Slip and Fall
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Whether you’re at work, shopping at a store, or visiting a public space, you expect the property to be reasonably safe. When property owners, managers, or maintenance companies fail to maintain safe conditions, serious injuries can occur in an instant.
Slip, trip, and fall cases fall under premises liability law. This holds property owners responsible when unsafe conditions are created or allowed to persist. These incidents are usually preventable and occur because proper inspections, maintenance, or warnings were not in place.
After an injury caused by unsafe property conditions, you deserve legal representation that understands how to identify negligence, preserve evidence, and hold responsible parties accountable.
At Casey & Devoti, we represent individuals injured in slip and fall accidents and pursue claims against property owners, businesses, landlords, and maintenance companies whose negligence contributed to unsafe conditions in eastern Missouri and southern Illinois.
Our St. Louis slip and fall lawyers focus on building clear, evidence-supported cases that show how the hazardous condition occurred and why it should have been addressed before causing harm.
Causes of Slip, Trip, and Fall Injuries
According to Injury Facts, more than 8.8 million people were treated in emergency rooms for fall-related injuries in 2023. Not every fall results in a valid legal claim. However, when unsafe conditions are created, ignored, or not properly corrected, injured individuals may have the right to pursue compensation through a premises liability claim.
Property owners and operators have a legal duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions, especially in areas that are open to the public or used frequently by employees, customers, or visitors.
Slip, trip, and fall incidents commonly result from:
- Wet or recently mopped floors without proper warning signs
- Poor lighting in hallways, stairwells, or parking areas
- Missing, loose, or damaged handrails on stairs or ramps
- Uneven, cracked, or deteriorated flooring surfaces
- Loose cords, cables, or obstructions in walking paths
- Spills, debris, or clutter left unattended for extended periods
- Inadequate maintenance or failure to repair known hazards
In many cases, these hazards are not sudden or unavoidable; they exist long enough that a reasonable inspection or maintenance routine should have identified and corrected them.
Establishing how long a dangerous condition existed and whether the property owner had notice of it is often a key part of proving liability.
Investigating Premises Liability Claims in St. Louis
Slip and fall cases may appear straightforward at first. However, they require an investigation to determine what caused the hazard and whether it could have been prevented.
Our attorneys carefully look at the circumstances surrounding each incident, including:
- Maintenance and cleaning procedures
- Incident reports and internal records
- Surveillance footage, when available
- Witness statements from employees or bystanders
- Prior complaints or reports of similar hazards
- Inspection schedules and property management practices
In some cases, property owners may have failed to follow their own safety protocols or industry standards for inspection and maintenance. These details can be important in establishing negligence.
We also evaluate whether warning signs were present and whether reasonable steps were taken to prevent foreseeable harm.
Our goal is to build a strong factual foundation that clearly shows how the unsafe condition developed and why it should have been addressed.
Navigating These Slip and Fall Claims
A slip and fall injury may seem minor at first, but the medical and legal consequences can be significant, especially when injuries affect mobility, independence, or long-term quality of life.
Common injuries from slip and fall accidents include:
- Fractures
- Joint injuries
- Spinal damage
- Head trauma
Some injuries require surgery, rehabilitation, or ongoing medical care.
Our attorneys have experience handling premises liability cases involving negligent property owners, business operators, landlords, and maintenance contractors who failed to correct or warn about dangerous conditions.
We focus on identifying how the hazard developed, how long it existed, and whether reasonable safety measures were in place. That level of detail is essential in proving liability and overcoming defenses raised by insurance companies.
Our Slip and Fall Attorneys in St. Louis Are Ready to Help
If you were injured in a slip, trip, or fall accident in St. Louis, Casey & Devoti is available to review your case and help you understand your legal options.
Slip and fall cases depend on facts about how a property was maintained, how long a hazard existed, and whether reasonable safety measures were taken. Many injured individuals are unsure whether they have a valid claim, and early evaluation can help with the next steps.
Contact our team to discuss your situation and learn more about your options.
About Slip and Fall Claims
FAQs
Common causes include wet floors, poor lighting, uneven surfaces, missing handrails, and unsafe property conditions.
Yes, if the property owner failed to maintain reasonably safe conditions or warn about known hazards.
Some injuries may include fractures, head injuries, back injuries, and long-term mobility issues.
Evidence such as surveillance footage, maintenance records, and witness statements is often used to show negligence.
Our team is ready to assist you.
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Serving clients across Missouri and Illinois from their St. Louis office, Casey & Devoti handles serious personal injury, medical malpractice, automotive crash, and workers’ compensation cases with focused experience and individualized attention.