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Slip & Fall Lawyers in Erie, Pennsylvania

Experienced Personal Injury Attorneys Help Slip and Fall Accident Victims Get Financial Compensation

Slip and fall cases (technically called premises liability cases) arise from injuries caused by dangerous conditions on another’s property. Often, the injury literally results from a slip or trip and fall. Injuries can also result from other circumstances, such as when a staircase collapses. Slip and falls are the leading cause of hospitalization among adults. These accidents can result in serious injuries, including fractured bones, joint dislocations, brain damage, paralysis, and even death.

Call an Erie Premises Liability Lawyer After a Slip and Fall Accident

It’s not always someone else’s fault when an accident happens. However, some accidents are easily preventable if dangerous conditions are identified and repaired in a timely way.

Examples of Slip & Fall Causes in Erie, PA

A slip and fall liability case can take many forms. The most common types of slip & fall cases involve:

  • Wet floors
  • Floors with too much wax
  • Lack of hazard warnings
  • Icy sidewalks and walkways
  • Damaged pavement
  • Weak stairs or railings
  • Inadequate lighting
  • Torn carpet and misplaced floor mats
  • Debris on floors and stairs

Legal Issues in PA Premises Liability Cases

Like most injury-related litigation, the law pertaining to slip and fall injuries is more complicated than it may seem. While property owners (or those in control of the property) have a general duty to make their property safe for visitors, they are not responsible merely because someone was injured on the property.

Rather, a landowner’s responsibility depends upon whether the person in control of the property was negligent. Negligence in the premises liability context has the same general meaning as it does in other contexts, such as car accidents. Generally, it means carelessness. However, the legal rules that guide a determination of property owner negligence (or legal carelessness) are specific, unique, and somewhat arbitrary in the premises liability arena.

A property owner’s liability for injuries occurring on their property may be determined by:

It is advisable to seek the assistance of experienced Pennsylvania slip & fall liability lawyers right away because property conditions may change quickly. Evidence should be secured as soon as possible in order to recover the damages that the law allows after a slip and fall.

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The Erie premises liability lawyers at Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C. have experience with cases in which people have been seriously injured as a result of a dangerous property condition. Our primary goal and objective is to make sure that our clients and their families receive the compensation and resources they need to treat and manage their injuries and to compensate them for their losses. If you or someone you love has been seriously injured because of a dangerous condition on someone else’s property in Pennsylvania, call 814-273-2010 or complete our online form to schedule your free and confidential consultation

Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Accident Claims in Erie, PA

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere—especially in the winter months, where snow and ice in Erie can turn a relatively safe surface into a hazard.  Although slip and falls are common, proving that a property owner owes you compensation for the resulting injuries can be complex.

At Purchase, George & Murphey, P.C., our top-rated injury lawyers pride ourselves on effectively advocating for victims of slip and fall accidents throughout Western Pennsylvania.  Below are some answers to frequently asked questions that can help you begin evaluating your options. To discuss your case in detail with one of our lawyers, you can call or contact our team online.

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