Slip And Fall/Property Owner Negligence In Addison

A slip-and-fall accident injury may sound insignificant, but it’s not. A surprising, jarring slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall can cause physical and emotional problems for the victim for years to come.

Did you or a family member suffer pain for weeks and months after slipping and falling on a slick store floor, an icy sidewalk, or a malfunctioning elevator or escalator? Schramm Law Group, LLC, in DuPage County, Illinois, is here to protect your rights.

Experienced personal injury attorney Adam E. Schramm welcomes the opportunity to safeguard the interests of anyone who is injured in an unsafe environment on public, private or commercial property. Managers and owners of property have a legal responsibility to ensure safe passage for pedestrians. When this obligation is overlooked, and accidents and injuries occur, we are proud to seek justice for you.

When You Can’t Walk Safely On A Property, Something Is Wrong

Premises liability issues can also involve insufficient parking lot lighting, a sidewalk defect, an unsafe stairway and untethered domestic pets that could bite anyone nearby.

We know how to investigate these situations and present the facts of your personal injury claim to the insurers of a property owner. Our founding lawyer has built a recognized reputation for results in negotiations with insurance companies and litigation that sends a strong message.

Did you need to be hospitalized and lose time away from your job because of a slip-and-fall accident? Our law firm compiles every detail of your claim and advocates for the maximum financial compensation you deserve, from start to finish.

What To Do After A Slip-And-Fall Accident

There are steps you can take after a slip-and-fall accident such as:

If you are injured, or even think you may be injured, get medical care right away. This is especially important if you hit your head or took a hard blow to the body because you could have a concussion or traumatic brain injury.
Notify the property owner or manager of the accident and injury.
Take photos of the cause of the fall (spills, snow/ice, uneven flooring, broken stairs, etc.)
Get contact information from any witnesses.
Keep the shoes you were wearing when you fell. Insurance defense lawyers may try to blame the type of shoes you had on.

Remember, do not admit fault for the accident and do not give a recorded statement to the insurance companies without speaking with an attorney first.

How Comparative Negligence Affects The Case

In Illinois, you can recover compensation if you were less than 50% at fault for the accident. If you are 50% or more at fault, you will not be able to recover compensation.

It’s important to understand that if you share 49% or less of the fault, your settlement or jury award will be reduced by the amount of your fault. For example, if you were 25% at fault, your recovery will be reduced by 25%.

How Much Time Do You Have To File A Slip-And-Fall Claim?

In Illinois, you have just two years to file a slip-and-fall claim for accidents that occurred on private or commercial property. If you miss the statute of limitations deadline, you will not be able to recover compensation. Also, if you slipped and fell on government property, you only have one year to file a claim.

Where Were You Injured In A Fall?

Whether it was on residential, commercial or government property, there are myriad places where people slip or trip and fall, including:

Parking lots and parking garages
Sidewalks and driveways
Bridges
Steps and stairwells
Grocery stores
Liquor stores
Retail stores
Gas stations
Office buildings
Warehouses
Other workplaces
Hospitals
Nursing homes
Hotels and motels
Restaurants
Apartment and condominium common areas
Construction areas

Some of the most frequent causes of slip or trip and falls are wet or slick surfaces, snow and ice, uneven flooring, spills, cords or other objects on the floor, potholes, broken pavement, and oil or grease. Did you fall for a different reason? Just let us know; we will see if we can help you.

You Can Get Started With A Free Consultation

We look forward to meeting you and getting to know you at your free initial consultation. Adam Schramm can come to your home or hospital room if your medical condition prevents you from traveling. Call us at 630-394-2191 today or remain online to communicate with us by email.

Our contingency fee policy means that you owe no legal fees unless we win your case.