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If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you may need to speak with a slip and fall lawyer. At Preszler Injury Lawyers, our slip and fall lawyers can assist clients all across British Columbia thanks to technology regardless of where you live in BC. Since 1959, Preszler Injury Lawyers has been assisting Canadians with their slip and fall/trip and fall claims. If you or a loved one have been injured on someone else’s property, contact our law firm not for a free consultation with a slip and fall lawyer. During this free consultation, our legal team will review the details of your case with you and let you know if you have a claim or not. Our lines are open 24/7.
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Past results are not indicative of future results as each case presents their own set of unique circumstances. Consult with our legal team for more info on how we can help.
Settlement
$850,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell in a parking lot and sustained an injury that required surgery. The winter maintenance contractor had plowed the lot but failed to apply salt, which allowed ice to form. Because of her injury-related pains, our client had trouble working at her office job. The insurance company denied liability and offered low settlements. We settled shortly before trial.
Settlement
$600,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell in a grocery store parking lot, sustaining an injury that impacted her ability to work part-time after retirement. We retained an expert winter maintenance contractor who determined that not enough salt was applied, increasing the likelihood of falls. We also secured several witness statements confirming how slippery the parking lot was in order to help strengthen our client's claim.
Settlement
$720,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell on ice in the parking lot of a building supply store. He had been recovering from a prior back injury at the time of his fall. Although our client found new work, the job was not in the career of his choice and it required him to operate at the limit of his ability. Because of our firm's advocacy, the occupier admitted their error and apologized to our client.
Settlement
$505,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell in a parking lot and suffered a concussion that prevented her from returning to her job as a nurse's aide. The action was commenced against multiple defendants. We successfully settled the claim in the months leading up to the trial after a thorough examination of all the defendants.
Settlement
$500,000
Slip & Fall Accident
The plaintiff slipped and fell on ice at a major box store retailer. The plaintiff suffered an injury to her knee which required multiple surgeries. After several years of working in discomfort, the plaintiff went on medical leave. The insurer for the major box store retailer, and the insurers from two snow removal companies, agreed to compensate the plaintiff.
Settlement
$850,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell in a parking lot and sustained an injury that required surgery. The winter maintenance contractor had plowed the lot but failed to apply salt, which allowed ice to form. Because of her injury-related pains, our client had trouble working at her office job. The insurance company denied liability and offered low settlements. We settled shortly before trial.
Settlement
$600,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell in a grocery store parking lot, sustaining an injury that impacted her ability to work part-time after retirement. We retained an expert winter maintenance contractor who determined that not enough salt was applied, increasing the likelihood of falls. We also secured several witness statements confirming how slippery the parking lot was in order to help strengthen our client's claim.
Settlement
$720,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell on ice in the parking lot of a building supply store. He had been recovering from a prior back injury at the time of his fall. Although our client found new work, the job was not in the career of his choice and it required him to operate at the limit of his ability. Because of our firm's advocacy, the occupier admitted their error and apologized to our client.
Settlement
$505,000
Slip & Fall Accident
Our client slipped and fell in a parking lot and suffered a concussion that prevented her from returning to her job as a nurse's aide. The action was commenced against multiple defendants. We successfully settled the claim in the months leading up to the trial after a thorough examination of all the defendants.
Settlement
$500,000
Slip & Fall Accident
The plaintiff slipped and fell on ice at a major box store retailer. The plaintiff suffered an injury to her knee which required multiple surgeries. After several years of working in discomfort, the plaintiff went on medical leave. The insurer for the major box store retailer, and the insurers from two snow removal companies, agreed to compensate the plaintiff.
Frequently Asked
Questions
People who were injured on somebody else's property because of a hazard (such as ice and slippery surfaces) may be able to pursue compensation by filing a slip and fall claim. Property owners and/or managers should have insurance so that people who are injured on their premises can make an insurance claim and receive compensation.
The first step in a slip and fall claim is to seek medical attention. The second step is to have a lawyer notify the property owner and/or manager that you will be making a claim for compensation against their insurance company. The insurance company will generally set aside compensation in a reserve account for injured accident victims to pursue in a claim. Your lawyer will either negotiate a settlement or commence a lawsuit in order to help you receive fair compensation. You will have the opportunity to focus on your recovery while your lawyer handles all of the legal steps on your behalf.
A slip and fall lawyer will identify whether you have a case and should be entitled to compensation. Once hired, they will also identify the appropriate parties and insurance companies to pursue for compensation. A lawyer will also investigate your case and preserve all evidence to help you receive appropriate compensation. The lawyer will also handle all legal steps in your claim, which might include negotiating a fair settlement, starting legal proceedings, and securing the evidence needed to understand your injuries, medical expenses, and potential income loss.
If you are able to, take pictures of the hazards that caused your fall. Seek medical attention quickly. Contact a lawyer to learn whether you have a potential claim and what it might be worth.
If it can be determined that your fall was caused in part by somebody else's negligence, you could be entitled to compensation. The size of your claim depends on how serious your injuries are, how large your resulting monetary losses are now, and how much they will continue to be in the future. The compensation you receive will generally be for pain and suffering damages, out of pocket and medical expenses, housekeeping expenses, and other lost income or potential income loss.
The most common causes of slip and fall accidents are ice, slippery surfaces like spilled water, or other hazardous substances like crushed fruit in a grocery store.
Property owners, managers, and maintenance contractors have an obligation to make sure their properties are reasonably safe for the people who use them, including the general public.
In British Columbia, if the slip and fall claim is against a city or municipality, then they should be put on notice within 2 months of the accident date. Your lawsuit must then be filed within two years of the accident.
Our slip and fall lawyers work on a contingency-fee basis, which means we do not charge any upfront fees. We only receive fees if we win your case. Your lawyer's fee will be a percentage of the damages you recover in the lawsuit. The law firm will also carry all upfront expenses related to the lawsuit on your behalf until the case resolves.
Many slip and fall claims can be settled outside of court without any litigation. It is important to keep in mind that slip and fall claims are primarily filed against insurance companies, and not directly against individual property owners. If you are injured on a friend or family member's property, the insurance company will set aside a reserve of compensation for you if you would like to make a claim for it. If you do not make a claim for the reserve compensation, then the insurance company will put that money back into their general account and use it for their own purposes.
Preszler worked so hard for me and my lawyer especially was an absolute gem!! I couldn't recommend trusting anyone else but Preszler - they truly exceeded all of my expectations and went above and beyond to make sure I was taken care of.
S.M.
Raj has been a great lawyer through my entire case! I am so happy to have had his service with Prezler I definitely would give this a 10 star rating, thank you Raj and Prezler law firm! I am an extremely happy client!
A.B.
Had my accident in 2018 and settled in 2021. Top notch lawyers with good communication. Very happy and will recommend to others in the future.
R.H.
Joseph Fearon, Lex Carnei, Christina Scott. Thank you for making this experience as painless as possible. Incredibly supportive team and incredibly patient and kind. I feel lucky I got to work with these individuals. Would recommend if you have sustained an injury.
R.M.
I had the pleasure of dealing with Mr. Even Lay at Preszler Law, and my experience was beyond expectation. He was reliable and extremely efficient in dealing with my case, I was very satisfied with my settlement!