Slip and Fall Injury
Many Premises Liability cases such as a Slip and Fall accident are not as straight-forward as they may appear. Some of the factors that often complicate Slip and Fall injury cases are State Laws (contributory vs. comparative negligence) & insurance coverage.
What is Premises Liability?
Serious slip and fall injuries can result from several unsafe and preventable situations, including:
- slippery floors and standing water, ice, or snow
- uneven or damaged walkways, slippery stairs, or poor maintenance
- assault by a third party due to inadequate security, including lights and surveillance
- construction site injuries, especially in non-workers
- drowning accidents in pools
- objects falling from shelves
Contributory Negligence
North Carolina is one of several states that still adopts the idea Contributory Negligence in Slip and Fall Premises Liability cases.
Comparative Negligence
South Carolina uses a Comparative Negligence model when Slip and Fall Premises Liability cases. Comparative Negligence provides that even if the injured person is 1% at fault for their injuries a jury or judge can award an amount proportionate to the fault to be assigned to the other responsible party.
Confused about what to do next?
Don't go in alone. Crumley Roberts Attorneys at Law have sucessfully settled and litigated numerous Slip and Fall Premises Liability Cases throughout North Carolina and South Carolina.
