Trash in the Street Trip and Fall Lawsuit Attorney

Let’s face it – trash is something we put in bags and put out on the curb for pickup. Rarely do we ever think about the system that allows for this to happen, or the impact of that system falling apart. The truth is, sanitation is a critical factor in our health and safety, and it’s not just a matter of foul odors coming from trash that’s sitting out for too long. Trash in the streets and other areas where it doesn’t belong can spread diseases by attracting mice and other vermin. It can also result in accidents when people trip over the debris from overflowing trash.

A backlog of garbage can happen when there is poor leadership, undertrained or careless workers, and other problems within the city’s sanitation department. Another possibility is negligence by property owners that put out trash on days when they’re not supposed to, or put out items that must be scheduled for pick up. Others may not take the time to ensure that the bags are not leaking or loose at the top. As a result, garbage ends up on the street and sidewalks, where it can cause injuries to others.

Were you harmed from a trip and fall because of trash in the street? If so, please take a moment to contact our law firm and talk to a fall accident lawsuit attorney. We can advise you of your rights during a free consultation and help you obtain compensation for your monetary losses.

Your Right to Sue for a Trip and Fall Accident

Loose trash from garbage pileup is an on-going problem in many cities, particularly in downtown areas that are full of apartment buildings, offices, stores, and restaurants. When garbage is not handled properly or removed on time, trash can easily spill out into the street. Aside from the smell, debris and liquid waste from the garbage can result in trip and fall and slip and fall accidents.

So, who is responsible when someone gets hurts from tripping over garbage on the street or sidewalk? Certainly, the sanitation department may be at fault if they are not picking up the trash on a regular basis. But even if trash is removed on time, sanitation workers may be careless in how they empty the trash cans into the truck, meaning some of the garbage spills out on to the street. Or, the trash bags are not secured properly so they fall out from the back of the truck. Failing to notice these things can also be the reason why someone falls down from tripping over debris in the street.

Of course, problems with trash are not always due to a failure by the city. Many homeowners and businesses neglect their duty to ensure that trash is properly bagged and secured. People also put out trash items days before the actual pick up date, simply because they do not want it in their house, store, office, etc. Another issue is property owners that put out huge amounts of trash on the curb at once, which increase the possibility of debris ending up in the surrounding areas. People may also trip over trash bags and piles of garbage if they need to walk around the mess because there is limited space on the sidewalk.

In any of these situations, you have the right to seek compensation for your harm and suffering. For more information on how to file a trip and fall lawsuit, schedule a free case evaluation today.

Injuries Caused by a Trip and Fall

When you trip over something and fall down, there are many injuries that you can sustain from the impact of your body hitting the ground. With trash in the street, there is a good chance that your injuries will be exacerbated by sharp or hard objects. Possible injuries from a trip and fall incident include:

• Deep cuts to the skin
• Infections from germs getting into open wounds
• Wrist or ankle sprain
• Fractured or dislocated shoulder
• Neck of spinal cord injury
• Hip fracture
• Chipped / lost teeth
• Vision or hearing loss
• Traumatic brain injury
• Back injuries, like herniated disc
• Broken tailbone
• Ruptured spleen
• Torn ACL of MCL (knee injury)
• Chronic pain
• Loss of function due to nerve damage

Quite a few of these conditions are medical emergencies, meaning that you must see a doctor right away to prevent permanent complications. Make sure to save all your medical records and bills related to the accident and contact our law firm as soon as possible. That way, we can get right to work on investigating your accident and filing the paperwork that’s needed to recover your damages.

Accident Claims against the Government – What is the Deadline?

Under the California Tort Claims Act, lawsuits against government entities must be initiated with a liability claim. Each city has its own set of claim forms, which you must complete and submit with the applicable evidence within 6 months of when you had the accident. If you miss the filing deadline of 6 months, you will lose the right to seek medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other forms of compensation that you need to recover and move forward from the accident.

Our team of slip and fall and trip and fall attorneys have many years of experience with injury claims against city, county, and state agencies in California. We will take care of the legal process from start to finish and ensure that you receive maximum payment from a government liability claim.

How Long Do I have to Sue a Property Owner?

If you are filing a premises liability claim against a business or homeowner, the deadline is 2 years from when you were injured, which is normally the date of the accident. Aside from the stature of limitations, there are many other differences between suing a private entity versus filing a government claim. By working with a trash in the street trip and fall lawyer, you can ensure that you are taking the correct steps based on the circumstances of your accident. If you have any questions or concerns about the process of suing for injuries from a trip and fall, feel free to contact our office.

Legal Advice from a Fall Injury Accident Lawyer

Whether you need help with a government liability claim or a premises liability lawsuit, the attorneys of Kenmore Law Group are here for you, 24/7. All you have to do in contact us and schedule a free case review to learn about your rights and legal options.

If going ahead with an injury claim is right for you, there is nothing for you to pay upfront, as we have a Zero Fee Guarantee. Under this agreement, we agree to represent you on contingency and wait till the end of your lawsuit to receive payment. Since we only get paid by winning your case, you pay $0 in legal fees if we don’t recover your settlement.

Our trip and fall lawsuit attorneys look forward to meeting you and fighting for the compensation you deserve.