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In our latest YouTube video (below), personal injury lawyers Andrew and Colton discuss Slip and Fall accidents in commercial settings such as a plaza, supermarket, retail store, shopping mall, etc.
What are the steps you need to take immediately following a slip and fall incident and how do you file a report? Learn about the most common injuries in slip and fall cases and why it is so important to document all injuries and collect evidence of your surroundings and witness contact details.
What To Do Following a Slip and Fall Incident
Why it’s important to report your slip and fall incident ASAP There is a specific time period that we have to provide notice to the potential defendants in the slip and fall case. It’s important to note that on slip and fall/ trip and fall cases in particular, time is critically important and very short as compared to some other injury type claims. Property owners need to be given notice very shortly after so it is important to document your accident in an incident report immediately. Many people are unaware that once these notice periods are up and no notice is provided, it might bar you from ever submitting a claim and recovering any damages from potential defendants. Have More Questions About a Slip and Fall Accident? Call Us for a FREE Consultation. Our Personal Injury lawyers are experienced in serious injury claims throughout Ontario. We are a dedicated Injury Law Firm that provides compassionate and competent legal counsel for the injured and we offer a FREE Consultation so please feel free to call us at 1-866- 234-6093. We are available to take your call 24/7. Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada and Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death in Canada and the United States. Andrew is the author of "Are You a Canadian Injured in the United States? Claim the Damages and Insurance Coverage the Right Way".
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 Slip and fall injuries are common in Ontario, especially when we enter autumn and winter when frost or ice patches may become prevalent. Slip and fall accident often occur on property that is owned or occupied by someone else. Serious injuries can result from a slip and fall accident, including broken ankles, hip injuries, and other orthopedic injuries. Sometimes, serious head injuries can also occur as a result of a slip and fall accident. In rare instances, a slip and fall accident can even result in death, usually as a result of head trauma.
If you or a loved one has suffered an injury as a result of a slip and fall accident, you may be entitled to make a claim. Most of the time, insurance is in place to protect the property owners, managers, contractors, and occupiers in the event that someone is injured on their premises. Ontario slip and fall accidents are the most common premises liability claims. Laws dictate that property owners must provide safe, secure and properly maintained premises. Businesses and homeowners in Ontario may be held liable regardless of why a person enters their property. Here are some common causes of slip and fall injuries:
Slip and Fall accidents may occur just about anywhere in Ontario. Commonly, slip and fall accidents occur on commercial properties such as:
What Should You Do If You Are Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident: If you have experienced an unfortunate slip and fall, your first priority should be to obtain medical attention that you may need to tend to your injuries. If possible, photograph the condition or conditions that caused you to slip whether it be ice or snow, uneven pavement or a broken handrail. Many of the circumstances that caused you to slip and fall could change within hours or even minutes after your accident. That is why it is so important to photograph the area whenever possible. It is also very important to know the location of your fall. Take note of the address and be aware of your surroundings especially if there are security cameras in the area. If you or a loved one has been injured by a slip and fall on a wet floor or uneven surface, the property owner may be responsible for damages or injuries that you suffer and it is important that you seek legal advice as soon as possible. Iacobelli Law Firm represent clients throughout Ontario in personal injury matters including slip and fall accidents. Our firm provides compassionate, professional and effective legal counsel and offers a FREE Consultation. Please feel free to call us at 1-866-234-6093 or complete our online contact form here. We are honoured to serve our clients and our community. Andrew Iacobelli is an experienced personal injury lawyer who established Iacobelli Law Firm with offices located in Ontario, Canada as well as offices in Florida, U.S.A. Andrew restricts his practice to the representation of personal injury victims in claims involving serious injuries and wrongful death. Toronto Trip and Fall Accident Due to Low LightingTrip and fall accidents are particularly common where there are uneven surfaces, such as holes, divots depressions, steps, and dim or low lighting conditions. Property owners need to provide sufficient lighting or other markers or warning to guests in order to identify the presence of uneven surfaces. When a property owner in Ontario fails to provide sufficient lighting, or other markers or warnings of an uneven surface, the consequences can be severe. A person may not be able to see and appreciate the presence of a trip hazard. Such falls often result in serious injuries. Trip and fall accidents can result in orthopaedic injuries such as fractures to leg and ankle bones, often requiring surgery and insertion of plates and screws. These injuries can, and often do, result in lifelong problems associated with pain and reduced function and range of motion. In addition to bone fractures, a serious trip and fall accident may also result in a head injury or traumatic brain injury. Rarely, a trip and fall accident can result in death.
If you or a loved one has been seriously injured as a result of a trip and fall due to the poor condition or maintenance of property, contact a Toronto trip and fall accident lawyer at Iacobelli Law Firm for a free consultation. Connect with Andrew Iacobelli on Google+ Most of Ontario business owners and operators take care of their premises in the winter by removing ice and snow in order to prevent injury from slip and fall accidents. Sometimes, however, property owners do not maintain their premises, resulting in Ontario slip and fall accidents. Although this has been a mild winter so far, forecasters are predicting a normal Ontario winter. That means plenty of days with ice and snow.
In Ontario, slip and fall accidents on ice and snow result in broken ankles, hip injuries, and other fractures and orthopaedic injuries. Sometimes, serious head injuries also occur as a result of a slip and fall accident. A slip and fall accident is particularly dangerous for seniors. Ontario Liability For Slip and Fall Accidents: In Ontario, property owners must provide safe, secure, and properly maintained premises. As such, if you were injured as a result of a slip and fall due to an inadequately maintained businesses or home, you may be able to advance an Ontario slip and fall accident claim. Free Consultation With Ontario Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer: If you or a loved one has been seriously injured as a result of a slip and fall accident, contact Iacobelli Law Firm to speak with a Ontario personal injury lawyer. We offer free consultations to prospective clients and No Win - No Fee retainers. Connect with Andrew Iacobelli on Google+  When a person is injured as a result of a slip or trip fall in Ontario, they may be able to sue the party that negligently caused the circumstances or conditions that led to the injury. An injured individual can advance a claim in the form of a slip-and-fall lawsuit against the owner of the property where the fall occurred. In order to bring a slip-and-fall claim, there must be some negligence on the part of the property owner or other party, which caused the fall and injury. In Ontario, slip-and-fall cases are vigorously defended. Often, the slip-and-fall lawyers acting on behalf of the property owner will attempt to defend by claiming that the property owner acted reasonably under the circumstances. Another common defence to Ontario trip-and-fall lawsuits is that the injured party bears responsibility for the incident. Determining whether you have a viable slip-and-fall case against a property owner in Ontario will usually require some analysis by an experienced slip-and-fall lawyer. If you believe that you may have a slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall claim due to ice or snow, slippery floors, uneven surfaces, or other defective conditions, you should not delay in speaking with an Ontario slip-and-fall lawyer. Early preservation of evidence and, in particular, site conditions is important. Iacobelli Law Firm is a personal injury boutique firm. We offer prospective clients a free consultation. To schedule your free consultation, call us or complete our on-line contact form.  Serious ankle fractures and other Injuries to a persons bones, joints and supporting structures like muscles, cartilage, ligaments and tendons often result from trauma sustained in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and slip and fall accidents and pedestrian accidents. Trimalleolar fractures are one of the most serious ankle fractures. Recovery from a trimalleolar ankle fracture may be difficult. A trimalleolar fracture may also be complicated by infection, nerve or blood vessel damage, and arthritis.
Often, serious orthopaedic injuries require surgery, which may include open reduction with internal fixation of plates, screws or other hardware. Ankle fractures are serious and may have life-long consequences. Significant ankle injuries can adversely impact on the ability to earn an income, participate in home maintenance, and engage in leisure activities. If you or a loved one sustained a trimalleolar fracture of other serious injury to your bones as a resulf of a slip and fall, car accident or pedestrian accident, contact a dedicated personal injury lawyer for a complimentary consultation. |
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