Tripping over unsafe walkways or falling down steps that are not secured can lead to serious injuries, costly medical bills, and ongoing pain. When an owner fails to maintain safety at their property, you have the right to pursue legal action.
At Galloway Jefcoat Injury Attorneys, our trip and fall lawyer in Lafayette can help hold negligent property owners financially accountable. Our Lafayette personal injury lawyer has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients.
Why You Need a Trip and Fall Attorney in Lafayette
Filing with an insurance company seems simple, but it rarely is. Insurance companies do not want to pay out anything, much less a fair value for your losses. By hiring a trip and fall lawyer, you gain legal insight, a network of professionals, and aggressive protection of your rights. Our experienced lawyer handles the entire process for you, including:
- Building your claim to include all of the losses you have incurred
- Communicating with property owners and insurance companies about your losses
- Obtaining all possible evidence to demonstrate fault and overcome disputes
- Negotiating with fierce protection of your rights
- Fighting in court if necessary to do so
Since 1996, Galloway Jefcoat Injury Attorneys has been an advocate for victims suffering serious injuries and losses they did not cause themselves. We listen to you and do not charge you for our legal services upfront. You only pay our legal fees if we win your case. We would be happy to offer you a free consultation.
"I have used Galloway Jefcoat a few times and have always been very satisfied. Furthermore, all of the people who work there are very professional, nice, and courteous."
Falling and Tripping Can Cause Serious Injury
One of the most important steps a victim can take is to get medical care right after their slip and fall accident. You may not realize the extent of your injuries for some time, but getting help right away allows you to get appropriate care. Some of the most common instances of serious injury from falls include:
- Broken legs, arms, or ribs
- Herniated discs and spinal cord damage
- Traumatic brain injuries from hits to the head
- Soft tissue injuries, including sprains and strains
- Lacerations and deep wounds
- Nerve damage
- Disfigurement
Victims of falls and trips can also suffer emotional trauma, especially when they suffer ongoing pain and suffering from the experience. For victims, recovering damages can be essential to reclaiming their lives and well-being. Our trip and fall attorney in Lafayette can help you with that process.
"Galloway Jefcoat are amazing professionals who are very client focused. They will guide you thru all the details to help get your litigation solved. I was involved in a crash that ultimate required a knee replacement"
Common Challenges in Trip and Fall Accidents
The law requires owners to maintain their property in reasonably safe conditions. When an owner fails to address hazardous conditions, causing an accident and resulting in an injury, you can prove negligence. However, there are several challenges we encounter in these cases that can lead to costly losses if you are not sure how to avoid them:
- Limited evidence. Proving fault is not simple in these cases. Since conditions can change quickly, it can be tough to show what occurred while you were present. Take photos, get witness names, and act immediately to get medical treatment and preserve all available evidence.
- Disputes over your rights to be there. There are situations in which a property owner can post a no trespassing sign, which limits their liability in cases of injury. Our lawyers work closely with you to demonstrate why you had the right to be present on the property, and therefore, the right to file a claim against those at fault.
- Your partial responsibility. Louisiana’s pure comparative fault system, underLa. CC Art. 2323, allows you to recover damages even if you are partially at fault. However, the value of your compensation is reduced by the percentage of fault attributed to you. We work to minimize any claim of fault.
There are limitations to all premises liability rules, which govern fall and trip accidents. By hiring an experienced attorney, we can help you prove your injuries and losses related to the incident and that you deserve financial compensation. Our lawyer becomes your ally against insurance companies that want to limit you.
"As a client of Galloway Jefcoat for over two years I want to take a minute to say how much I appreciate the team handling my case."
What Your Trip and Fall Accident Claim Is Worth
The value of your trip and fall accident ranges based on the severity of injuries, complications from losses, and how detailed your claim is. As your attorney, we will look at all types of losses you have, including physical, emotional, and financial, and build a comprehensive claim that addresses all of them. Some of the most common claims related to trip and fall accidents include:
- Medical bills for emergency and ongoing care
- Losses for time missed at work
- Permanent disability
- Chronic pain development
- Emotional trauma and mental health complications
- Loss of earning capacity if you can no longer earn the same amount as you did
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life due to ongoing limitations
- Loss of consortium for damages to relationships
Your losses are complex, but if you received medical care, have any lasting injuries, or can no longer do your job, your claim can be very valuable. Our team will provide a comprehensive overview of your losses and guide you in making insurance companies pay for you.
"Great experience, from day 1 I felt like I finally had someone on my side and that feeling didn't leave me for 1 single moment."
You Cannot Afford Not to Have an Attorney Guide You
In accidents resulting in catastrophic injuries or costly medical treatment, you need a trusted and experienced lawyer by your side. At Galloway Jefcoat Injury Attorneys, we do not charge you anything upfront for our legal services, and you do not pay us anything at all unless we win your case.
With that type of reassurance behind you, you need a legal team like ours to navigate this claim process to maximize your compensation. Browse our case results to see how we have helped people like you in similar circumstances.
Schedule a Free Consultation with a Lafayette Trip and Fall Attorney Now
Galloway Jefcoat Injury Attorneys is a proven law firm that understands the pain and frustration that come with serious injuries. Our Lafayette trip and fall lawyer can provide you with a free consultation to review your case.
Let us learn what happened and why you are still suffering. In doing so, we can help you see what your case may be worth and the fight for a fair recovery against the insurance company.
"Galloway Jefcoat helped me at a time when I felt lost and taken advantage of by my employer."
