Smyrna Slip and Fall Lawyer

Slip and fall accidents can lead to serious injuries, leaving you with physical pain, medical bills, and lost wages. Whether you were injured in a store, on a sidewalk, or at someone’s property, these accidents can feel overwhelming, especially when those responsible fail to take accountability. At The Baer Law Firm, we understand how disruptive a slip and fall accident can be, and we are here to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve.

This page outlines how a Smyrna slip and fall lawyer at The Baer Law Firm can help you in filing an injury claim, and helping you to recover the MAXIMUM amount of available compensation for your injuries.

Slip, Trip and Fall & Premises Liability Attorneys

Attorney Bryan Baer at The Baer Law Firm understands how a slip and fall accident can throw your life into chaos. You may be dealing with severe physical injuries, emotional stress, medical bills, and lost income. The Baer Law Firm can be part of the team that helps you get your life back together after a traumatic event involving premises liability.

The Baer Law Firm is located at 1819 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 401, Atlanta, GA 30309, and proudly serves clients in Smyrna and the surrounding areas. If you or a family member were seriously injured due to the negligence of another, contact The Baer Law Firm at 404.THE.BAER to schedule a risk-free, no-obligation consultation.

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“I don’t even know where to start… but Bryan and his team have been AMAZING. I had a horrible slip and fall in 2020 and I stumbled upon Bryan and from the start he was nothing but kind and professional . I never felt like I was just a client he always made me feel cared for and heard as if I was family. After every surgery he sent flowers and made sure to check in on my physical and mental health. I was very discouraged during this process because of the longevity of it ( because my case was very complicated) but Bryan always reassured me that he was going to do his best to get me what I deserve and that he did! I am so thankful to you and the team and I’m so glad God made me stumble upon your website. Thank you so much for everything !” – Monique M.
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Why You Should Hire The Baer Law Firm for Your Slip and Fall Injury Claim

The Baer Law Firm Founder Bryan Baer is a member of the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum® for securing settlements or judgments exceeding $1,000,000, and has been rated 10.0 Superb on Avvo®. Bryan has been recognized as one of Georgia’s Super Lawyers® from 2015 to 2024, a distinction reserved for the top attorneys in the state.

Baer was honored as one of Georgia’s Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ from 2010 to 2014, and he appeared on the National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40 list in 2014. Bryan has also been named a National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyer from 2014 to 2024 and selected among America’s Top 100 High Stakes Litigators from 2017 to 2024.

Bryan’s additional accolades include being listed as one of Georgia Trend’s Legal Elite in 2013 and 2017 and receiving the title of “10 Best Attorneys in Client Satisfaction” by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys for multiple years. A distinguished speaker, Bryan is frequently invited to present at legal seminars and CLE courses, where he shares his expertise on trial strategies and maximizing damages after a premises liability accident.

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Common Causes of Slip and Fall Injuries

When you venture off your own property, you are never in control of the condition of the terrain or floors. You are relying on someone else to uphold the duty they owe you to use reasonable care under the circumstances.

Common causes of slip and fall injuries include:

• Wet floors, when the property owner did not clear ice or water tracked
• Unmarked elevation changes
• Debris left in the middle of a walking path
• Cracked or broken concrete
• Loose floorboards
• Missing or broken handrails

Often a Fall Is More than “Just a Fall”

Many people suffer serious, life-changing injuries in a fall. Nearly one million people are hospitalized for injuries that they suffer in a fall accident. Many of these injuries are to the head or hip.

Common slip and fall accident injuries include:

• Broken bones and fractures
• Soft tissue injuries
• Neck and back injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Cuts and lacerations

How To Win A Slip/Trip And Fall Lawsuit

Like any personal injury case, the standard of proof in a slip/trip-and-fall claim is negligence. Here, negligence has a slightly different meaning. While you must prove that the responsible party acted unreasonably under the circumstances, the basis of your claim is often that they failed to do anything.

You can win your slip/trip-and-fall case by proving one of the following:

• The responsible party created the dangerous conditions on their property themselves (for example, leaving debris in a walkway that people use)
• Someone else created the dangerous condition, but the property owner failed to fix it within a reasonable amount of time after they knew or should have known about it

In other words, the owner’s inaction is often the reason why you are suing. The challenge is for you to prove when they knew about a danger, or when they should have known about it.

Evidence That Can Be Used In Your Case

Without evidence, you cannot prove negligence. The insurance company is never going to accept your word when it means that they would need to pay your claim. You need other forms of proof that can back up your version of events that can include:

• Pictures of the scene of your accident
• Testimony from people who saw either your fall or what conditions appeared like beforehand
• Video camera footage
• Maintenance logs that can show when the property was inspected
• Testimony from an accident reconstruction expert

Some of these pieces of evidence may be in the defendant’s hands, and they will not be readily shared with you. However, your slip/trip-and-fall accident attorney will know the best strategies for fighting against these tactics.

Why Slip/Trip And Fall Lawsuits Are Challenging

Insurance companies are particularly difficult with slip/trip-and-fall claims. Part of the reason is that Georgia law makes it difficult to establish a property owner or manager’s negligence. You have the burden of proving not only that the condition that caused you to fall was hazardous but also that the property owner had knowledge of the hazard. Proving knowledge frequently requires evidence that the property owner has.

Thus, insurance companies frequently deny the claim, forcing you to file suit to obtain the evidence necessary to prove your case. The insurance company is going to put the onus on you to fight back and prove them wrong.

You need a slip/trip-and-fall accident attorney who is experienced and skilled in proving the property owner is legally liable under Georgia law and has the resources to take your serious injury case the distance.

Contact A Premises Liability Lawyer at The Baer Law Firm

Get an experienced premises liability attorney working for you. We know how to hold property owners responsible when they fail to take proper safety measures. Contact The Baer Law Firm today at 404.THE.BAER (404.843.2237).