Montgomery County, PA Slip and Fall Accident Attorney

There are many ways that a slip and fall accident can occur. It is important to keep in mind that property owners have a duty of care to maintain their property safe for all authorized visitors. With years of experience, there are some occurrences of slip and fall accidents we see more often than others including:

• Uneven walking surfaces
• Spills on the floor
• Obstacles in pathways
• Cracked or uneven pavement
• Loose carpeting
• No visible wet floor sign
• Recently Waxed or hazardous flooring
• Snow or ice causing wet entryways
• Cords or other wires running through walkways

This is not a full list and an accident can happen at any moment. If you do find yourself in a slip and fall accident it is important to document it and receive medical attention immediately. You will also need to contact a Montgomery County slip and fall attorney from Solomon, Sherman & Gabay to discuss your options.

While people who have never been involved in a slip and fall may look at these accidents as something minor, they are not. It has been found that nearly one million people will go to the hospital each year due to a slip and fall accident. Those victims may need to undergo months or even years of medical treatment to recover from their injuries. You may suffer from some of the following if you are involved in a slip and fall accident:

• Broken bones
• Internal bleeding
• Internal organ damage
• Sprains or strains
• Broken or dislocated bones
• Back injuries
• Neck injuries
• Concussions
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Severe lacerations

These are just some of the possible injuries you can sustain in a slip and fall accident. There may be others that are so severe that they cause permanent impairment or disability.

It is important to remember that there is a two-year statute of limitations from the time the accident happened in which you have to file a claim. The sooner you meet with a Montgomery County slip and fall attorney, the faster we can begin to build your case and obtain compensation on your behalf for the following:

• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of quality of life
• Past and future medical bills related to the accident
• Out-of-pocket expenses
• Lost income
• Loss of future earnings

There may be other forms of compensation you are entitled to based on the facts of your case.

When you or a loved one have been involved in a slip and fall accident, contact the Montgomery County slip and fall attorney from Solomon, Sherman & Gabay at 215-665-1100.