Toronto Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers
When you or a loved one slips and falls, your immediate reaction is typically to seek medical attention, not to assign blame. But what if the slip and fall injury happened on someone else’s property? Is the property owner liable? Possibly. Depending on the circumstances, the property owner’s negligence may have caused your slip and fall. If that’s the case, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses and lost wages. At Auger Hollingsworth, our skilled Toronto slip and fall accident lawyers can help. With many years of experience representing plaintiffs in slip and fall injury cases, you can rely on us to build and present a strong case on your behalf.
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Causes of Slip and Fall Injuries in Toronto
Slip and fall injuries can occur due to a variety of reasons, but they are most often the result of poorly maintained property. It is the property owner’s responsibility to ensure that every aspect of their property is safe and well-maintained. If you were injured in a slip and fall accident caused by a property owner’s failure to maintain their property, you may have a Toronto slip, trip, and fall accident lawsuit due to their negligence.
Among the most common causes of Toronto slip and fall injuries are:
- Cracked, defective, or broken sidewalks or pavement
- Potholes in parking lots
- Broken or missing stairs
- Loose or broken floorboards
- Cracked tiles
- Torn carpeting
- Ripped linoleum
- Cluttered walking spaces, including blocked or impeded hallways, sidewalks, and pathways
- Poor lighting
- Inadequate handrails
- Icy or snowy sidewalks
- Wet or otherwise slippery floors without proper warning
- Unsafe property design, including failure to abide by building codes
While some of the above may seem like minor issues, they can lead to serious injuries such as:
- Broken or fractured bones, including a broken or fractured hip
- Back and spine injuries
- Sprains, bruises, tears, and other soft tissue damage
- Cuts and abrasions
- Head injuries such as concussions or traumatic brain injury
In addition to being painful, these injuries may require intense and/or lengthy medical care which can become expensive and may require you to take time off from your job for medical appointments. Depending on your slip and fall injury, you may be unable to work until the injury heals. You could even be left unable to drive or to take care of yourself, your children, or your home. These are worst case scenarios, of course, but they do happen and are proof that any slip and fall injury may be more than a mere inconvenience. The lost time and wages – as well as additional expenses – can take a serious toll on your life and your finances.
Proving Liability for Toronto Slip and Fall Injuries
A slip and fall injury can happen to anyone, at any time, in any place, such as:
- Public sidewalks and walkways
- Public parking lots
- Public transportation
- Grocery stores or other retail establishments
- Commercial property
- Apartment complexes
- Residential homes
Regardless of where a slip and fall injury occurs, property owners and other responsible parties have a duty to identify and correct any potential safety hazards. Proving that a property owner ignored a potential or known safety hazard, and that their inaction directly contributed to your slip and fall injury, is crucial to any strong slip and fall lawsuit.
While the property owner or manager is typically the main focus of a slip and fall accident claim, there are other individuals whose negligence may have contributed to your accident. Under Ontario’s Negligence Act, any individual whose fault or negligence contributed to your slip and fall incident is considered jointly and separately liable. This means they can also be sued for compensation for your injuries.
Depending on the circumstances of your slip and fall accident, you may also be found partially responsible under Ontario’s Negligence Act. For instance, if you ignored proper warning signs, barriers, and other cautions and suffered an injury as a result, you may be partly responsible for your own accident. This is known as contributory negligence and could result in a deduction from your settlement.
Occupiers’ Liability for Slip and Fall Accidents
Canada’s Occupiers’ Liability laws require the property owner or other person responsible for managing the property to take reasonable precautions to ensure the safety of people on that property. This means displaying “wet floor” or other cautionary signs to warn the public of potential hazards. However, it is important to note that these signs are only partially effective. Simply posting a sign does not mean the property owner or property manager does not bear some negligence under the law. Depending on the full circumstances of your slip and fall accident, you may still have a case.
In this second part of a 3-part interview personal injury lawyer Brenda Hollingsworth describes what steps to take after an Ontario motor vehicle accident.
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The interview also discusses what information you should collect at the accident scene before you leave. Get the other driver’s name, address and driver’s license. Wait for the police if they have been called.
It is also important to get medical attention as quickly as possible. It is easier to prove your injury was caused by the accident if you see a medical doctor as soon as possible after the accident.
When to File Your Slip and Fall Accident Claim
If you are injured in a slip and fall accident claim, it is important to note that you have a limited period of time in which you must file your claim. In Ontario, you have two years from the time of your slip and fall incident to file your claim. If you do not bring legal action during this time period, you may not be eligible for compensation.
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Contact a Reputable Team of Toronto Slip and Fall Lawyers
At the personal injury law firm of Auger Hollingsworth, clients are always our top priority. We have represented plaintiffs in slip and fall cases throughout Toronto and all of Ontario, and we know that every case is unique. We listen to the specifics of your slip and fall accident and then leverage our knowledge and experience to develop an effective legal strategy. We understand that your accident and injuries are painful enough without the stress that a lawsuit can add, so we treat you with the utmost compassion and always have time to answer your questions or address any concerns. Contact us online or give us a call at +1 (613) 233-4529 today to schedule a free, no-commitment assessment of your case by our Toronto slip and fall accident lawyers.
Slip and Fall FAQs
Slip and fall injuries are among the most common types of personal injury claims in Ontario.
Even cases of slip and fall accidents that appear simple and straightforward can become complex with long investigations, difficulties with proof of liability, negotiation with insurance companies, and so on.
Following are the most common questions that our slip and fall injury lawyers are asked about with these claims.