When properties receive little maintenance, visitors face a high risk of slip & fall injuries, resulting in anything from cuts and bruises to brain trauma. According to the CDC, the medical costs for falls totaled more than $50 billion in 2015, yet most victims of such accidents neglect to pursue a settlement. If you or a loved one recently suffered a slip & fall injury, you may be eligible for compensation. So, contact a professional slip & fall attorney to learn more about moving forward with your claim.
Davana Law Firm’s personal injury lawyers are happy to represent clients with such claims from Van Nuys, CA. With over 500 successful cases behind us, we have the knowledge and experience necessary to pursue your civil litigation from start to finish. Plus, our legal team specializes in over 9 legal areas. For a free consultation, call us today at (818) 501-1055.
Below, we discuss 7 common injuries that result from slip & fall incidents:
1. Cuts & Bruises
Despite how common and insignificant cuts and bruises seem, courts may consider them disfigurement, which is a serious loss. In other words, cuts and bruises can hold up in court. However, this ruling requires proper documentation, so you must take pictures of your injuries as soon as possible.
2. Sprained Ankles & Wrists
Whether you take a small misstep or try to break your fall, sprains are common in slip & fall incidents. Though a seemingly insignificant injury, a sprain could prevent your ability to write or walk. Also, sprains often take a long time to heal, since ligaments don’t draw a great deal of blood.
3. Knee Injuries
In your misstep, you might have also twisted and injured your knee. The ligaments therein—such as your ACL and MCL—may take even longer to heal than those in ankles and wrists, which inhibits your ability to walk for a long time. Bone injuries in the knee, like dislocating your patella, may even require knee reconstruction surgery.
4. Shoulder Dislocations
If you hit your shoulder or bent it awkwardly during your fall, you may have suffered a dislocation. This injury can become a serious, long-term issue that inhibits your everyday life. Some instances require immediate surgery.
5. Broken Bones
Slip & fall accidents often break bones, particularly those in the ankles, wrists, and hips. Since bones become more fragile as you age, you’re more likely to break one the older you grow. Nevertheless, your age and health cannot prevent you from receiving legal recompense. Whether you’re a teenager or a senior, you may earn compensation for your slip & fall injuries.
6. Head Injuries
Courts consider head injuries as serious damage, especially since injuries to these areas can have lifelong effects. Moreover, falls are one of the most common causes of traumatic brain injuries. Slip & fall incidents always create the concern of brain trauma.
7. Spine & Nerve Damage
Despite their importance, the spine and nervous system are fragile and susceptible to injury in a slip & fall accident. Nerve injuries can come from direct trauma and are often the most difficult for your body to overcome. Nevertheless, doctors can sometimes treat spine and nerve injuries and mitigate their symptoms.
Davana Law Firm: Professional Slip & Fall Attorneys in Van Nuys, CA
Davana Law’s qualified slip & fall attorneys are ready to pursue a settlement for your injuries in Van Nuys, CA. We provide not only the legal team you need but also our passionate support. We can fight for and win you the compensation you deserve. Call (818) 501-1055 today and we’ll start our work with a free case evaluation.
