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Port Coquitlam Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers


Slip and fall accidents are a common occurrence on both commercial and residential properties. Because of a property owner/occupier’s failure to keep their premises safe, residents of Port Coquitlam could sustain a number of injuries in unexpected accidents.

Depending on the circumstances of the accident, some survivors of slips and falls may only sustain mild injuries, such as scrapes, cuts, and bruises. However, for many people, slips and falls can have severe outcomes with long-lasting physical, psychological, and economic consequences.

Slips and falls are particularly dangerous for elderly residents of Port Coquitlam. Older adults may have reduced mobility and balance, making them more susceptible to falls. Additionally, their physical or medical conditions often make senior citizens more susceptible to severe injuries as the result of a slip and fall accident. Indeed, 95% of older Canadians’ hip fractures are the result of a fall, as are more than half of Canadian seniors’ injury-related deaths.

The damages associated with injuries sustained in a slip and fall accident can be significant and financially overwhelming. Many survivors of serious slip and fall accidents find it difficult to cope with their injury-related costs. The financial losses they incur are often related to medical expenses, lost wages due to missed work, the costs of travel and mileage to and from medical appointments, reduced future earning capacities, and lifestyle adjustments. In some cases, the injuries sustained in a slip and fall accident can be permanent, requiring ongoing – and expensive – medical care and support.

Many people who slip and fall on someone else’s commercial or residential property automatically assume that their own clumsiness or lack of caution was to blame for the accident. However, in many cases, when the accident occurs on property owned and/or occupied by another party or entity, the fault often lies elsewhere.

According to the British Columbia Occupiers Liability Act, occupiers have a duty of care to reasonably ensure the safety of people visiting their property. An “occupier” is typically someone who has control over a property and is responsible for keeping it safe. This can include property owners, landlords, tenants, business managers, superintendents, and other people who control access to the space.

When an occupier fails to take reasonable care to ensure the safety of their property, they may be considered negligent. Failing to repair a hazard on-site, failing to warn visitors of a dangerous maintenance issue on the premises, failing to regularly inspect the property for potentially hazardous issues, and failing to keep the property in a reasonably safe condition are all examples of negligence.

The negligence of property owners/occupiers can lead to slip and fall accidents that result in serious injuries, including:

  • Fractured bones
  • Cuts and lacerations
  • Sprains and strains
  • Broken hips
  • Concussions
  • Traumatic brain injuries
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Knee injuries
  • Back injuries
  • Spinal cord injuries
  • Facial and dental injuries
  • And more

If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, a Port Coquitlam slip and fall accident lawyer may be able to help you pursue a civil claim for damages. By working with our slip and fall accident lawyers serving Port Coquitlam, you may be able to receive compensation for your injury-related financial losses. To learn more about the services we provide, contact us today and schedule a free initial consultation.

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How a Port Coquitlam Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer May Be Able to Help

Our slip and fall accident lawyers serving Port Coquitlam have helped numerous injured accident victims in their pursuits of accountability and fair compensation. By helping the people we represent gather evidence, build strong cases, negotiate with insurance companies, and fight for their rights in Court when necessary, our Port Coquitlam slip and fall accident lawyers continue to prioritize the well-being and financial security of injured members of our local community.

To learn if you might be entitled to compensation, take advantage of your free initial consultation with our slip and fall accident lawyers serving Port Coquitlam today.

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Schedule a call with our personal injury legal intake team. Our team is available 24/7 so call us now to book your call. Our scheduled intake allows you to tell us details about your accident and gives our legal team an opportunity to review your case and advise you on possible solutions and outcomes. The best part is, if you decide to hire us after this call - you don't pay anything unless we win. We can help clients regardless of where they reside in British Columbia so let us help you get started on your road to recovery.

 

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