More than 14 million people in the United States suffer some type of fall yearly. Slip and fall accidents happen in an instant but can cause life-altering injuries, and some can even be fatal.
If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident on another party’s property, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your damages. You should consult an experienced Bakersfield slip-and-fall lawyer with a proven record of recovering maximum client compensation.
The personal injury attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers have protected California injury victims’ rights for over 50 years, and our results speak for themselves. We fight tirelessly to recover every dollar our clients are entitled to, and we want to do the same for you.
Call us at (661) 402-8934 or complete the form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. We look forward to meeting you, answering your questions, explaining your rights, and getting you the justice you deserve.
Common Bakersfield Slip and Fall Injuries
Slip and fall accidents can cause serious injuries to anyone. The elderly are at an increased risk of dying either as a direct result or from complications related to a fall.
Some of the most common types of injuries from slip and fall accidents include:
- Hip fractures
- Wrist fractures or sprains
- Other broken bones
- Knee injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) or other head injuries
- Muscle strains
- Contusions
- Cuts and lacerations
- Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis
- Back and neck injuries
- Nerve damage
At Jacoby & Meyers, we understand how devastating slip and fall injuries can be for a victim and their family. Many times, they result in lifelong suffering and the need for expensive long-term medical care and therapies.
Common Causes of Bakersfield Slip and Fall Accidents
California law imposes a duty of care on all property owners to take reasonable care to keep others safe on their property. When property owners and managers neglect their duty, they can be liable for the injuries caused by that negligence.
Many times, the negligence of property owners leads to slips, trips, and falls that cause severe injuries and even death.
Bakersfield slip and fall accidents can have numerous causes. Some of the most common causes include:
- Freshly mopped or waxed floors
- Spilled liquids
- Greasy floors
- Dangerous floor surfaces
- Inadequate lighting
- Loose electrical cords, cables, and wires
- Defective or uneven flooring
- Food and other debris
- Inadequate cleaning schedules
- Lack of warning signs for wet or slippery floors
- Defective railings that fail
- Lack of handrails
- Broken pavement
- Narrow or damaged stairs
- Cluttered walkways
- Parking lot potholes
Our Bakersfield slip and fall lawyers will carefully investigate your accident to determine all possible causes and potentially liable parties to help recover maximum compensation for your injuries.
Contact a Bakersfield Slip and Fall Lawyer
Slip and fall accidents can cause devastation to victims and their families. When the accident was caused, even partially, by the fault of another party, you deserve compensation for your damages.
Property owners and managers owe a duty of care to others to take reasonable measures to ensure the safety of their property. If their negligence causes a slip-and-fall injury, they can be held responsible for the damages.
If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident on another party’s property, we want to help. Call us today at (661) 402-8934 or complete the short form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case.
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