Anderson Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer

A minor slip and fall accident can result in a few scrapes on the knees, elbows, or hands. However, depending on where it happens or even how old you are, a slip and fall can be lethal or cause lasting harm if you survive.

At Hammack Law Firm, we handle slip and fall injury cases to help Anderson residents who’ve been injured while on other people’s property. If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury because a negligent property owner or manager did not keep the premises safe, an Anderson slip and fall injury lawyer from our team can help you fight for compensation.

Types of Slip and Fall Injuries in Anderson

One of the reasons there are not more slip and fall injury claims filed in Anderson is because injury victims are unsure whether they have grounds for a claim. There are many misconceptions surrounding slip and fall accident claims, but one of the most common is that you need to have suffered a critical injury to be entitled to compensation.

This is not the case. As long as your injuries have had a considerable impact on your life and someone else is responsible for causing your accident or injuries, you may have the right to financial compensation. Some of the injuries seen in Anderson slip and fall claims include:

• Facial injuries
• Broken bones, including compound fractures
• Amputation
• Traumatic brain injuries, including concussions
• Back injuries
• Soft tissue injuries
• Lacerations
• Organ failure
• Internal bleeding
• Herniated discs
• Neck injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Paralysis

If you suffered another type of injury in a slip and fall accident not listed above, you might still have grounds for a claim. Find out what your next steps should be and how to bring the liable party to justice when you contact our office to discuss the details of your case.

Examples of Anderson Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents can occur in several different ways. Generally, slip and fall accidents occur on someone else’s property due to hazardous conditions.

Some of the slip and fall accidents seen in Anderson include:

• Ladder accidents
• Escalator accidents
• Elevator accidents
• Negligent security
• Improper maintenance
• Wet floors
• Snow and ice accidents
• Cluttered hallways
• Broken pavement
• Unsecured carpets or rugs
• Uneven walkways
• Poor lighting

If any of these situations or another condition caused your slip and fall accident, you may have the right to hold the liable party accountable. In doing so, you could recover the compensation you need to rebuild your life and prevent others from suffering similar injuries in the future.

Liability for Slip and Fall Accidents in Anderson

Generally, property owner negligence causes slip and fall accidents. Property owners must maintain the integrity of their premises for invited guests and patrons. Failure to maintain their property, make necessary repairs, or notify guests of dangerous conditions is tantamount to negligence.

However, other parties may share liability for your slip and fall injuries as well. For this reason, your attorney will need to conduct an in-depth investigation into the cause of your accident to ensure all liable parties are held accountable in your civil and insurance claims.

Property Owner Liability Exclusions

Although property owners are often found liable in slip and fall accident claims, there are some instances in which they may avoid liability. The first is if the injury victim was trespassing or committing a crime at the time of their injury. Under S.C. Ann. § 15-82-10, property owners do not owe a duty of care to people they do not invite onto their property. For this reason, if you were trespassing, it may be more difficult for you to prove the property owner was negligent.

Property owners may also avoid liability when open and obvious hazards cause injuries. If another reasonable person would have considered the hazard in question to be out in the open and obvious, the property owner may not be liable for any injuries caused by that hazard. A good example could be restaurants that put up wet floor signs near spilled beverages to alert guests of hazardous conditions.

Our Law Firm Keeps Clients Informed Throughout the Legal Process

Litigation is often intimidating to people, as it involves understanding technicalities in law and the parameters in which you can act. However, you do not have to file a personal injury claim or lawsuit independently.

With the help of an Anderson slip and fall accident lawyer from our team, you can focus on your recovery while we take on the legal burden of building your case for you. After you consult with our team, we can begin taking legal steps to prepare your case, which may involve:

• Identifying who owns the property where your slip and fall accident occurred and whether they can be held liable for your damages
• Investigating your accident and collecting any evidence we discover
• Speaking with other involved parties in your case, such as insurance companies, opposing attorneys, and eyewitnesses
• Preparing legal paperwork for your case and filing forms when necessary

Whether you file a personal injury claim or lawsuit, one of our lawyers may either negotiate a potential settlement for you or present your case in court. In some cases, we might start with pursuing an insurance settlement and take your case to trial if negotiations do not meet your needs.

Our Google Reviews Show the Compassion We Give Our Clients

Our law firm prides itself on giving clients a “small firm feel with the big firm experience.” We will treat you like family while using all of the resources available to make your case comprehensive.

We hope to make you feel valued as we have for other clients in the past. Below are just a few of our Google reviews to show what kind of treatment you might expect from our team:

• Jasmyn Rose: “[Hammack Law Firm] truly treat[s] you like family, and they go over and beyond to look out for you, whether or not it was wishing you well wishes on holidays or… messaging you after hours just to check in on you.”
• Summer: “I cannot express how pleased I am with Hammack Law Firm! They really do treat you like family here. Always willing to go the extra mile for you!”
• Jerry Oates: “Paul Hammack and his staff brought their ‘A-Game’ in representing me… They patiently worked on my case for several years until I was recovered and always kept me up to date on its status. … [Paul] always made me feel that [my case] was the most important with the attention he gave.”

Our Team of Attorneys Can Help You Calculate the Value of
Your Fall-Related Damages

Another service we offer our clients is damage assessment. We can calculate the value of the damages you experienced, so you know how much compensation you may be entitled to collect.

Regarding your medical care expenses, you may be able to pursue a wide variety of treatment costs. If you needed to pay for any of the following to treat your injuries, you may be able to recover compensation from the negligent property owner or manager:

• Emergency room treatment
• Hospitalization and other inpatient services
• Surgeries (including future surgeries you might need)
• Doctor’s appointments
• Physical therapy
• Prescription medicines
• Imaging exams, such as x-rays, CT scans, and MRIs
• Bloodwork and other lab work

Other Potential Damages

Some people assume they can only receive compensation for their medical bills after a slip and fall injury, but you might be entitled to other damages, such as:

• Current and future income loss
• Pain and suffering
• Reduced earning capacity
• Mental anguish
• Permanent disability, including vision and hearing loss
• Physical disfigurement, including scarring and burn marks
• Diminished quality of life

Our team aims to thoroughly calculate your damages, especially if your injuries are long-term or might even be permanent. Once we settle your case, you will not be able to pursue further compensation for damages. So, we must consider every conceivable aspect of your case before taking legal action.

You Must Meet Your Case’s Deadline If You Want to Sue for Compensation

According to S.C. Ann §15-3-530, which is South Carolina’s personal injury statute of limitations, you generally have three years to file a lawsuit about your slip and fall accident. The period for filing your case begins on the day you were injured.

Keep in mind that other factors might shorten or toll the statutory deadline associated with your case, such as whether a minor or local government entity is involved. In fact, if you fell on government property and intend to sue for compensation, S.C. Ann §15-78-110 generally gives you just two years to do so.

Do Not Hesitate to Take Action As Soon As Possible

If you do not file your lawsuit within the appropriate deadline, a judge may dismiss your case. This can happen when:

• It gets submitted
• The other party finds out you filed late and files a request to have your case dismissed
• A court judge reviews your case and discovers you filed past the statutory window period

If a judge dismisses your case, you could lose your right to pursue compensation and would then have to cover your damages yourself. Rather than risk this outcome, our team can monitor your case’s deadline and take certain measures to ensure we file your case on time.

Call Hammack Law Firm Today to Hire a Slip and Fall Accident
Lawyer in Anderson

If you live in Anderson or a surrounding area in South Carolina, call Hammack Law Firm to help you build your slip and fall accident case. Our team can evaluate your case in a free consultation. During your call, a team representative can also answer questions you have before you begin your legal journey.

To get started, call (864) 326-3333(864) 326-3333 or complete a free case evaluation form today.