New Jersey Premises Liability Lawyer
When you legally walk onto another person’s property, whether it is a friend’s house for dinner, the mall to go shopping, or the supermarket to buy groceries, you don’t expect to fall and suffer an injury.
Although you may be cautious about your surroundings and any hazardous conditions, you simply cannot prevent all accidents.
When a dangerous condition exists on someone else’s property that causes you to suffer a slip and fall injury, you may be entitled to financial compensation from the property owner. However, proving liability in a New Jersey slip and fall case can be difficult. That’s why you must understand how New Jersey premises liability law applies to slip and fall cases to obtain the maximum coverage you deserve following a slip and fall accident.
The legal team at Beninato & Matrafajlo Attorneys at Law is dedicated to providing injured slip and fall victims in New Jersey with the help and guidance they need to hold responsible parties liable and obtain the compensation they deserve.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
According to the National Floor Safety Institute, slip and fall accidents account for nearly 8 million hospital emergency room visits annually and are the leading cause of emergency room visits. In addition, in 5% of reported slip and fall cases, fractures are reported as the most severe injury.
Some of the most common causes of slip and fall premises liability accidents in New Jersey include the following:
- Wet and slippery floors: Wet floors are a leading cause of slip and fall accidents. Any spills should be cleaned up immediately, and warning signs should be erected to warn visitors when floors are wet.
- Cluttered or messy spaces: Merchandise, items in store aisles, or other things left out in public spaces can act as tripping hazards and cause tip and fall accidents.
- Damaged floors and stairways: Property owners should not neglect broken or loose stairs, torn carpeting, or damaged flooring, as these are often culprits in New Jersey slip-and-fall accidents.
- Inadequate lighting: When a property does not have sufficient lighting allowing individuals to see stairs, obstacles, changes in the walkway, or other potential hazards, slip and fall accidents become more common.
New Jersey Slip and Fall Accident Locations
The hazardous conditions listed above can happen anywhere, but here are some of the most common locations that are at risk for slip and fall injuries and accidents:
- Stores
- Restaurants
- Playgrounds and parks
- Theaters, arenas, and stadiums
- Retirement homes
- Workplaces
- Private homes
Regardless of where your slip-and-fall accident occurred, the owner will most likely have insurance to cover the costs associated with an accident claim.
If you are the victim of a slip and fall accident in New Jersey, you’ll want to hire an aggressive and experienced personal injury lawyer who can prove that the negligence or recklessness of the property owner caused the accident so that you can obtain the compensation you deserve.
Common Injuries Suffered By Slip and Fall Victims
Slip and fall accidents are among the leading causes of some of the most severe personal injuries, often resulting in excruciating pain, long-term suffering, and the need for extensive medical care, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Some common injuries resulting from a New Jersey premises liability accident include:
- Head injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Broken or fractured bones
- Facial injuries
- Lacerations, cuts, and bruises
- Spinal cord injuries
- Neck and back injuries
The more severe your injuries are, the more expensive it will be to care for and treat them. You may even need surgical procedures that could be very costly, in addition to the rehabilitation and physical therapy that may be necessary following the surgery.
If a property owner’s negligence caused your injuries, a New Jersey slip and fall lawyer will guide you through the steps necessary to hold negligent parties financially responsible.
Recovering Damages In a New Jersey Premises Liability Case
In New Jersey, anyone injured due to another party’s negligence or recklessness is entitled to compensation for the following:
- Past and future medical costs
- Loss of past wages
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Emotional suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Pain and suffering
- Any other out-of-pocket expenses related to the slip and fall accident
At Beninato & Matrafajlo, our New Jersey premises liability attorneys will investigate the specific facts of your case to determine how we can help obtain the maximum compensation you are entitled to.
For you to get the most value from your premises liability case, the following factors will be considered:
- The specific type of injuries you have suffered
- The cost of your medical care, including any future medical and rehabilitation expenses that you may incur
- Your loss of income and any loss of future income caused by a long-term or permanent disability
- Non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering
- The percentage of fault (Even if you are partially at fault for your injuries, you can still file a claim for compensation against another party at fault).
Hiring a New Jersey Slip and Fall Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been injured in a New Jersey slip and fall accident, you need to hire an experienced attorney who will work hard to help you seek damages from the parties responsible for your injuries.
At Beninato & Matrafajlo Attorneys at Law, we make it a priority to fight for your rights. Our New Jersey premises liability lawyers have the knowledge and experience to successfully handle your slip and fall claim and help resolve your case for its full value.
For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation with a New Jersey premises liability attorney, please call Beninato & Matrafajlo at (908) 355-7100.
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