Your Rights After a Slip & Fall Accident
Unfortunately, people suffer injuries caused by preventable falls every day in shopping malls, super markets, parking lots, apartment complexes, and even in the workplace. When preventable falls happen, you need an experienced North Carolina Personal Injury team that will fight hard to protect your rights and hold negligent property owners accountable. If you or a loved one suffered serious injuries from a fall that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
Henson Fuerst Slip and Fall Attorneys ARE Here to Help
If you were hurt in a Slip & Fall accident that was not your fault, call Henson Fuerst today or fill out a free consultation form online. When you call, you will speak with one of our experienced North Carolina Slip & Fall attorneys absolutely FREE. Henson Fuerst will investigate every detail of your accident at no cost to you and fight hard to protect your rights.
You may be entitled to financial compensation for your pain & suffering, medical bills, and lost wages. At Henson Fuerst, we stand up to insurance companies, property owners, and anyone else that is trying to prevent you from receiving the full and fair compensation you deserve. At Henson Fuerst, you will never pay an attorney’s fee up front, and you owe us nothing unless we win your case.
The Facts Are
Injuries from falls are a widespread public safety problem. In fact, falls were the leading cause of visits to Emergency Rooms nationwide in 2013, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. Research indicates that young children and older adults are at highest risk of suffering serious injuries due to a fall, but no matter your age or level of health, the consequences of a Slip & Fall can be devastating.
Here are some additional statistics about the dangers of Slip & Fall accidents:
- According to the Centers for Disease Control, one out of every five falls results in serious injury.
- Falls are the leading cause of Traumatic Brain Injuries, accounting for over 40% of new TBI cases every year.
- Falls are the second leading cause of accidental fatal injuries worldwide, behind only road traffic accidents.
Slip and fall accidents can result in a wide range of catastrophic injuries including:
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Broken or fractured bones
- Nerve damage
- Paralysis
- Death
Property owners have a responsibility to keep their premises free from hazardous or dangerous conditions. If your fall was caused by an icy, wet, or poorly maintained premises, contact Henson Fuerst right away.