Washington, D.C. Slip and Fall Lawyers
Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident Claims in the District
In Washington, D.C., public and private property owners alike have a legal responsibility to maintain their properties and ensure they are free of various hazards that could cause foreseeable injury. Unfortunately, many property owners fail to uphold this duty of care, leading to serious slip and fall accidents, life-changing injuries, and even deaths.
If you were harmed by a dangerous or defective condition on someone else’s property, Mike Slocumb Law Firm can help. Our Washington, D.C. slip and fall lawyers are here to guide you through the legal process and fight for the maximum compensation you are owed. We have extensive experience and a proven track record of success, having secured more than $500 million in compensation for our clients.
Learn how our firm can help you fight for the fair recovery you are owed. Call (202) 759-7807 or contact us onlinefor a free and confidential consultation.
Are Property Owners Always Liable for Slip and Falls?
Property owners are often—but not always—liable for slips, trips, and falls that occur on their properties. To have apersonal injury case, you must first prove that you were not at fault in any way for the slip and fall accident. Because Washington, D.C. follows a strict rule of contributory negligence, you cannot file a claim if you were even one percent to blame.
Next, you must also prove each of the following elements to have a valid slip and fall case:
- You were lawfully on the property (i.e., not trespassing)
- You were not in an area of the property that was restricted to visitors
- The property owner owed you a duty of care
- There was a dangerous or defective condition on the property
- The property owner knew about or should have known about the condition
- The property owner failed to take reasonable measures to remove, repair, or warn you of the condition
- You were injured and suffered measurable damages
- The dangerous or defective condition was the proximate cause of your injuries
Proving a slip and fall case in Washington, D.C. can be complex, but our team knows how to gather important evidence and develop innovative legal strategies aimed at securing maximum compensation for our clients. We know how to utilize the law to your advantage, and we are prepared to fight tirelessly for you and your recovery.
