A slip and fall can cause serious injuries — broken bones, head trauma, and back injuries. When a property owner's negligence is to blame, you may have a premises liability claim.
Proving a Slip and Fall Case
To recover, you generally must show that a hazardous condition existed, that the property owner knew or should have known about it, that they failed to fix or warn about it, and that the hazard caused your injury.
Common Hazards
Wet or icy walkways, uneven flooring, poor lighting, loose rugs, cluttered aisles, and broken stairs are frequent culprits. Rhode Island's winter weather makes ice and snow a particularly common cause.
The Role of Comparative Fault
Property owners often argue the victim wasn't watching where they were going. Under Rhode Island's pure comparative negligence rule, partial fault reduces but does not eliminate your recovery.
Injured in a Fall?
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