Trip and Fall

Dallas Trip and Fall Attorney

Helping victims injured in trip and fall accidents recover

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), nearly 9 million individuals in the United States seek medical treatment in emergency rooms for injuries sustained in slips, trips, and falls every year. A large number of these trip and fall accidents occur on property owned and/or managed by a business or another individual because a dangerous condition existed on the premises. In such situations, injured victims may have the right to substantial compensation from a property owner by filing a premises liability claim.

Trip and fall accidents can result in serious injuries

While many people who trip and fall simply suffer a bruised ego, others can sustain serious injuries that can require costly medical treatment. Some examples of injuries possible in trip and falls include:

• Broken bones
• Soft tissue injuries
• Spinal cord damage
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Contusions
• Lacerations
• Dislocations

Some of the above injuries can have long-lasting effects on a victim's life and can keep them from working or performing everyday tasks. Older adults are at a particular risk for serious trip and fall injuries, including a broken hip or pelvis, and often cannot resume living independently after such injuries.

Holding negligent property owners liable

• Leaving debris or objects in walkways
• Having inadequate lighting
• Failing to secure electrical cords to the walls
• Having loose or torn carpet
• Failing to properly warn of step-downs
• Not having adequate handrails

These are only some examples of the types of negligence at issue in trip and fall cases.

Contact an experienced Dallas trip and fall lawyer to discuss a possible case today

At the Dallas law firm of Clements & Clements, our experienced trip and fall attorneys are committed to helping injured victims recover for medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and any other relevant losses. Call our office today at 800-750-1126 for a free consultation.