As Arizona slip and fall accident attorneys, we were shocked when our research indicated that slip, trip, and fall accidents account for 15 to 20 percent of work accidents in the United States. Slip and fall injuries are very common with reports showing that slip and falls are the second most common cause of injuries right behind motor vehicle accidents. If you hurt yourself by slipping and falling, here are some tips to follow:
- Document important details of the accident
- Note the exact location of the accident
- The time of day is important to write down
- Ask witnesses for their name, address, and phone number
- If you fall at a store, find out if there are any cameras capturing the fall
- If there are cameras, it is important to let the establishment know in writing that they cannot destroy this evidence
- File an incident report right away if possible
- If you are hurt, seek medical attention as soon as possible
- It is our advice to never give a recorded statement before talking to an attorney
- Our opinion is to never sign any authorizations without also talking to an attorney
Slip and Fall Statistics
According to the Industrial Commission of Arizona’s Research and Statistics Division, falls are the third leading cause of work-related deaths, causing nine fatalities in 2010.
Arizona State Law on Slip and Fall Accidents
In Arizona, property owners might be liable when an accident occurs resulting in an injury to a person. The law for slip and falls is somewhat complex as the injured person must show that the owners knew or should have known that there was a dangerous condition on their property and that the dangerous condition caused the injury. The owners may have “created” the dangerous condition and that would serve as notice of the condition as well.
Call an Experienced Arizona Slip and Fall Attorney
If you have been a victim of a slip and fall accident in Arizona and believe that the cause of your injuries was the result of a dangerous condition, you may have a claim. We are available to answer all your legal questions. Dangerous conditions may range from liquid on the floor, something sticking out on the floors, broken stairs, poor lighting, wet floors, and more. Call for your free consultation at (602) 267-1280.
