Bowie Slip and Fall Injuries Attorneys

Experienced Premises Liability Lawyers Helping You Collect Full Compensation for Fall Injuries in Bowie, Maryland

Whether visiting a retail store, office, public park, government building, or private residence, you expect to walk through the space safely. If you sustain injuries in a slip and fall accident caused by negligence, you could be entitled to compensation. These cases can be tricky, so your best opportunity to obtain maximum compensation is to work with a competent attorney.

At the Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett, we understand the pain and inconvenience you are experiencing, and you can rely on us to work diligently to secure the best possible results for your personal injury case. From helping you get the medical care you need to maximizing your payout, we will be by your side at every step. We have more than 50 years of combined experience, and we know how to win cases. Reach out today to discuss your accident and your legal options during a complimentary case evaluation.

Understanding Maryland Slip and Fall Accidents

Property owners, business managers, and government entities are legally obligated to keep their premises safe for invitees and licensees, including promptly repairing hazards or restricting access to dangerous areas. If you have been injured because you slipped and fell due to a hazardous condition on someone else's property, you may qualify to file a premises liability claim for compensation. Trespassers usually do not qualify for compensation, although young children who may not realize they should not be on a property may be exempted. Hazards that frequently lead to slip and fall accidents include:

• Loose or uneven flooring
• Broken sidewalks or pavement
• Insufficient lighting
• Missing handrails on stairways
• Slick walking surfaces
• Objects left on walkways

Premises liability can also apply to private residences you are visiting or your leased or rented home. To qualify in Maryland, you must be able to prove that:

• You were on the property legally.
• The party responsible for the property knew or should have known about the hazard.
• That party had enough time to address the issue but failed to do so.
• The hazard was the direct cause of your slip and fall accident, injuries, and related damages, which are financial or intangible losses.
• Your accident was a reasonably foreseen possibility.
• You did not contribute to causing your slip and fall.

You cannot always obtain compensation for a slip and fall. For example, suppose the customer next to you in a store spills their drink, causing you to slip and fall immediately afterward. The store manager and staff had no way of preventing your accident, so they may not be liable. Call the Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett so we can evaluate your accident and explain your legal options.

The Importance of Calling Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett Soon After Your Slip and Fall

Some physicians will not treat patients who are waiting for personal injury claims to be resolved before paying. If you need care, let us know so we can connect you with a provider.

Proving that the dangerous condition that caused your slip and fall was due to negligence is tricky. The sooner you contact us, the faster we can begin gathering the critical evidence we need to support your claim. Video surveillance footage may be erased automatically or intentionally, and locating eyewitnesses who could provide testimony may be challenging as time passes. Spills can be cleaned up, and loose flooring can be repaired.

Insurance companies may offer you a fast settlement. While you may think that is a good thing, initial offers are usually extremely low, and they may not fully cover your accident-related expenses and losses. After accepting an offer, you cannot ask for additional funds. Your attorney will communicate with insurers on your behalf and review all documents. We use plain language to explain legal information so you can make informed decisions. We will be aggressive when advocating for your best interests, working hard to help you get the full compensation you deserve.

Contact Our Bowie, MD Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers

You need a skilled lawyer to handle your slip and fall injury case if you expect a favorable result. Call the Law Office of Kari H. Fawcett at 301-262-5500 or contact us online to speak with one of our aggressive premises liability attorneys. We handle these cases for clients throughout Maryland on a contingency fee basis, meaning we will not charge you legal fees unless we collect compensation for you.