What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana sidewalks can offer year-round hazards to individuals who traverse them. Sidewalks are the responsibility of the property owner—whether that’s a private citizen or the city government—and must be maintained properly. Your timeline to file a slip and fall claim depends on what type of property the accident took… Read more »
Slip and Fall Accidents
Liability Issues in Slip and Fall Accidents
What you’ll learn reading this article: Premises liability law refers to the type of law centered on a property owner’s duty of care to visitors. Indiana code provides for modified comparative fault, meaning one or all parties involved in a slip and fall case can be found at fault. The monetary damages you may recover… Read more »
Open & Obvious Doctrine and Indiana Slip and Fall Accidents
What you’ll learn reading this article: It’s important for everyone, whether you are a landowner, a renter, or a visitor, to understand Indiana premises liability and exceptions to it in Indiana. If you are injured in a slip and fall case, the property owner may attempt to claim the open and obvious doctrine, one exception… Read more »
Premises Liability: Instacart, Shipt, and Shopper Slip & Falls
What you’ll learn reading this article: During the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been explosive growth in the use of grocery delivery services like Shipt and Instacart. By March 19, 2020, the use of grocery delivery apps and delivery drivers had already risen 218% and was expected to continue growing steadily in the months to come. This… Read more »
Tips for Shopkeepers to Maintain Safe and Secure Premises
What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana shopkeepers have a duty to keep their visitors safe. There are steps you can take to prevent injury claims. Maintain your building, remove hazards, and contact an experienced attorney if you ever face a lawsuit. Have you ever stumbled on a floor mat? Tripped on some loose pavement?… Read more »
Immediate Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident
What you’ll learn reading this article: Things you may not realize, like posting about your slip and fall case on social media, can end up causing damage to your personal injury claim and should be avoided. There is a difference between reporting your accident to a manager or someone of authority and providing recorded statements… Read more »
Harsh Reality of Slip and Fall Cases in Indiana
What you’ll learn reading this article: Imagine you are in line at the pharmacy when you notice the janitorial staff has just finished mopping. An elderly man with a cane leaves the line in front of you and walks directly toward the wet floor. With no cautionary sign to be seen, you shout to alert… Read more »
