Law Office of Michael D. Waks

When property owners do not properly maintain their indoor and outdoor spaces, visitors to the property are vulnerable to getting hurt.  Slip and fall accidents occur because property owners or tenants choose poor flooring materials, don't clean spills on a timely basis, leave debris in walkways, or leave unsafe conditions unfixed.  As a slip and fall lawyer I have represented clients injured by falling through termite ridden steps, slipping on unmarked waxed floors and tripping over a low brick … [Read more...]

A slippery floor is a dangerous condition that often leads to a slip and fall accident.  People injured this way while visiting a commercial or residential property can file a personal injury claim, if the property owner was aware of, or should have been aware of, the hazardous condition. When someone begins litigation in a slip and fall accident case, the slipperiness of the surface where the victim fell becomes a major factor.  To prove a … [Read more...]

California law allows victims of slip and fall accidents to receive compensation for losses from negligent property owners or tenants.   California Civil Jury Instructions 1003 talks about the types of unsafe conditions that would allow victims to sue owners or occupiers of a property.  In general, every owner or tenant is expected to reasonably maintain the space.  If there are hazards which could lead to a fall, the dangers should be corrected when … [Read more...]

Slip and fall injuries are one of the most common injuries leading to a premises liability claim. California premises liability laws allow victims who suffer a fall, or other injury on property, to make a case for compensation.  As a slip and fall lawyer it is my job to determine if negligence was the direct cause of a fall injury.  When it is, victims should be compensated for current and future medical costs, lost wages, pain, emotional distress, and other economic and … [Read more...]

What Types of Experts Will My Attorney Hire in a Slip and Fall Case? by Michael Waks A plaintiff can present testimony from expert witnesses to prove each element of his case. This can include: Architects, engineers, and building inspectors Accident reconstruction specialists Experts on traction and flooring conditions Medical and vocational experts The quality of expert witnesses can determine the outcome of a plaintiff’s slip and fall case. … [Read more...]

When you are hurt in a slip and fall accident, you can make a claim to obtain compensation.  Hiring a lawyer is a smart option because your lawyer can assist with all the legal steps you need to make your case. One of the most important things an attorney can do is to connect you with a network of experts who can help you win your slip and fall case.  Putting expert witnesses on the stand can make a big difference in whether a jury awards you compensation, and can affect the … [Read more...]

When you left your home this morning, you never imagined you would be injured in a slip and fall accident, but you were. Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, to anyone, and there is little you can do to prevent it. If you are injured on someone else’s property because they were negligent in maintaining it, you could be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost time from work and more. What you do at the scene of a slip and fall accident in California can impact your slip and fall … [Read more...]

A personal injury lawsuit after a slip and fall claim allows a victim of fall injuries to secure compensation for losses.  Plaintiffs have the burden of proving several elements of a slip and fall claim if they wish to be paid for their financial and non-economic damages. Notice - the property owner or tenant's knowledge of a dangerous condition - in slip and fall cases is one of the things a plaintiff must prove in a slip and fall case.  Notice can be proven by showing the owner or tenant's … [Read more...]

Legal Terms Used in Slip and Fall Cases: A Guide for Plaintiffs by Michael Waks If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident, it is wise to understand these legal terms used in slip and fall cases. … [Read more...]

Whether you are on a business trip or enjoying a family vacation, being injured in a hotel slip and fall accident can spoil your plans and put your life on hold while you recover. We expect hotels to be safe. We want to enjoy comfortable rooms, restaurants and amenities that are free from hazards. California hotels have a high standard of excellence, but sometimes hotel slip and fall accidents occur regardless of the hotel chain or the hotel’s reputation. If a hotel breaches its duty to keep … [Read more...]