A visit to the casino is meant to be a fun and exciting experience, whether you’re playing the slots, dining at a restaurant, enjoying a spa treatment, or watching a show. However, an enjoyable outing can quickly turn tragic if you suffer a serious injury in a slip and fall accident. Such incidents can lead to significant injuries, forcing you to miss work and incur expensive medical bills. If your slip and fall accident results from the casino or property owner's negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages.
Common Injuries in Casino Slip and Fall Cases
While a slip and fall might seem like a minor incident, it is one of the leading causes of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). TBIs can lead to permanent disabilities, including motor coordination issues, cognitive difficulties, and behavioral changes.
Other common injuries from casino slip and fall accidents include:
- Sprains, strains, and other soft-tissue injuries
- Shoulder injuries, such as rotator cuff tears
- Back and spinal cord injuries
- Fractures, including hip and spinal fractures
Steps to Take Immediately After a Slip and Fall Accident
If you experience a slip and fall accident in a casino, it is crucial to take the following steps to protect your health and your rights:
- Seek Medical Attention: Your health should be your top priority. Seek immediate medical attention, even if your injuries seem minor.
- Report the Incident: Inform the casino management about the accident and ensure an incident report is filed. Request a copy of this report for your records.
- Document the Scene: Take photos of the accident scene, including any hazardous conditions that contributed to your fall. Also, photograph your injuries.
- Gather Witness Information: Collect contact information from anyone who witnessed the accident. Their testimony could be crucial in supporting your claim.
- Preserve Evidence: Keep any clothing or footwear you were wearing at the time of the accident, as they may be relevant to your case.
Parties that May Be Liable for Your Casino Slip and Fall
Identifying the responsible party for a slip and fall accident in a casino can be complex. Although it might seem straightforward to hold the casino accountable, various entities might share responsibility. For instance, many casinos lease space to restaurants, spas, and retail stores, which may be independently responsible for maintaining safe conditions. Additionally, both casinos and the businesses within them often contract with third-party maintenance companies to keep floors clean and hazard-free. These complexities are central to premises liability claims, where multiple parties may be held accountable for maintaining safe conditions.
Proving Liability in Slip and Fall Cases
To succeed in a premises liability claim, you must demonstrate that the casino or business owner was negligent and that this negligence caused your accident. Specifically, you need to prove that:
- The casino or business owner knew about the hazardous condition that caused your fall, or they should have discovered it through reasonable diligence.
- The casino or business owner had a reasonable opportunity to fix the hazardous condition but failed to do so.
The casino or business owner may attempt to defend against liability by arguing that they were not responsible for remedying the hazardous condition, that they did not have adequate opportunity to do so, or that the condition was open and obvious and the slip and fall victim assumed the risk of walking over the condition.
Contact The Law Offices of Richard A. Stoloff for Your NJ Casino Slip and Fall Lawsuit
If you or a loved one have been injured in a slip and fall accident at a casino, turn to the experienced personal injury attorneys at The Law Offices of Richard A. Stoloff. Our dedicated team understands the intricacies of premises liability and is committed to helping you secure the compensation you need for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. We serve clients across Egg Harbor, Atlantic City, Galloway Township, Hamilton, and throughout New Jersey, providing personalized legal representation and aggressive advocacy. Don’t let an accident disrupt your life—contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward justice.
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