You may be entitled to compensation if you or someone you love has suffered a slip-and-fall injury due to a property owner’s negligence. Rozas Injury Law, LLC is here to help you understand what has happened and determine the best path forward for you.
Premises liability claims occur when a landlord or property manager fails to address a safety concern on their property, and their negligence results in harm.
To have a premises liability case in Louisiana, the victim must have proof that there was something not up to code on the property, the owner was aware of the issue, and the issue caused the resulting injuries.
Property owners owe this duty of care to tenants and guests but not trespassers (except if the trespasser is under 18).
If you have been injured due to the negligence of a property manager, you may be wondering what to do next.
Firstly, don’t make statements to insurance – yours, anyone else’s – or the property manager. Anything you put on the record could be twisted against you, so it is wise to consult a lawyer before doing anything. Collect the names and contact information of property owners and witnesses, and pass them on to your attorney.
Take photos of anything relevant, especially the dangerous area of the property that caused the slip-and-fall. Take more pictures than you think you’ll need.
Go to the doctor. Seek medical care as soon as possible, regardless of how injured you feel. You won’t feel the brunt of the pain until a few hours later. It is essential to take care of yourself, and it will be valuable to your claim.
Make a note of any clothing or footwear you wore, and don’t throw it out.
Older adults are especially at risk, with one-third of adults over 65 suffering a slip and fall yearly. One-third of that number will have long-term resulting injuries that affect their ability to function in daily life.
Fall-related injuries are five times more likely to be the reason for an adult over the age of 65 to be hospitalized compared to all other causes. Emergency rooms see about 2.5 million fall-related injuries annually.
The most common injuries following a slip-and-fall are traumatic brain injuries and fractures. Fractures, specifically hip fractures, are also common and very costly.
Traumatic brain injuries are the cause of three-fourths of fall-related deaths. Even if they do not cause death, traumatic brain injuries can severely and permanently impair a person’s functioning.
If you think you might have a slip-and-fall case in Baton Rouge, don’t hesitate to contact Rozas Injury Law, LLC today to get the help you need. We offer free consultations, and you can call us today at (225)-343-0010 to schedule one.
