If you fall and sustain an injury while on government, commercial, or private property, it may be worthwhile for you to file a personal injury claim. While an attorney can tell you whether your circumstances make for a strong case, the following components are necessary to prove liability.

What Are the Components of a Winnable Slip-&-Fall Personal Injury Case?

1. There Was an Unsafe Condition on the Property

Homeowners and businesses are responsible for taking reasonable precautions to ensure their property is safe to be on. This includes cleaning up spills, shoveling snow and ice, keeping stairways clear and well-lit, and repairing uneven sidewalk. For a personal injury claim to be valid, you must prove that the property owner neglected to eliminate a dangerous condition, whether they should have known about the hazard but didn’t or knew about the danger and failed to repair it or warn you about it.

2.  The Injury Was Directly Caused by an Unsafe Condition 

You also must be able to show that a dangerous condition was directly responsible for your injury. You can’t base a personal injury claim on a store’s slippery floor, for example, if you actually fell because your heels were too high or you were running. This is why it’s essential to see a doctor immediately after a slip-and-fall accident; you will need these medical records to prove there was a direct link between your injury and the hazard on the property.

3. You Experienced Damages as a Result of the Injury

It’s also essential to prove that your injury caused the damages. Typically, these are financial, and include medical bills, rehabilitation fees, lost wages, and prescription medication costs. It’s important to note, however, that the claim will not be valid if you were trespassing on the property at the time of the accident.

If you think you have a strong slip-and-fall claim, contact the personal injury lawyers at Agee Clymer Mitchell & Portman in Columbus, OH. With more than a century of combined legal experience, this seasoned team of attorneys will help you present the best possible case and receive the compensation you deserve. Visit their website to learn more about their personal injury services, and call (614) 221-3318 to schedule a consultation today.