Premises Liability & Slip and Fall Claims in Illinois
A premises liability claim may arise when someone slips, falls or otherwise injures themselves because of an unreasonably dangerous condition on another’s property. Sometimes, premises owner’s (or managers) are aware of a dangerous condition but do not take the necessary steps to protect the public. In other instances, premises owners are unaware of a dangerous condition but should have been if they been paying proper attention. Finally, premises owners may be unaware of a dangerous condition but, through a negligent course of conduct, create the dangerous condition.
Dangerous Conditions in Premises Liability & Slip and Fall Cases
Dangerous conditions can be found on public, priviate, or commercial property and may include any one of the following serious hazards:
- A slippery floor
- An uneven floor
- Cracks or holes in a floor
- Protruding objects
- Falling merchandise
- Unnatural accumulations of ice or snow
Damages in Illinois Premises Liability & Slip and Fall Cases
Premises liability may involve temporary injuries, permanent injuries, or wrongful death. Depending upon the injuries, an injured party may seek recovery for pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, medical expenses, and lost wages. If death results, the heirs of the decedent may seek compensation for pain and suffering the decedent may have experienced before death. The heirs may also recover for loss of companionship, moral guidance, and financial support. In exceptional cases, punitive damages may be permitted to punish the defendant and to deter future similar misconduct.
Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer
In deciding how to proceed, it is critical to choose an Chicago personal injury attorney with the knowledge, skill, and dedication to prosecute your case effectively. Chicago personal injury attorney, Jason M. Kroot, has successfully recovered over 25 million dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients, while providing the highest degree of personal service. In the event you or a loved one has suffered serious injury or death from a dangerous condition, we invite you to contact Kroot Law, LLC, a Chicago personal injury law office, for a free consultation.