A slip, trip, or fall accident can happen anywhere in Los Angeles, but recovering the compensation you deserve takes more than time, it takes more than time, it takes an attorney who knows how to prove a California property owner’s negligence before the evidence disappears. What may seem like a minor stumble can actually result in broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, or other serious harm, especially for elderly victims or those with pre-existing conditions. When these accidents occur because a California property owner failed to maintain a safe environment, that owner may be held legally responsible for the injuries that result under California premises liability law.
Property Owner Responsibilities
California property owners are legally required to keep their property reasonably safe so visitors do not injure themselves. It requires owners to regularly inspect their premises, address hazards promptly, and warn visitors of dangers that cannot be immediately fixed. When an individual slips and falls because of the owner’s negligence in maintaining the property, this is known as a slip and fall accident, or premises liability claim under California law.
Examples of slip and fall accidents include a guest tripping on ripped carpet, slipping on a puddle of water, or falling down stairs because there is no handrail. Other common hazards include poorly lit stairwells, uneven/cracked pavement, cluttered walkways, and damaged flooring.
As long as the property owner knew about the hazardous conditions but failed to do anything about it, he can be held liable under California law. In fact, owners can even be held liable if they should have known about the hazardous conditions but didn’t.
