Stairwell Accidents in Fullerton

Tripping or falling in stairwells can lead to severe injuries. Depending on the circumstances, you could claim compensation for your injuries from the property owners or from others whose neglect caused your accident.

Our lawyers have a lot of experience in handling cases involving stairwell accidents in Fullerton. Our personal injury attorneys will guide you during your recovery. We will work to ensure you receive compensation that reflects your injuries.

What are the Common Injuries in Stairwell Slips or Trips?

Stairwell accidents can range in severity. From mild mishaps that leave you bruised and sore but ultimately able to heal on your own, to more catastrophic forms of harm. You could suffer from serious injuries, including:

• Whiplash and other lingering soft tissue injuries
• Broken bones
• Concussion
• Moderate or severe traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries causing paralysis

You might also suffer deep cuts, burns, or exposure to chemicals if there was debris or equipment in the stairwell.

You should always seek medical attention after a Fullerton stairwell accident. It is important to have a doctor examine you even if you do not think your injuries require treatment. The medical record will become important evidence in your case if you wind up having a significant injury.

Identifying the Responsible Parties

Stairwell accidents usually occur because someone was negligent. This means they did not take reasonable precautions to protect others from harm.

Multiple people could share responsibility for your accident. For example, a property owner could be negligent if poor lighting, a loose railing, or an uneven step led to your fall. If you fell because of debris in the stairwell, the property owner and maintenance contractor might owe you compensation. If stairwell components were defective, the manufacturer and the building contractor could be liable.

If you hire our firm, one of our Fullerton attorneys could thoroughly investigate why you slipped or tripped on the stairs. We could identify all the parties who might have contributed to your accident and file a claim against each party to increase your chances of receiving adequate compensation for the harm you suffered.

Why Is It Important to Work With a Lawyer as Soon as Possible?

Under California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1, you have just two years after suffering injuries to bring a lawsuit for compensation. If your child gets hurt in a stairwell, they have two years from the date they turn 18 to file a lawsuit. However, it is usually best if you sue on their behalf right  after their accident.

Most injury claims never go to trial. However, the threat of a lawsuit is important leverage. If you do not hire a Fullerton attorney until the time to sue has expired, the responsible party has no real incentive to compensate you adequately for the injuries from your stairwell mishap.

Getting legal help right after you suffer serious injuries could also benefit you in other ways. If you require hospitalization or physical therapy, your lawyer may be able to connect you with healthcare providers.

Contact Our Fullerton Attorneys If You Fall in a Stairwell

Property owners and others are obligated to keep stairwells in good repair and clear of obstructions. If they do not, they could be held liable if you get injured in a fall.

Our attorneys try hard to obtain fair compensation for our clients after stairwell accidents in Fullerton. Call us today to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your stairwell mishap.