At first thought, a slip and fall accident  may seem like one of the least dangerous types of accidents. But they can cause quite a bit of damage and injury.  One of the biggest issues with falls is that when people first falls to the ground they don’t immediately notice they have been injured. Or, if so, to what extent.  Only after they attempt to get up do they realize that they broke a bone,  have an ankle sprain,  or worse.  Another reason slip and fall accidents are so dangerous is because of how you fall.

Talk to anyone that has had an accident like this and most people will tell you  when they started to fall they tried to break the fall by putting out their hands or arms.  Add in a hard surface like a tile floor in a restaurant or a sidewalk outside and this can result in hand, wrist and arm injuries.  It’s only natural that we reach out when we are falling – and yet this is what causes the most injuries!

What Causes Slip and Fall Accidents?

If you think slip and fall accidents are only caused by slippery floors, think again.  Slip and fall accidents can also be caused by:

Snow on the ground
Ice on the ground
Sidewalks, driveways or pathways being cracked, missing pieces or being broken
Violations of safety codes
Proper signage not being put into place
Liquid spilled
Torn carpet – tiles that are missing on the floor – broken or missing steps

Benefits Of Hiring A Utah Injury Lawyer

Larger Case Settlement:  When you hire a Utah Injury Lawyer you have an Advocate for your case which means you have someone on your side who not only has experience in slip and fall cases, but is available to you when you need them.  You can ask questions, inquire about the progress of your case and more.  More importantly, when you have a Utah Injury Lawyer you have someone who will get you the compensation you are entitled to such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and outside costs such as rehabilitation.

Aggressive and Persistent Representation

When you try to deal with a settlement on your own – you might not feel like you have the right amount of gumption to stand up for yourself – or even know when its time to stand up for yourself.  This is why when you hire a Utah Injury Lawyer you have someone who can stand up for you and be aggressive and persistent when the situation calls for it.  Furthermore, when you hire a Utah Injury Lawyer you have someone in your corner who can do the talking for you when it comes to settlements in court or dealing with insurance companies.

They Know Your Rights

When you hire a Utah Injury Lawyer they have experience in not only State and Local laws, but specific legal rights you have and laws regarding your injury.  This is also why it’s so important when you are injured to find the right lawyer for your needs. You want to hire a Utah Injury Lawyer who has the education and experience to effectively get the best justice and compensation  for your case.

If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall case and require compensation for your injuries, loss of wages, help to pay your medical bills or you need legal advice – call Symco Injury Law at 801-738-9910 for a free consultation.