Sacramento Slip and Fall Lawyers
A slip and fall injury can result in expensive medical bills and serious injuries. Unfortunately, slip and fall injuries are often avoidable and happen as a direct result of negligence. Businesses that fail to provide sufficient warning signs about slippery surfaces or fail to maintain their grounds can find themselves at fault when accidents occur.
At Cutter Law P.C, our Sacramento personal injury lawyers can help if you have been hurt in a slip and fall accident. Our legal team can work with you to build a claim to hold negligent parties liable for your injuries and other losses from the accident.
What is the statute of limitations to file a slip and fall claim in California?
After a slip and fall accident, you have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit in court. The slip and fall statute of limitations is the law that sets the specific deadlines for filing. Depending on the facts of your accident, three specific California laws may apply to your case, including:
| CA Code | Type of Case | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Cal. Civ. Code § 338 | Property damage (e.g., damaged phone) | 3 years |
| Cal. Civ. Code § 335.1 | Bodily injury or wrongful death | 2 years |
| CGC § 911.2 | Case against a government entity | 6 months |
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Attorney Margot Cutter is repeatedly selected as a National Trial Lawyers “Top 40 Under 40”, Super Lawyers Rising Star, and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch.”
Margot and her team went above and beyond to assist me.
Excemptions to the Statute of Limitations
Exceptions to the statute of limitations exist, but these are not guaranteed. It is essential to work quickly in either situation to ensure you retain the ability to file a case for compensation in court if you cannot reach a settlement during negotiation. Our slip and fall lawyers can explain the statute of limitations and how it applies to your case.
Who is responsible for my slip and fall accident?
Property owners and occupants must provide ordinary care in maintaining a safe property. This means they are required to take measures to prevent dangerous conditions that may lead to injury.
If a property becomes unsafe due to the failure of the owner or occupant to take proper precautions, that person can be held liable for subsequent slip and fall accidents, according to Cal. Civ. Code § 1714 (a). Cutter Law, P.C. can help you determine all parties that may be liable for your slip and fall accident in California.
What do I have to prove to win my slip and fall case?
According to the California Civil Jury Instructions (CACI) 1000, to prove a slip and fall was the result of negligent behavior, you must show:
- The defendant owned, leased, occupied, or controlled the property
- The defendant was negligent in the use or maintenance of the property
- You suffered some kind of harm from the slip and fall accident
- The defendant’s negligence was a substantial factor in the harm you suffered due to the accident
Not every slip and fall is the result of negligence. When you seek compensation from a property owner or occupant for a slip and fall that occurred on that premises, you must prove that the fall was their fault.
How do I prove the property owner was negligent in a slip and fall?
According to CACI 1003, to prove negligence, you will need to show evidence that:
- The slip and fall resulted from a condition on the property that created an unreasonable risk of harm.
- The defendant knew about this risk or reasonably should have known about the risk.
- Despite knowing of the risk, the defendant did not act to repair the condition or give adequate warning to those who might be injured by it.
Demonstrating negligence is crucial in proving that the defendant is responsible for your injuries and other losses in a premises liability case, such as a slip and fall.
How much is my Sacramento slip and fall claim worth?
It is challenging to give an exact estimate of how much your case is worth because all slip and fall accidents and resulting injuries are unique. If you have been in a slip and fall accident in Sacramento, our injury lawyers can work with you to determine the value of your claim.
However, a wide range of damages may be available in your case, as outlined in Cal. Civ. Code § 1431.2(b). The specific categories outlined in this code are economic and non-economic damages.
Economic
These are any objectively verifiable monetary losses. Typical economic damages in California injury cases include, but are not limited to:
- Medical bills and future medical expenses
- Lost wages or loss of employment
- Future wage losses
- Property damage costs
- Assistive services and physical therapy
Non-economic
In liability cases such as a slip and fall accident, you may also include non-economic damages as part of your claim. These are subjective, non-monetary losses. Some examples include:
- Pain and suffering caused by the fall
- Inconveniences imposed by the accident
- Mental anguish and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment or use
Example Slip & Fall Settlements at Cutter Law
Attorneys Brooks and Margot Cutter obtained a $10 million settlement during jury selection for a trip and fall accident that resulted in major injuries.
Attorneys Brooks and Margot Cutter obtained a $350,000 for a client involved in a slip and fall accident in San Jose.
You can recover all of your medical bills, lost earnings if you’ve missed work, and pain and suffering – which is often the biggest recovery if you’re significantly hurt.
Brooks Cutter,
Founder of Cutter Law
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Sacramento, CA 95864
How Our Slip and Fall Lawyers Can Help With Your Claim
We can begin by investigating your claim to help you determine fault. Additionally, we can advise on the possible legal options available to help you recover compensation. Next, we can help preserve any existing evidence and gather all evidence we will need to prove the elements required to show negligence. We also handle all correspondence with the insurance companies involved and represent your interest as we negotiate on your behalf.
Our slip and fall attorneys in California can represent your interests at every stage of your claim, including taking your case to court if necessary.
For a free case review, contact us today. The accident attorneys in our Sacramento office can evaluate your case and help you get the compensation you deserve.
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Start with a free consultation. We listen to what happened, how it’s affected your life, and what you need to move forward.
You’ll have a direct line to our attorneys. We keep communication open and ensure you always know what’s happening with your case.
From day one, we go all in—gathering evidence, negotiating with insurers, and preparing for trial if needed. You pay nothing unless we win compensation for you.
California slip and fall victims generally have two years from the date of their injuries to file a claim for damages. Though there are exceptions to the deadline.
Generally, if the government maintains the sidewalk on which you fell and fails to keep it in a safe condition, you may seek to hold it responsible for your injuries.
Some claims may reach a pre-litigation settlement relatively quickly, while others may take years to resolve, especially if they proceed to trial.
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It was a pleasure to work with Brooks and Margot. They were very knowledgeable, honest, helpful, and thoughtful. They explained the legal details to me, so I had a thorough understanding of all aspects of my case.
I was injured in an accident and was in need of a lawyer. John and his staff were amazing! They made themselves available to me at any time for questions and responded to my emails quickly.
Brooks has a long-established, respected reputation as a skilled trial attorney and a record of proven success.