What Types of Evidence Can Be Used in a Slip and Fall Case?
Whether you slipped on a wet floor in a shopping mall, tripped on debris at a grocery store, or fell on a broken step at a friend’s home, slip and fall injuries can be severe and life altering. In a slip and fall case, the plaintiff generally has the burden of proving the elements of the action by a preponderance of the evidence while a defendant has the burden of proving affirmative defenses. Slip-and-fall-injury tort actions are often proven through “time on the floor” evidence, such as a showing that dropped fruit was on the floor longer than the interval between inspections or remained for an unreasonable amount of time after discovery. The plaintiff generally has the burden of proving the elements of the action by a preponderance of the evidence while a defendant has the burden of proving affirmative defenses. If you have been hurt on another person’s property, you may be entitled to recover for your injuries. One of the most significant tasks for any personal injury lawyer is to utilize the evidence obtained to show that you are entitled to damages for your injuries. At Suarez & Montero, our attorneys are knowledgeable and experienced in premises liability cases and can review your case to help you determine the best way to proceed. To discuss your right to recover damages for your harm today, Call one of the attorneys at the Law Offices of Suarez & Montero, Car Accident Lawyers in Miami!
Types of Evidence
Evidence will be essential in proving that a landowner is liable for your injuries. Here is a list of the most common types of evidence used to prove liability in slip and fall cases:
• A plaintiff may offer a retailer’s internal documents to show constructive notice of a recurring slippery condition.
• A plaintiff may offer Expert Witnesses testimony provided that certain conditions are met but is not enough to establish causation if it is speculative in nature.
• A plaintiff may offer testimony by an official of the retailer regarding required inspection and cleaning procedures.
• A plaintiff may offer photographs of the spot where the slip and fall occurred.
• A plaintiff may offer the retailer’s video surveillance recordings.
• A plaintiff may offer his or her own observations regarding the condition that allegedly caused the injury along with testimony of a family member or other person shopping with the plaintiff at the time of the accident.
• A plaintiff may offer testimony of medical personnel who responded to the incident regarding the injuries sustained and the circumstances at the time when they responded.
Contact a Slip and Fall Lawyer Today for a Free Consultation!
In the aftermath of a slip and fall injury, you may be confused, frustrated and unsure of what you should do to hold the responsible parties accountable. If you or someone you love sustained an injury in a slip and fall accident, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. At Suarez & Montero, our slip and fall attorneys have a consistent record of victories when it comes to handling slip and fall cases in South Florida. Over the past few decades, we have assisted many injury victims in many types of premises liability cases involving commercial businesses, residential landlords, etc. In some slip and fall cases, the cause of a fall may be clear. Other times there may be multiple factors that cause an individual to fall. An experienced slip and fall attorney can evaluate your case and figure out the best way to proceed with your claim or case. At our firm, our policy is that if you don’t recover compensation, you won’t pay any fees for our services. Not to mention, we also provide free case consultations where we assess the circumstances surrounding your case and give you an objective overview of what steps you can take going forward if you decide to act against the party responsible for your injuries. For over 19 years, we have delivered quality legal representation for people who, through no fault of their own, have been injured in all types of accident and incidents. We are available 24/7 to give you a free, no risk case consultation.
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