Stairway Accidents

Stairway Accidents

Tripping and falling on a stairway can lead to serious injuries, including head trauma and broken bones. Sometimes stairway accidents are caused by hazardous conditions that result from poor maintenance. When a property owner or manager fails to properly maintain a stairway and an accident occurs, he or she may be held liable for the victim’s injuries.

Premises Liability Law

Premises liability law is a subset of personal injury law that holds a property owner accountable for accidents that occur on his or her property. If an owner is aware of a hazard on his or her property, fails to address it, and another individual is injured because of the hazard, the owner may be sued for negligence. In the case of stairways, the property owner is responsible for ensuring that the stairs meet the appropriate building codes and that all floorboards and handrails are properly maintained.

Recovering Compensation

A stairway accident can leave a victim injured for weeks or months, possibly affecting his or her ability to work and perform daily tasks. The injured individual may be burdened with high medical bills and may worry that she can no longer support herself or her family. If this has happened to you, it is important to know that you have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries and damages. An experienced personal injury lawyer can help you fight to hold the liable parties accountable in court and to recover payment for your medical bills, lost wages from time off of work, recovery costs, and pain and suffering.