Stockton Slip and Fall Attorneys

Accidents and Negligence

A party is negligent if they do not use proper care to prevent accidents or injuries on their premises or property. In grocery stores, an example of NOT using adequate care to prevent an injury (negligence) would be failing to place a “caution – wet surface” sign in an aisle where a spill has occurred. If management or a store employee knew of the spill and did nothing to prevent someone from getting hurt, it could demonstrate negligence.

How Slip and Fall Accidents Happen

Common types of accidents that our Stockton slip and fall attorneys see that have contributed to successful personal injury claims include these:

• Defective or uneven flooring (e.g., broken stairs, partially lifted floor tiles or carpet, etc.)
• Walkways that are partially blocked with tripping hazards
• Absence of handrails on stairways, indoors or outside
• Slippery floors or entrances
• Snow and ice on outside walkways

The San Joaquin County Human Services Agency offers a Fall Prevention Program to address risks and reduce injuries in the local community.

FAST FACTS: Slip and Fall Accidents by the Numbers

• Fractures are the most serious injuries reported with slip and fall incidents and occur in 5% of all people who fall.
• More women than men experience slip and fall accidents according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
• The National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) reports that slip and fall accidents account for over 1 million emergency room visits every year in the United States, making them a statistically significant cause of injuries.

Trusted and Experienced Stockton Slip and Fall Lawyers

Our highly qualified and experienced slip and fall attorneys at Eason & Tambornini have helped countless clients get the compensation they deserve. When we accept your case, we start building a winning strategy on day one to build a legal strategy that will optimize your chances of winning the best settlement possible.

Clients appreciate our free consultation and how our attorneys listen, answer questions, and ask for all the known facts. We will tell you if you don’t have a solid case. If we accept your claim, you will pay zero fees until your case is settled successfully and you win.

After You Hire a Stockton Slip and Fall Injury Attorney

Once you have partnered with one of our Stockton slip and fall attorneys, we handle every step of the legal process, including filing paperwork on time with the court, contacting the attorneys representing the defendant, gathering evidence such as video footage and witness statements, and if necessary, representing you in court. Your primary focus will be on recovering from your injury.

What To Do If You Are Injured

Your first step is to seek medical attention for your injuries. Remember that concussions and some types of bone and muscle injury may not be noticeable right away. Other things to do as soon as possible following the injury include:

• Take pictures of the scene of the accident
• Take photos of your injury as quickly as possible after the accident
• Gather any witness names and contact info
• Ask for the property owner or manager’s name and contact info
• Write down the exact time and date when the accident happened and any related details you can recall

Your legal staff can request an accident report if an employee or manager completed one.

Common Locations Where Accidents Happen

Below are a few examples, but accidents can occur virtually anywhere a person can lose their footing or balance due to an unexpected hazard or other condition. In Stockton, this may include parks like Victory Park, busy malls like Weberstown Mall, public gathering places like the Stockton Civic Auditorium, and many other places.

Our Stockton slip and fall lawyers have represented clients with claims for injuries in the following locations and others.

Construction sites

• Hotels
• Nursing homes
• Parking lots
• Private homes (residences)
• Public transportation (e.g., buses, trains, planes, light-rail, subways)
• Retail stores and restaurants
• Schools
• Workplaces

FAQ: What happens if I slip and fall in a friend’s home?

If you are injured on private property, for example, in someone’s home, your first concern should be to get any necessary medical aid. Often, people who are injured in other people’s homes hesitate to call the medical care they need. Sometimes, this is because they will be unsure of what to do if they are seriously injured and someone they know is at fault. If you suspect you are hurt, get help; injuries often worsen without treatment, which may lead to more expenses down the road. The decision to pursue compensation can be made later.

If this has happened to you, a free consultation with one of our Stockton personal injury lawyers can help you understand your options and how they work. You won’t need to worry about pursuing a claim.

Pursuing Legal Action If You Are Hurt in Someone’s Home

If you are injured in a person’s private residence and decide to pursue legal action, our lawyers can help you through the ordeal. First, you must get proper medical attention to understand the extent of your injuries and expenses related to your care, now and in the future. Whether you pursue legal action against the homeowner or file a claim with the homeowner’s insurance company, our lawyers can provide you with the best chance of a successful resolution.

Get a Stockton Slip and Fall Injury Attorney on Your Side Today

If you have been injured through no fault in an accident, the first step to getting the compensation you deserve is hiring the right attorney. Eason and Tambornini’s Stockton slip and fall accident attorneys have been helping people win fair, complete settlements for over thirty years.

Please call (209) 323-5126 today for a free consultation. If we take your case, you pay nothing until and unless you win.