Injuries occur from slip and fall accidents on a regular basis. This is one of the most common types of personal injury claims filed every year. When pursuing compensation, the injured party must prove the owner of the property where the incident took place was at-fault. This can be a challenge to do, which is why it’s important to seek counsel from an experienced attorney. The legal team at Personal Injury Attorneys of Alaska is qualified to provide Anchorage residents with effective representation in a variety of practice areas. They understand how to present all the facts in court to make a convincing argument substantiating fault.

Below, they explain what must happen to demonstrate liability if you’re involved in a slip and fall case:

• Establish Duty of Care: The first thing you must do is establish the property owner owed you a duty of care to prevent placing you in harm’s way. This usually means you will have to confirm you weren’t trespassing on the premises and had a valid reason for visiting, such as being invited or shopping.
• Show the Property Owner Breached Duty: Next, you will need to show the property owner breached their duty, which directly resulted in your slip and fall injuries. This may be the case if they knew about the hazard and failed to fix it or put up the appropriate warnings or should have known the risk was imminent under reasonable circumstances.
• Gather Evidence to Support the Claim: Another crucial part of proving liability is gathering enough evidence to make your case as strong as possible. This should include testimonies from witnesses who saw what happened, information from a police report, photos of your injuries, and pictures of the scene and any property damage or other unsafe conditions that contributed to the slip and fall.

Before deciding to file a slip and fall personal injury claim, it’s a good idea to consult with an attorney to ensure you have a valid case. After reviewing the details of the incident, they can advise you on the probability of being able to prove liability. Contact the Personal Injury Attorneys of Alaska at (907) 770-0777 to schedule a consultation, or visit them online to learn more.