Can inadequate lighting cause a slip-and-fall accident? In some cases, bad lighting contributes to these dangerous accidents, increasing the odds of an individual losing their fitting, especially on stairs.
You may have a chance to seek compensation for your losses if you slipped and fell due to poor lighting. In this situation, you can build a claim with a Boston slip-and-fall accident lawyer from our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers.
Find out more by calling or filling out our online contact form.
How does Inadequate Lighting Cause Slip and Fall Accidents?
Inadequate lighting does not typically directly cause a slip-and-fall accident. Instead, poor lighting makes it more difficult to see hazards that cause you to trip. It can disguise challenging parts of the environment, like stairs.
Walking down a straight hallway free of obstruction in the dark can cause you to trip. The risk of a fall increases if you face other hazards, such as:
- Spilled liquid on the floor
- Ice or melted snow
- Trash left in a walkway
- Damaged or uneven flooring
You can contact a premises liability lawyer for help building a claim after any accident caused by poor lighting.
Do You Have to Prove an Area Had Poor Lighting?
You may get damages after a slip-and-fall accident if an attorney can show that someone else caused your injuries. We often build cases against property owners, working to show that they allowed a hazard to develop on their property.
If poor lighting contributed to your accident, we must gather evidence to support your story. We may:
- Collect pictures of videos from the accident scene that show the lighting
- Interview witnesses who saw the lighting at the time of your accident
- Review the accident report
We use the information we gather to establish that a property owner failed to protect you, resulting directly in your injuries.
Can You Sue Someone for Inadequate Lighting?
Inadequate lighting may cause a slip-and-fall accident. In this situation, you may have a chance to file a lawsuit against the property owner responsible for providing a safe environment. A lawsuit can allow you to seek damages for your losses.
However, your lawyer may suggest filing an insurance claim instead. We may negotiate with insurance agents to bring you a fair settlement. Settling generally takes less time and may allow you to avoid court fees.
What Damages do You Get from Accidents Caused by Improper Lighting?
If you sustained injuries after falling in the dark, you may qualify for compensation to cover your:
Current and Future Medical Costs
Our legal team can work to bring you compensation for your emergency treatment, stay in the hospital, medications, and physical therapy. Fall accidents often result in serious injuries, including:
- Broken bones
- Concussions and other traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Neck, back, and spinal cord injuries
You may qualify for funds to cover any assistive devices (like a wheelchair) you require after an accident.
Lost Wages
We may help you get damages for your lost pay, bonuses, and raises after a slip-and-fall accident caused by poor lighting. We look at your average pay and the time you took off work when calculating these losses.
If your fall accident resulted in a disabling condition, like paralysis, you could get funds for your lost earning potential.
Pain and Suffering
Finally, our team focuses on non-economic losses after a fall accident. We consider your emotional pain and mental anguish and factor these losses into your compensation. We can provide more information at no obligation when you contact us for help.
How Much Compensation do You Get After a Fall?
The funds available after your accident will depend on the extent of your losses. We can discuss the specifics of your case to give you more information and guidance on securing maximum damages.
How Long do You Have to File a Slip-and-Fall Accident Claim?
You only have a limited amount of time to file a claim for damages after a slip-and-fall accident caused by poor lighting. You must move forward before the statute of limitations in Massachusetts expires.
We track all deadlines related to your claim on your behalf, giving you more time to recover. Hiring us immediately also allows us to gather evidence before it disappears and speak to witnesses while they clearly recall what happened.
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Speak to Us If Inadequate Lighting Caused You to Slip and Fall
Can inadequate lighting cause a slip-and-fall accident? In some cases, yes. Poor lighting also makes other hazards more dangerous. You can seek damages after a fall with our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers.
Call or fill out our online contact form to get started.
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