Knoxville Slip & Fall Accident Lawyer

Helping Slip, Trip and Fall Injury Victims in Tennessee

Slipping, tripping and falling are relatively commonplace accidents. We may not see an object or crack in a walkway or may not be able to tell that a floor has been freshly waxed. Suddenly, we the world turns upside down and we find ourselves on the ground, wondering how we got there. A slip and fall accident is much more than simply inconvenient or embarrassing. It may also cause serious injury, particularly in the elderly. If you or someone you know has been injured in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident on someone else's property, our firm can help.

You may have grounds for a premises liability claim against the owner or manager of the property. By talking to you about your unique case, a Knoxville accident attorney at our firm can evaluate your legal options and determine how you can seek financial compensation for your injuries. Under Tennessee personal injury law, you may be able to hold the property owner responsible for your injuries, and in that case you may be able to seek financial compensation for medical expenses, physical and emotional pain, loss of earnings, and possibly more. The specific value will vary depending on your particular situation.

What Leads to Slip and Fall Accidents?

Although a person should exercise a reasonable amount of caution when walking, many slip and fall accidents are caused by property owner negligence. In these situations, a property owner or manager fails to properly maintain or regularly inspect and repair hazardous conditions on the property. This leads to cracks in the pavement, missing or uneven stairs, standing water, ice, objects in walkways, and other dangerous situations that may easily lead to injury.

Learn more about your rights and options in filing a personal injury claim. Contact a Knoxville slip and fall accident lawyer at the Law Office of John Whitfield today!