Slip-and-fall accidents can happen almost anywhere. They are even more common in Cleveland when winter conditions create especially hazardous conditions.
Ohio law requires property owners to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for those lawfully present. When they fail to do so, and someone is injured as a result, the law holds them accountable. However, property owners and their insurers work hard to deny and devalue your claim.
At Harpy Law, our Cleveland injury attorneys are committed to fighting for injury victims throughout the greater Cleveland area — including Parma, Lakewood, Euclid, Strongsville, Garfield Heights, Maple Heights, and the surrounding areas. We have a proven record of securing maximum compensation for our clients, and we want to do the same for you. Call us or visit our contact page to schedule a free consultation with our slip and fall attorneys in Cleveland today.
Why Choose Harpy Law For Your Slip and Fall Case?
- We know Ohio slip-and-fall and premises liability law inside and out. We know how to combat the insurance companies’ defense tactics and hold them accountable for paying the full value of your claim.
- Our Cleveland premises liability lawyers genuinely care about you and about helping you get your life back on track after a slip-and-fall accident.
- We will handle your claim on a contingency fee basis and cover all upfront costs of pursuing your claim. You pay nothing until we recover compensation for you.
- We will consult with you at no charge to evaluate your claim. Our Cleveland slip and fall attorneys will listen to you, answer your questions, and explain your rights. If we take your case, we will work tirelessly to recover every dollar you are owed.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Cleveland, OH
Our Cleveland slip and fall attorneys handle cases involving every category of dangerous condition and property owner negligence. The most common causes of serious slip and fall injuries in Cleveland and surrounding communities that we encounter include:
- Snow and ice accumulation on exterior walkways, stairs, entryways, and parking lots that property owners failed to address within a reasonable time after a weather event
- Drainage defects that cause water to pool and refreeze at building entrances and along walkways
- Wet floors in retail stores, grocery stores, restaurants, and commercial facilities, particularly at building entrances during rainy and winter months
- Uneven, cracked, buckled, or heaved walking surfaces on both interior and exterior property areas
- Broken, missing, or inadequate handrails on staircases, ramps, and elevated walkways
- Poorly lit stairwells, hallways, parking garages, and exterior areas can make it impossible to see hazards in time to avoid them
- Worn, torn, or loose flooring, carpeting, or floor transitions in commercial and residential buildings
- Debris, equipment, merchandise, or other objects left in pedestrian walkways
- Negligently maintained apartment building and condominium common areas
- Spilled liquids or slippery substances in retail and commercial environments that were not promptly cleaned or marked
- Deteriorating sidewalks and parking areas in commercial and multi-family residential properties
Damages Recoverable in Cleveland Slip and Fall Accident Claims
In a successful Ohio slip and fall or premises liability claim, you may be entitled to recover compensation for:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional distress
- Physical impairment and permanent disability
- Permanent scarring and disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Other economic and non-economic damages incurred due to the accident
At Harpy Law, our Cleveland slip and fall injury attorneys will work diligently to recover all available types of compensation for you.
Why You Need the Help of an Experienced Cleveland Slip and Fall Lawyer
Property owners and insurance companies will try to downplay your accident and injuries. They will argue that the hazard was obvious and you should have seen it, and that your injuries are not as severe as you allege. They will work hard to settle your claim for as little as possible.
An experienced Ohio slip and fall lawyer can investigate your accident, collect vital evidence to support and build your strongest claim, and hold insurance companies accountable for paying the full value of your claim.
Your chances of success are much higher when you are represented by an experienced slip and fall attorney.
Contact Our Cleveland Slip and Fall Lawyers Today
Our Ohio slip-and-fall attorneys have the experience, skills, and resources to help you secure maximum compensation for your damages. Call or visit our contact page today and schedule a free consultation to discuss your claim. Our Cleveland slip and fall lawyers will listen to you, answer your questions, and explain your rights. If we represent you, we will work hard to recover every dollar you are entitled to.