Slip and Fall Legal Services

Your Legal Rights After a Slip and Fall Accident

Accidents happen, but some accidents are preventable. According to Louisiana law, homeowners have premises liability. In other words, they must keep their property reasonably safe. When they don't and someone is injured, then there may be legal recourse for the victim in court.

At Murray & Murray LLC, we've helped victims in just these circumstances. If you've been injured in a slip or fall accident caused by someone's negligence, we can help you as well. We are a trusted legal team in Baton Rouge, LA, and we work extensively with personal injury cases.

Winning your case means you can prove negligence. You must prove that the property owner or person in charge had reasonable knowledge of a potential hazard. They must also have reasonable time to fix it or post warnings. Backing up your claim is easier with photographic evidence, but witness testimony and other evidence can help establish negligence.

If there are no other witnesses, your case will be harder to win, but it's not impossible. You can trust Murray & Murray LLC to work tirelessly on your behalf. We are committed to helping you get the compensation you need to recover, and we are dedicated to justice for you.

Learn About Slip and Fall Injuries

In order to substantiate your case in a slip and fall accident, you really need to understand premises liability. Property owners have to maintain their property and warn people of any hazards. Here are the criteria that must be met to prove negligence:

• Property owner should have known about the hazard
• Property owner failed to address the hazard
• Victim used ordinary care during the incident and had no reason to know about the hazard
• Victim suffered injury due to the negligence

We also take building codes into account. Property owners must meet the criteria for public walkways, floors, and other amenities to stay open. Most cases of slip and fall stem from a failure to maintain these safety standards. Common injuries can include:

• Broken bones
• Head injuries and traumatic brain injuries

Older adults can be more at risk for injury and complications, but anyone can be affected. If you have suffered one of these injuries, let Murray & Murray LLC help. We'll help you move forward with your recovery.

Take Action After a Slip and Fall

After an accident, you have to take care of yourself. Here are the steps you should take:

• Get medical help
• Tell supervisors, property owners, and law enforcement about the accident
• Take photos and videos of the scene and your injuries
• Collect information from anyone involved
• Preserve any evidence
• Avoid talking with insurance companies
• Get legal advice

Remember, it is up to you to prove negligence. This is why Murray & Murray LLC can be such a powerful ally. We know what to do to bolster your case.

• Establish liability
• Negotiate a settlement
• Representation in trial

We'll be here to help you every step of the way. You can be confident that your lawsuit will be filed, and we'll keep your claim compliant with all deadlines and statutes of limitations while managing your trial documentation. Don't wait to call for the help you need. We offer emergency and same-day consultations, and we'll meet with you for free to discuss your case.