Call Earley Before It’s Too Late!Massachusetts businesses and their owners have a legal duty to keep visitors safe – and that includes preventing potential falls. Unfortunately, many companies don’t take this obligation seriously, which increases customers’ risk of sustaining severe injuries in a fall. These incidents can have catastrophic consequences, such as permanent physical disabilities, expensive medical bills, months of lost income, and deep emotional difficulties.
If you suffered injuries in a slip-and-fall at a Massachusetts business, Earley Law Group can help you seek fair compensation. Our attorneys know you’re struggling and can handle all the legal work in your case. With more than 700 positive Google reviews and a proven record of successful results for our clients, you can trust us to uphold your rights and hold negligent business owners accountable. Contact us today for a free consultation with a skilled personal injury attorney.
What Are My Rights if I Slip and Fall at a Business?
Massachusetts premises liability law requires property or business owners to maintain safe premises for visitors and customers. Lawyers call this requirement a “duty of care.” The level of care an owner owes someone depends on why they are on the property. Visitors fall into one of three categories under Massachusetts law:
- Invitees – An invitee visits a property for a business purpose and has permission to be there. Most people who visit a business are invitees. Massachusetts law says property owners owe the highest duty of care to invitees. Property owners must fix or warn invitees of known hazards on the premises and regularly check for potential hazards.
- Licensees – A licensee visits a property for personal reasons but has permission to be on the premises. An example of a licensee is someone visiting a friend’s house for a social gathering. Property owners must warn licensees of known hazards on the premises.
- Trespassers – Because trespassers do not have permission to visit a business, property owners owe them a minimal duty of care. In general, the only responsibility property owners owe to trespassers is to avoid intentionally injuring them, though there are some exceptions.
If you visited a Massachusetts business and weren’t trespassing, you likely fit the definition of an invitee. You can pursue compensation for your slip-and-fall injuries if you can show the owner knew or should have known about the hazard that made you fall and didn’t fix it or warn you about it. Our lawyers can gather evidence to prove why the business, property, or store owner is liable for your injuries.
How Our Attorneys Can Help You
At Earley Law, we understand how overwhelming life can feel after a slip-and-fall accident. That’s why we focus on making this process as easy as possible for you through what we call The Earley Experience. Our attorneys can handle every aspect of your personal injury lawsuit, giving you the time and energy to focus on your recovery. We can investigate the accident and gather evidence like security footage, witness statements, and maintenance records to build a strong case.
From there, our team will negotiate on your behalf with the insurance companies, fighting for fair compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If needed, we can take your premises liability lawsuit to court to seek justice. Throughout the process, we’ll handle the legal procedures and deadlines, so you don’t have to worry about missing critical steps. With our help, you can feel confident knowing experienced attorneys are working to protect your rights.
One slip-and-fall victim we helped says: “This firm offers the best of both worlds; the clout, knowledge and experience of a very large practice, with the individualized attention of a smaller boutique practice.”
What Causes Slip-and-Falls at Boston Businesses?
Some common ways that slip-and-fall accidents occur at Boston businesses include:
- Failing to warn customers of slippery or wet floors
- Failing to clean up spills in a timely manner
- Neglecting to repair uneven flooring or loose tiles
- Leaving walkways cluttered with boxes, cords, or other hazards
- Allowing ice or snow to pile up on entryways or sidewalks
- Failing to provide adequate lighting in stairwells or parking areas
- Neglecting to install handrails on stairs or ramps
- Overlooking loose or frayed carpeting in high-traffic areas
- Using floor mats that are improperly secured or curled at the edges
- Failing to address leaks that create wet spots on floors
- Ignoring broken or unstable steps in entryways or staircases
- Failing to warn customers about ongoing maintenance or construction areas
How Can I Prove a Boston Business Was Negligent in My Slip-and-Fall Case?
Proving that a business owner’s or employee’s negligence caused a slip-and-fall accident requires strong evidence. A lawyer can investigate the incident and gather proof to support your personal injury claim.
For instance, security footage may reveal that employees failed to put up a wet floor sign. Similarly, maintenance records may show that a business failed to address known hazards on the premises. Your attorney can also use eyewitness accounts, your medical records, and other evidence to prove negligence by the business owner or another party.
How Can I Get Compensation for a Slip-and-Fall at a Boston Business?
Our Massachusetts slip-and-fall lawyers will evaluate all your current losses and future needs to maximize your claim’s value. With our help, you could demand compensation for:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost income
- Reduced future earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Lower quality of life
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How Long Do I Have to File a Claim if I Slip-and-Fall at a Boston Business?
Under Massachusetts law, you typically have three years from the date of your injuries to file a slip-and-fall lawsuit. However, some cases have different timelines. We recommend you speak to an attorney as soon as possible so they can advise you of the correct deadline and preserve vital evidence. Talking to a lawyer right away can also help you recover compensation more quickly, reducing your financial burdens during a difficult time.
How Much Do Attorneys Charge for a Slip-and-Fall Case at a Boston Business?
At Earley Law, our Boston slip-and-fall attorneys believe in providing affordable legal representation for anyone who needs it. That’s why we don’t charge any fees unless we secure compensation for your slip-and-fall injuries. This approach aligns our incentives with yours and lets anyone who needs a slip-and-fall lawyer afford one.
Talk to Our Boston Business Slip-and-Fall Attorneys
Our Boston slip-and-fall accident lawyers are ready to listen to your story and start working on your case at your earliest convenience. Call Earley Law now for a free consultation.
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