SLIP & FALL

INJURIES

Don’t Allow Someone’s Negligence to Derail Your Future.

There is no shortage of slip and fall accident lawyers in Southern California. However, it is our commitment to our client’s well-being and to the overall Southern California community that sets OPO apart from other personal injury firms.

Here are a few of the advantages we can bring to your case:

• We are people with compassion who believe in going beyond the call of our lawyer duties to provide clients with support and a sense of ease throughout the slip and fall accident injury claim process.
• We offer a free consultation where we will review your case and help you understand your rights.
• A testament to our outstanding service, we have been voted the number one personal injury firm by Santa Clarita Residents multiple years.
• Our attorneys have been included in the Super Lawyers list.
• As part of our dedication to giving back, our attorneys have served on multiple boards throughout Santa Clarita and Southern California.

Common types of slip and fall-related injuries include:

• Broken bones.
• Spinal and nerve damage.
• Knee and shoulder dislocation.
• Sprained ankle or wrists.
• Head injuries.

A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere: in the grocery store aisle, at work, at a local park, in front of your neighbor’s house, and even on a public street. Each year, slip and fall accidents send more than one million people to the emergency room, most of which are preventable. The primary causes of slip and fall accidents are uneven surfaces, inadequate lighting, damaged handrails, wet floors, and an obstructed walkway such as wires or chords in traffic areas. Property owners and employers alike have a responsibility to ensure their premises are safe, and when they fail to meet that obligation, they should be held liable.

• Seek medical treatment—The health of you or your loved one should be your primary concern, so you should see a doctor shortly after the accident. This will not only allow your injuries to be properly documented and used as evidence to build your case but also identify any pressing issues that may affect your health in the future.
• Report your accident—Prior to leaving the scene of an accident, be sure to inform the owner or property manager of your slip and fall accident and request details of the incident in writing.
• Take photos of the location—If possible, snap photos of the conditions surrounding your injury. This information will later be used as evidence to validate your slip and fall injury claim.
• Refuse to give statements—Limit your communications with the property owner or manager and avoid giving a statement to the insurance company until you’ve consulted an attorney. Insurance companies can use this information to deny your claim.
• Contact an Attorney—When you’ve been involved in a slip and fall accident, the best person to contact is an attorney. These types of claims can be challenging to prove and require legal expertise. A slip and fall accident attorney at OPO will guide you through the legal process and handle all the aspects of your accident claim.