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Chicago Slip & Fall Attorneys

Property owners and businesses in Illinois are required to ensure that their properties are relatively safe for their invited guests. When victims slip and fall because of dangerous property conditions, our premises liability attorneys can help them recover compensation from the responsible parties.

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If you were injured or your loved one was killed in a slip & fall accident in Cook, DuPage, or Lake counties, call the injury lawyers at Donald W. Fohrman & Associates, LTD. for a free consultation.

Let Our Premises Liability Lawyers Help You Get Back on Your Feet

At Donald W. Fohrman & Associates, our injury lawyers understand how dangerous property conditions can cause life-changing injuries, permanent disabilities, and even death. While some victims walk away from slip & fall accidents generally unscathed, others must endure months or even years of expensive surgeries, ongoing medical treatment, and physical therapy. In many cases, the pain that is caused by these types of accidents is excruciating and never subsides. Victims may find themselves unable to work and support their families, unable to enjoy the same activities they enjoyed prior to the accident, or even require vehicle and home modifications to enable them to live fairly normal lives.

Fortunately, our premises liability attorneys can introduce you to the legal remedies that are available to help you get back on your feet after a slip & fall accident.

Common Causes of Slip & Fall Accidents

Slip & fall accidents can happen in a variety of settings and for a wide range of reasons. Some of the most common causes of slips and falls that cause injuries involve:

Where Do Slip and Fall Accidents Occur?

Although slip and fall accidents can happen almost anywhere, there are some places where these incidents occur more frequently.

The Anatomy of a Slip & Fall Accident Case

If you were injured in a slip, trip, or fall and you decide to pursue compensation for your injuries and losses, it is important to know what to expect as your case proceeds. When you hire our premises liability attorneys to handle your case, we will make sure you are kept informed every step of the way. Our lawyers will guide you as your case progresses through:

Frequently Asked Questions About Slip & Fall Accidents in Chicago

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How much do slip & fall accidents cost?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average cost of a slip & fall accident is over $30,000.

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How long do I have to file a slip & fall injury lawsuit in Illinois?

In Illinois, you have just 2 years from the date your accident occurred to file a slip & fall injury lawsuit. If you wait longer than 2 years to take legal action, you may not be able to recover damages.

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How do I prove a slip & fall injury case?

For a slip & fall injury case to be successful, your accident lawyer must prove that:

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