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All property owners and employers have a responsibility to keep their premises safe and free of hazards — but unfortunately, some of these individuals can neglect their duties. If you are the victim of a slip and fall in Boulder, you can experience severe injury, unexpected expenses, and emotional damage as a result of this negligence.
Collect the compensation you need to recover by filing a premises liability lawsuit with the help of Jordan Law. Our attorneys have years of experience assisting residents of Boulder and beyond with litigation against negligent property owners.
What Is a Slip and Fall Accident Case?
A slip and fall accident happens when someone gets hurt because of a dangerous condition on someone else’s property. This might include slippery floors, broken stairs, or uneven sidewalks. In a slip and fall case, the injured person may be able to hold the property owner responsible for their injuries.
How Our Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers Can Help You
If you’ve been hurt in a slip and fall accident, you might feel overwhelmed. At Jordan Law, we’re here to guide you through the legal process and help you get the compensation you deserve. Here’s how we can assist:
- Investigate the accident: We’ll gather evidence to show how the accident happened and who is responsible.
- Negotiate with the insurance company: We’ll handle all communication and fight for a fair settlement.
- Represent you in court: If a fair agreement isn’t reached, we’ll take your case to trial.
- Provide support: We’ll answer your questions and be by your side every step of the way.
How May I Receive Compensation for a Slip and Fall Accident?
To receive compensation, you’ll need to prove that the property owner was negligent. This means they didn’t take proper care to make their property safe. A lawyer can help you gather evidence and build your case.
Understanding Negligence
To win your case, you’ll need to show four things:
- Duty: The property owner had a duty to keep their property safe.
- Breach: They failed to meet that duty by not fixing or warning about a hazard.
- Causation: The unsafe condition caused your injury.
- Damages: You suffered losses, like medical bills or lost wages, because of the accident.
Contributory Negligence in Colorado
In Colorado, if you are partly responsible for the accident, your compensation may be reduced. If you are more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover damages.
Who Is Responsible for My Injuries?
The property owner, business, or another party may be responsible if they:
- Knew about the hazard and didn’t fix it.
- Should have known about the hazard through regular inspections.
What Compensation Can I Receive?
You may be able to recover:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Future medical expenses
What Are the Potential Sources of Recovery?
Compensation might come from:
- The property owner’s insurance
- Business insurance policies
- Your own health or disability insurance
Common Injuries in a Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall accidents often cause:
- Broken bones
- Sprains and strains
- Head injuries
- Back and neck injuries
- Cuts and bruises
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Some of the most common causes include:
- Wet or slippery floors
- Cracked sidewalks
- Poor lighting
- Cluttered walkways
- Broken stairs
What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident
- Seek medical attention right away.
- Report the accident to the property owner or manager.
- Take pictures of the hazard and your injuries.
- Collect contact information for witnesses.
- Contact Jordan Law to discuss your case.
Why You Should Hire Jordan Law
- Experienced attorneys: We have years of experience handling slip and fall cases.
- Proven results: We’ve helped clients recover millions in compensation.
- No upfront fees: We work on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t pay unless we win.
What Does It Cost to Hire A Personal Injury Lawyer For A Slip and Fall Case?
We work on a contingency fee basis. That means that you don’t have to worry about legal fees upfront. We are paid a percentage of your settlement amount, only if we recover compensation for you.
Contact Our Boulder Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers
- We understand the slip and fall recovery process can be lengthy and painful. Our attorneys will handle each aspect of your claim so you can focus on healing, not paperwork.
- Our firm operates on a contingency fee basis to limit your out of pocket costs. You will not pay any legal fees unless we secure a settlement in your claim.
- Our attorneys have extensive trial and negotiation experience. We will not hesitate to escalate your case to the courtroom if you do not receive an adequate settlement offer.
Frequently Asked Slip and Fall Injury Questions
How Can You Prove a Boulder Slip and Fall Claim?
If you are filing a slip and fall lawsuit, you will need to prove that the person responsible for the hazardous conditions that led to your fall acted in negligence. This means that he or she either knew or should have reasonably known about the hazard and failed to take action.
How Do You Prove Negligence of a Slip and Fall Injury?
To prove negligence, you and your attorney will need to gather evidence to prove the following four elements:
- The at-fault party owed you a duty of care.
- The at-fault party breached his or her duty of care.
- The breach of care directly caused your injuries.
- You suffered damages as a result of your injuries you can claim in your lawsuit.
For example, say that you slip on a patch of ice in front of a grocery store. The snow had recently melted and frozen over, and the grocery store employees failed to clear away the snow or post hazard signs. You suffer broken bones and a concussion as a result of these injuries.
You can establish that the store owners had a duty of care to maintain safe premises, including clearing away snow before it melts and turns into ice. The grocery store failed to uphold its duty by failing to clear the snow or posting hazard signs.
You can use your medical records and witness testimony to prove your injuries, and your attorney can help you understand which damages you qualify for.
What Are Possible Defenses in Slip and Fall Cases?
While you may have the evidence necessary to establish negligence in your slip and fall case, the at-fault party and his or her lawyer will likely come with a set of defenses to try and diminish your credibility.
For example, the at-fault party may claim that you were trespassing at the time of the accident and had no legal right to be on the property, thus nullifying your claim. He or she may also claim that you were not wearing proper shoes that day, contributing to the fall. The at-fault party may also state that he or she was unaware of the hazard and had no reasonable way to know about it.
In these situations, your attorney from Jordan Law will conduct a thorough investigation into your claim to combat these defenses. We will utilize the full extent of our resources and expert witnesses to build a compelling claim in your favor.
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Why Hire Boulder Slip and Fall Lawyers?
We focus on our clients
At our firm, clients come first. We care about the individuals we represent and work hard so victims and their families can obtain the justice they deserve. Our team believes there is a direct correlation between our passion for what we do and our continued success in fighting for the rights of the injured. Our track record affirms this. We have proven our ability to win.
We take the time necessary
As our client, you can always rely on us to be available for your questions and concerns. We work very hard to give each case the nuanced advocacy required. Rather than overloading our attorneys with cases, we are selective so that we can be sure to give each case we accept the full attention it needs. Our firm is available to clients 24/7 throughout the duration of their case.
We are respected in our field
Our lead attorney is a member of the prestigious, invitation-only Million Dollar Advocates Forum® and has been named among The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40. Our reputation in the profession only affirms what our clients already know: When it comes to fighting for the injured, Jordan Law is a team on which you can count.