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Ruston Slip and Fall Attorneys

Slip and fall accidents can cause physical, emotional, and financial hardship, but if you fell because of another party’s negligence, filing an injury claim may help you get the compensation you deserve following your injuries. The situation surrounding the slip and fall may significantly affect your potential rights, so you shouldn’t deal with this alone. A skilled injury attorney knows the specific law that applies to these types of cases and is available to help you.

A Ruston slip and fall lawyer can help you file a civil action for monetary damages and represent your rights and interests along the way.

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents

Every case is subject to its unique circumstances, but some scenarios commonly occur because of the negligence of property owners.

When a property owner fails to abide by their standard of care to protect a visiting entrant to the premises, filing a lawsuit may be appropriate. Common injuries that are caused by slips and falls include:

  • Spills and slippery substances
  • Defective staircases or trip hazards
  • Holes in the ground, sidewalk, or other walkways
  • Balcony and porch collapse
  • Chemical or electrical hazards
  • Lack of proper security or other protections

Determining the cause of the slip and fall is an integral part of ultimately proving the injury claim. An attorney who has experience filing slip and fall claims in Ruston can investigate your case and work to find the responsible party.

Standard of Care for Merchants in Ruston

Merchants have a duty of care they must provide to their patrons under state law, and violations of that standard can result in civil liability to you. A merchant is an entity that sells wares, goods, foods, or other merchandise in a fixed business place. This can include hotels, grocery stores, restaurants, and any other business location that serves members of the public.

Louisiana Revised Statutes § 9:2800.6 sets requirements that you have to meet to prove your claim against a merchant after a slip and fall. These include:

  • A dangerous condition was present that constituted an unreasonable risk of harm
  • The type of harm at issue was foreseeable
  • The merchant was aware of the risk or was the party that created it
  • The merchant failed to exercise reasonable care in handling the hazard

Claims against merchants must be met with specific proof, so it’s crucial to have a hardworking local lawyer on your side when pursuing compensation.

Investigating the Case

Attorneys in Ruston know how to investigate slip and fall claims and how to determine the potential causes. Appropriate investigatory techniques may include speaking to witnesses, reviewing video or audio recordings, reviewing accident reports, and much more.

Pursue Monetary Damages with a Ruston Slip and Fall Attorney

For a personalized legal strategy and a vigorous advocate, you should consult an attorney who can investigate your accident and fight for the compensation you deserve.

An experienced Ruston slip and fall lawyer has the years of training and knowledge needed to pursue your case and is standing by to help you. Contact us today for a consultation.

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