Have you or someone you know been injured in a slip and fall in Indiana? It’s important to understand what it takes to recover financial compensation for your injuries. Let an Indiana injury lawyer guide you through the requirements of the case.
Number 1: Duty of Care
The first element in a slip and fall case is the duty of care. The injured party needs to show that the property owner or manager had a duty:
- to keep the property safe for visitors; and
- to warn them of any potential hazards.
The answer to the duty of care question can depend on a number of factors, including whether the injured party was trespassing at the time and whether the property is a business that was open to the public. Click here to learn more about who can find themselves on the hook for a slip and fall case.
Click here to read more about the requirements of a slip and fall case.
