly surprised to learn that we never ask for any upfront payments. Our firm only gets paid after the case is completed, and you have the compensation that you deserve. This allows you to pay your legal expenses without any additional challenges or hardships.

Finally, you owe Kenmore Law Group nothing if we fail to win your stairway slip and fall injury lawsuit and deliver much-needed compensation. This is part of our pledge to each client to put their needs first in everything we do and to ensure they will never face added legal debt if our team fails to win their lawsuit. Please reach out to our team today to learn more about your rights as a personal injury victim and who could be responsible for the stairway slip and fall injuries you sustained; the call and consultation are always free, and you will never be pressured to hire our firm or pursue legal action.