Personal injuries range from medical negligence, auto accidents, wrongful death, and accidents at work. When it comes to injuries at work, it can be anything from muscle strains, being hit by falling objects, cuts, slips, and falls. 

According to personal injury law, you may file a claim through a lawyer's help if you are a victim of any mentioned work injuries. This article highlights slips and falls at work and what you can do to be on the winning side.

You Must Prove Your Employer Was Negligent and Liable For the Accident

For you to win a slip and fall case, you must prove beyond reasonable doubt that your employer is responsible for your injuries. That means they were ignorant of a dangerous situation that led to your injuries. For example, if there is a newly constructed corridor with a slippery floor yet no sign showing it, your employer may be to blame for any injuries you sustain as a result of it.

During the trial, the judge usually considers several facts, such as how long the hazard was in existence. If it was there long enough, it shows the employer had enough time to do something but failed to do so. 

The judge also determines if your employer does routine checks for any potential hazards in the building. If they do, there has to be a record proving it. Finally, the court must consider if the hazard was present at the time of the accident and if it was preventable.

Prove to the Court That You Had Nothing to Do With the Accident

During the trial, you will face a lot of opposition from your employer or their insurance company. They will, by all means, try to show that you are guilty or that you played a part in the accident. For that reason, you and your personal injury lawyer need to do everything possible to counterattack the claims.

In addition, you shouldn't forget that some states go by the contributory negligence rule. This law may disqualify or lower your claim amount by a significant percentage if the court finds out that you contributed to the accident in any way. 

For example, you may be found guilty if the judge finds out that you were using your phone at the time of the accident and therefore, failed to see the hazard. But through a seasoned personal injury lawyer, you can prove that you had no involvement in the accident.

It is possible to win a slip and fall case with the above tips. However, you will need to work with a proficient personal injury lawyer to increase your chances of winning.