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Whether it’s due to a milk spill at a grocery store or slippery sidewalk, slip and fall accidents occur frequently and can result in serious injuries. If you were recently injured in this type of accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Here are some common misconceptions about slip and fall accidents.

If You Don’t Feel Hurt or Have Visible Injuries, Medical Care Isn’t Necessary

Some people may sustain obvious injuries after a slip and fall accident, like broken bones or back injuries. Other people, however, may feel okay after the accident. However, just because you are not in pain or have visible injuries, does not mean that you are not injured. It is important to seek immediate medical care after a slip and fall accident no matter what.

If There Was a Warning Sign, You Can’t Pursue Compensation

Sometimes property owners/managers may put up a sign to warn about a spill or other dangerous condition. Unfortunately, then, accident victims may assume that they are not eligible for compensation. However, just because there was a warning sign, does not mean that you still can’t pursue a personal injury claim. For example, if the sign was difficult to see, you may still be eligible for compensation.

If the Property Owner Wasn’t Aware of the Dangerous Condition, You Can’t Sue

The property owner where you got hurt might not have even known about the hazardous condition. However, even if the property owner was not aware of the condition, he or she can still be held responsible. For instance, if the owner neglected to perform adequate maintenance on the property and someone got injured because of it, the owner could be held responsible.

Property Owners Are Always Responsible for Slip and Fall Accident

This isn’t necessarily true. In order to be held responsible for a slip and fall accident, the property owner must have created the dangerous condition, neglected to fix it or should have known about the hazardous condition. If you suffered a slip and fall accident because of your own carelessness, the property owner likely won’t be held liable.

If the Slip and Fall Accident Happened in a Public Area, You Can’t Receive Compensation

This is another common misconception about slip and fall accidents. Public areas, like parks, are frequently owned by private companies. These companies are responsible for maintaining the property and making it safe for others. If they fail to do that, they can be held liable.

You Don’t Need a Personal Injury Lawyer

If you plan to pursue compensation for a slip and fall accident, it is in your best interest to work with an experienced personal injury lawyer. A lawyer will know the true value of your case and help you go after all the liable parties. He or she will handle negotiations with the at-fault party’s insurance company.

Schedule a consultation with a personal injury lawyer — as advised from our friends at Davis, Johnson & Kallal — today.