Getting injured in a slip and fall accident in Ontario, California can leave you with serious injuries and a lot of questions about your legal rights. At Jacoby & Meyers, our experienced slip and fall accident lawyers can review your case at no cost so that you can learn more about your legal rights and recovery options.
You may be eligible for financial compensation for your losses from a property owner in Ontario under the state’s premises liability laws. Our attorneys are dedicated to securing you the best possible results for your case.
Contact us today for a free case review at (909) 316-5154 or fill it the online form. Available 24/7. No fees unless we win your case.
Understanding Slip and Fall Accidents in Ontario
A harmful slip or trip and fall accident can happen anywhere in Ontario, including restaurants, bars, grocery stores, shopping malls, banks, public places, parking lots, apartment buildings and private residences.
The most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Ontario include:
- Wet or slippery floor surfaces
- Seasonal factors, such as rain or ice
- Spilled food or drinks
- Broken or dilapidated flooring
- Staircase and railing issues
- Cluttered aisles or debris
- Uneven curbs in parking lots
- Loose mats or rugs
- Exposed cords and wires in walkways
- Poor lighting
As a slip and fall accident victim, you may be eligible for financial compensation if the property owner was in violation of a duty of care owed to you at the time. Understanding the laws that apply to your case may take assistance from an Ontario personal injury lawyer.
Why Work With Jacoby & Meyers
Hiring the right attorney for your slip and fall accident case in Ontario can make a major difference to your legal experience and case outcome. For more than 50 years, clients have trusted Jacoby & Meyers with their high-stakes legal cases.
Our attorneys know how to get real results. We have collected more than $2 billion in settlements for injured clients, which is higher than any competitor in California. No one has won as much for their clients for as long as we have.
We are also known for putting our clients first. Our experienced litigators and seasoned lawyers make sure clients are successful in the courtroom and beyond using personalized legal services. We do what we do because we believe everyone deserves justice.
Your Legal Rights Under Ontario Law
Slip and fall cases invoke California’s laws of premises liability. California Civil Code § 1714 states: “Everyone is responsible, not only for the result of his or her willful acts, but also for an injury occasioned to another by his or her want of ordinary care or skill in the management of his or her property or person.”
Under this law, all property owners in California have a legal obligation to ensure the reasonable safety of their premises. If a property owner does not take proper care in maintaining a safe premises, they can be held liable or legally responsible for related visitor injuries and deaths.
All premises liability cases in Ontario must be filed within two years under California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1. If you plan on suing a government agency, however, you must submit a notice of intent to sue with the municipality within just six months under the California Tort Claims Act.
Proving Your Slip and Fall Case
If you suffered a slip and fall injury that was due to a hazardous property element or defect, you may be eligible for financial compensation. However, you or your attorney must prove the required elements of your case before you can receive a settlement or judgment award from a defendant.
The burden of proof that rests with the plaintiff or injured party in a slip and fall accident claim is “based on a preponderance of the evidence,” meaning evidence to prove that what is being claimed is more likely to be true than not true. An attorney from Jacoby & Meyers can help you prove your case using clear and convincing evidence.
You can help build a strong case by documenting your slip and fall accident as much as possible. Take photographs while you’re at the scene, being sure to capture a property defect or hazard that may have contributed to your fall. Notify the property owner and request an accident report. Look for surveillance footage that may have recorded the accident.
After you hire a lawyer, the law firm can take over accident investigation and evidence collection for you. This can include accessing the property owner’s maintenance records to search for signs of negligent property ownership, as well as interviewing eyewitnesses and hiring experts to testify, as needed.
Types of Compensation Available
A successful slip and fall accident claim in Ontario could lead to a payout that helps you move forward from the accident without as much financial stress. The property owner or another defendant may be held responsible for paying for your past and future related losses.
A settlement or jury verdict could cover:
- Medical expenses
- Future care costs
- Lost income and wages
- Pain and suffering
- Out-of-pocket expenses
To find out how much your individual case is worth, speak to an attorney at Jacoby & Meyers. Unlike an insurance company, we will want to maximize your financial recovery after a slip and fall, not minimize your payout. You can trust us to pursue the best possible case results on your behalf.
Working With a Slip and Fall Lawyer
Although hiring an attorney for a slip and fall accident case in Ontario is not a legal requirement, it can significantly benefit you during this difficult time. Hiring a lawyer means improving your chances of securing fair and full compensation for your losses by holding a negligent property owner liable.
Your lawyer can start your case with the investigation process, with the purpose of identifying who can be held responsible for your slip and fall. Then, your lawyer will go up against this party using proven and aggressive legal strategies – including representing you in court, if needed. Meanwhile, you can focus on what matters most: your recovery.
Contact an Ontario Slip and Fall Lawyer
If you need to discuss a recent slip and fall accident in Ontario with a knowledgeable and skilled attorney near you, don’t hesitate to contact Jacoby & Meyers. Our Ontario office is located at 3200 E Guasti Rd #100, Ontario, CA 91761.
You can contact us online or call (909) 316-5154 anytime, 24/7, to request a free case review. We will provide our best legal advice at no cost or obligation to hire us. As our client, you won’t pay us anything unless we win your slip and fall case.