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Brockton Slip And Fall Accident Lawyers
Holding property owners accountable for failing to protect you
Every day, countless people slip, trip, or fall. Most of those falls are minor incidents that leave you with a few cuts and bruises and perhaps a bit of embarrassment. In more serious cases, you can suffer serious, debilitating injuries. Often, a slip and fall accident is caused by a condition on someone else’s property that the property owner or occupier should have discovered, fixed, or warned visitors about. At the Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan, our accident attorneys have more than 35 years of experience holding irresponsible property owners accountable for preventable slip and fall accidents. We seek full compensation for all of the victim’s damages. Call us now to assert your right to compensation.
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- What types of accidents cause people to slip and fall in Brockton?
- How do your Brockton slip and fall lawyers fight for accident victims?
- What types of injuries do slip and fall victims suffer?
- Who is responsible for my slip and fall accident in Brockton?
- How much is my slip and fall claim worth?
- What is the statute of limitations for filing a slip and fall claim in Brockton?
- What can slip and fall victims do after an accident occurs?
- Do you have a slip and fall accident lawyer near me in Brockton, Massachusetts?
What types of accidents cause people to slip and fall in Brockton?
Most slip and fall accidents are preventable. Often, the property owner knew or should have known of a dangerous condition and failed to take the time or money to fix the problem. At The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan, our personal injury lawyers handle all types of slip and fall accidents, including the following:
Floors, aisles, lobbies. Customers and visitors may slip and fall due to:
- Wet floors that are not properly marked or dried.
- Waxed or polished floors and other slippery or sticky cleaning agents.
- Dropped or foreign substances that are not cleared away.
- Floor mats that are worn, improperly placed, or installed.
Steps, stairs, and stairwells. These slip and fall accidents are often due to the following:
- Slippery or worn steps
- Inadequate lighting
- Defective railings
- Loose floorboards
- Obscured or dark stairways
Dangerous or faulty doors. Anyone who enters or exits a building can slip and fall due to:
- Automatic swinging doors
- Automatic electrical doors
Parking lots and sidewalks. Property owners have a duty to prevent slip and fall accidents in Brockton due to:
- Uneven payment
- Potholes
- Bad design
How do your Brockton slip and fall lawyers fight for accident victims?
Our firm zealously pursues maximum financial recovery on behalf of our clients who have been injured due to the negligence of property or business owners by:
- Investigating your accident. We secure and review accident scene photos, accident/incident reports, eyewitness statements, records of prior complaints, surveillance camera footage, and medical records. The purpose of the investigation is to show that the property owner knew or should have known about the poor condition that caused your fall – and failed to take appropriate steps to correct that condition.
- Collaborating with engineering and medical experts. These experts help us persuasively explain how the property or business owner’s negligence caused the fall that resulted in your injuries.
- Handling all phases of your claim, including:
- Calculating the extent of your past, ongoing, and future damages.
- Filing and negotiating claims with the responsible insurance companies.
- Advocating for you before a judge and jury.
In addition, our firm can help you by referring you to medical providers that will treat your injuries. We will also work to get your medical insurance to help defray the costs of your recovery. Our goal is to obtain the compensation you deserve from the negligent property or business owner.
What types of injuries do slip and fall victims suffer?
Our Brockton slip and fall lawyers handle all types of injuries, including:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Head and face injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Nerve and muscle damage
- Internal injuries
- Eye injuries
- Traumatic amputation/loss of limb
- Broken bones and fractures
- Ligament, tendon, and muscle injuries
- Arm and elbow injuries
- Neck, back, and shoulder injuries
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Death
How much is my slip and fall claim worth?
Many slip and fall accident victims suffer catastrophic (life-altering injuries), permanent, or serious injuries. We work with your doctors (and life planners if necessary) to understand and verify the full scope and severity of your injuries. Our attorneys also work with your employer(s) and financial experts to verify your lost income.
We demand compensation for all your current and future damages, including:
- Medical expenses. These costs include your emergency care (medical transport and ER care), hospital bills, doctor’s office visits, surgeries, physical and occupational therapy, psychological counseling, pain medications, mobility or medical equipment, and long-term care costs.
- Lost income. This includes your wages, business income, and benefits for the time you miss from work due to your injuries – including lost earning capacity if your disabilities prevent you from returning to work or otherwise cause you to suffer a reduction in your income.
- Pain and suffering or emotional distress. We demand compensation for every time you ache, cry, itch, feel discomfort, become anxious, suffer depression – or hurt in any way – for every day you hurt.
- Other losses. These include the loss of bodily function, the inability to enjoy your life as you did before the slip and fall, and the loss of consortium.
What is the statute of limitations for filing a slip and fall claim in Brockton?
Generally, you must file your personal injury claim within three years from the date of the fall. The time limit is shorter if you fall at a location owned or run by a governmental entity or agency.
Please contact us as soon as possible. The sooner we speak with you, the faster we can investigate your case and review the medical status of your injuries.
What can slip and fall victims do after an accident occurs?
Your first priority is your health. You, a person with you, or someone on behalf of the property owner should make arrangements for your transport to an emergency room or urgent care center.
To the extent that you can, you should:
- Notify the property or business owner of your accident.
- Take photos of the accident scene. Try to photograph whatever may have caused your fall, such as a puddle of liquid or a patch of ice. Also, photograph any warning signs, the lighting in the area, and (if applicable) the outside weather.
- Call our experienced Brockton slip and fall accident lawyers.
After your accident, you may be contacted by an insurance adjuster or attorneys with a request for a statement. Those parties hope you will say something that they can use to defend against your claim. Instead, let our Brockton slip and fall accident attorneys deal with the insurance companies and their lawyers. We can look out for your rights and interests when dealing with insurance companies.
Do you have a slip and fall accident lawyer near me in Brockton, Massachusetts?
Yes. Our office in Brockton is located at 555 Pleasant Street. If your injuries prevent you from coming to us, we can make arrangements to see you at your home or a convenient location. We also speak with accident victims by phone and through online consultations such as Zoom or FaceTime.
Our lawyers will fight to restore your health, your confidence, and your finances.
Speak with our Brockton slip and fall lawyers today
For over 35 years, The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan has been helping personal injury victims hold property owners and other defendants accountable for the injuries they cause. Our Brockton slip and fall lawyers are respected by former clients for our compassion, dedication to their case, personal involvement, and record of impressive results. We handle slip and fall cases on a contingency fee basis. This means there is no cost to you unless we obtain compensation for your accident.
Please call us today or submit our contact form to schedule a free consultation.