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A slip-and-fall accident can happen virtually anywhere. What may have been a trip to the grocery store or a night out at dinner can turn into an emergency room visit. The victim may face medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Unfortunately, they usually cannot expect the at-fault parties and their insurers to readily cover their losses.
Having legal counsel after suffering a slip and fall can be valuable. An experienced attorney can review how your accident happened, determine who may have been responsible for it, and find out what the value of your case is. That’s the level of service we bring to each Omaha slip and fall case we handle. The attorneys of Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell are ready to work for you.
How We Can Help
- Why choose Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell?
- Common causes of slip and fall accidents in Omaha
- Common injuries from slip and fall accidents
- Who can be held liable for an Omaha slip and fall accident?
- What does a victim have to prove to win compensation?
- Compensation available in an Omaha slip and fall case
- Frequently asked questions about Omaha slip and fall accidents
- Is there an Omaha slip and fall accident lawyer near me?
Why choose Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell?
It’s difficult to think clearly after suffering a personal injury. Your medical bills start piling up, and the treatments can become exhausting. You probably can’t work and may not know when you can even return. Then there are the intangible losses like pain and suffering and emotional distress. When faced with these circumstances, you need a legal ally you can depend on.
That’s where Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell steps up. We actively engage in the client’s case, seeking positive outcomes in difficult situations. We know you have a life to get back to, so we’re here to represent you with the professionalism, focus, and compassion that you deserve. When you hire us to handle your Omaha slip and fall case, we:
- Carefully investigate how the slip and fall happened and who might be responsible
- Determine the compensation that may be available and the potential value of your case
- Obtain the evidence necessary to support your legal arguments, including through discovery
- Consult with expert witnesses who can provide important testimony regarding damages and other matters
- Negotiate with the at-fault parties and their lawyers to try to reach a favorable settlement
- File a lawsuit, serve it on the defendants, and take your case to trial if necessary
You aren’t just a case file number with us. And we believe our past case results prove that we treat our clients with the personalized advocacy that they deserve. Schedule a free, no-obligation case review to learn more about your options.
Common causes of slip and fall accidents in Omaha
A slip and fall may occur if a property owner or other responsible party allows a dangerous condition that makes it difficult to safely walk or stand. Any sort of slick, unstable, uneven, or otherwise hazardous surface can cause a person to lose their footing, fall, and become seriously injured.
These are among the most common causes of such accidents in Omaha:
- Wet, slippery floors: Spilled liquids, rain, water leaks, recently mopped floors, and otherwise slick surfaces make it harder to walk without having an accident.
- Snow and ice: Winter precipitation can accumulate on sidewalks, in parking lots, on outside stairs, and in walkways and entrances.
- Uneven surfaces: Sidewalk slabs that sink or protrude upwards, cracked sidewalks, potholes in parking lots, and uneven flooring are just a few examples.
- Mats and carpeting: Floor mats can fold over and cause a tripping hazard, while carpeting and rugs can bunch up and make it unsafe to walk.
- Broken stairs and handrails: Cracked and crumbling stairs, missing or broken handrails, and other defects could indicate a lack of maintenance.
- Poor lighting: Insufficient lighting on the outside or inside of a property can make it harder to see and navigate walkways safely.
- Cords and wiring: When cords and wires are not securely fastened to the ground, there’s a good chance someone will trip and get hurt.
- Walkway obstructions: Still another tripping hazard is presented when boxes, debris, and other items clutter walkways and force pedestrians to try to avoid them.
Common injuries from slip and fall accidents
Experiencing a slip and fall may not sound too serious, but it can actually leave a person with debilitating and permanent injuries. This is especially true for the elderly, who are more prone to injury.
Slip-and-fall accident injuries can include:
- Bone fractures
- Sprains and strains
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Back injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Paralysis
- Knee injury
- Shoulder injury
- Hip injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
- Cuts and bruises
Some slip and fall accidents result in catastrophic injuries, which are often permanent and cause victims to sustain massive personal and financial losses.
Who can be held liable for an Omaha slip and fall accident?
Understanding who may be liable in your case is a critical first step toward claiming compensation. Sometimes, more than one party can be held liable. This is good news for the victim because it may mean more sources from which to seek their monetary damages.
Depending on the facts of your case, these parties may be liable for your injuries:
- Property owner: The property owner on record is usually the first party to consider, and their actions or failure to act may have allowed the condition that caused the slip and fall.
- Occupier: The party who actually occupied the property, for example, a commercial tenant, may have been responsible for the hazardous conditions.
- Property manager: Owners and occupiers often delegate certain tasks to property managers, who may be responsible for inspecting and maintaining the premises.
- Maintenance company: This type of company is often hired for the express purpose of maintaining the property and correcting dangerous conditions.
- Other responsible parties: Depending on the unique circumstances of your accident, there may be other parties who are liable for your injuries.
What does a victim have to prove to win compensation?
Victims can file a premises liability lawsuit to seek a number of monetary damages from the at-fault parties. However, they will have the burden of proving several important elements of the case:
- A dangerous condition existed on the property, such as ice or snow.
- The defendant (at-fault party) created the condition, knew about it, or should have known about it by exercising reasonable care, like by conducting a property inspection.
- The defendant should have realized the condition involved an unreasonable risk of harm and should have expected that the visitor might not discover the danger or protect themselves against it.
- The defendant failed to take reasonable steps to either address or correct the hazard or to warn visitors and guests about it.
- The dangerous condition caused the victim to slip and fall.
- The victim suffered various damages as a result.
Compensation available in an Omaha slip and fall case
Damages, or monetary compensation, vary from one case to another. The value of your damages will be based on factors like how seriously you were hurt and whether you can work.
You may be able to request the following types of compensation:
- Medical expenses: These include bills for ambulance care, hospitalization, surgery, prescription drugs, assistive medical devices, and specialist treatments.
- Future medical bills: The victim’s likely future medical needs can also be quantified and could include follow-up treatments, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and much more.
- Lost income: Because the victim may miss work during their recovery, they can include lost income in their demand for damages.
- Loss of future earning capacity: If the victim’s injuries are serious enough, they may not be able to work their job again and could miss years of income and benefits as a result.
- Non-economic damages: These intangible, subjective damages cover such losses as pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and a spouse’s loss of consortium.
- Property damage: If the victim’s personal property was damaged or destroyed in the slip and fall, the cost to repair or replace it may be included.
Frequently asked questions about Omaha slip and fall accidents
What sort of evidence can help my slip and fall case?
Anything related to the cause of the accident, who was responsible for it, and your injuries may be relevant. You should take pictures and record videos of the accident scene. Get the names and contact information of any eyewitnesses. Try to find out who owns the property and make note of the address. Keep your medical bills, income records, and personal notes.
Some evidence, like snow or ice accumulation, can quickly vanish or be removed. You will want to capture this right away. Meanwhile, your lawyer can use subpoenas and other discovery tools to obtain other types of evidence. Talk to an experienced attorney to learn more.
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Is there an Omaha slip and fall accident lawyer near me?
Were you or a loved one injured in a slip and fall accident in the Omaha area? If so, our law office is conveniently located near you. You can find us at 6790 Grover Street, Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68106-3642. We are fairly close to local landmarks such as Elmwood Park, Aksarben Village, the University of Nebraska Omaha, and Baxter Arena.
To reach the office of Inserra Kelley Cooper Sewell by car, you can take Interstate 80 to local streets that serve Grover Street and the 60th to 72nd Street areas. If you wish to take the bus instead, try the Omaha Metro bus service. Reach out if you need assistance getting to our office.
Contact our Omaha slip and fall attorneys
Don’t delay taking action on your slip and fall accident. Medical bills will keep stacking up, you may miss a great deal of work, and your time to file a lawsuit could be limited. Contact us to schedule your initial, confidential case consultation today.