Serving Atlanta, Cumming, Alpharetta & All of Georgia
A slip and fall accident can happen anywhere — in a grocery store, parking lot, restaurant, or even at work. When a property owner fails to maintain safe conditions, serious injuries can result. Victims often face mounting medical bills, time off work, and long-term pain.
Some of the most common causes include:
- Wet or slippery floors
- Uneven surfaces
- Poor lighting
- Loose carpets or rugs
- Cluttered walkways
- Broken stairs or railings
- Weather-related hazards
If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident in Atlanta, Van Sant Law is here to help. Our Atlanta slip and fall attorneys understand Georgia’s premises liability laws and know what it takes to hold negligent property owners accountable. We fight to secure the compensation you deserve for your medical treatment, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Proving Liability in a Slip & Fall Accident
To win a slip and fall case in Georgia, you must prove that the property owner or occupier was negligent. This involves showing that:
- A dangerous condition existed on the property.
- The owner knew or should have known about the hazard.
- The owner failed to fix or warn about the danger in a reasonable amount of time.
- You were injured as a direct result of that negligence.
Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule, meaning your compensation can be reduced if you are found partially at fault for your injuries. For example, if you were texting while walking and didn’t notice a spill, you could share some responsibility. However, as long as you are less than 50% at fault, you can still recover damages.
If you were injured in a slip and fall accident in Atlanta, you may be entitled to recover damages for:
- Medical expenses (current and future treatment)
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Our attorneys at Van Sant Law conduct a thorough investigation of every case. We gather evidence such as surveillance footage, incident reports, witness statements, and maintenance records to establish liability. We also work with medical experts and economists to calculate the full value of your claim.
Find Out the Real Truth Behind Your Slip & Fall Accident
The best way to find out whether your slip and fall accident may have been caused by property owner negligence is to find and understand all of the facts surrounding your case:
- Was your injury and accident caused by a hazard on the property that you were on?
- Did the property owner know about the hazard that caused your injury?
- Should he or she have known?
- Did the property owner or any of his or her employees do anything to fix it?
At Van Sant Law, our slip and fall accident attorneys can help you answer those questions and get to the bottom of your case. We can also answer any questions you have regarding personal injury laws and benefits, and our fall lawyers will skillfully guide you through the entire claim process—from reviewing your accident and determining who was at fault for your injuries to preparing a well-documented claim that details the extent of your injuries and their impact on your life.
