Injured In A Sidewalk Accident

Dedicated Sidewalk Injury Attorney in Los Angeles, CA

The Los Angeles infrastructure includes one of the largest sidewalk systems in the United States, comprising nearly 10,000 miles in total. Unfortunately, not all sidewalks are maintained as they should be. As such, millions of dollars are spent on slip and fall accident claims each year. Sidewalk accidents cause a wide range of injuries.

What Kinds of Injuries Do People Get From Sidewalk Accidents?

Depending on the cause of the sidewalk accident, injuries may include things like:

• Bone fractures and breaks
• Twisted ankles; sprains and strains
• Back injuries
• Torn ACLs
• Concussion
• Bruises, cuts and lacerations
• Neck injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Death

What Causes Sidewalk Accidents?

Sidewalk accidents can happen for lots of different reasons. Some are everyday occurrences, while others might seem like wild coincidences. These include:

• Spilled substances, such as grease or broken glass
• Falling debris from overhead
• Uneven sidewalk, uneven levels
• Accumulated litter
• Uncovered holes; missing grate covers
• Root overgrowth
• Pits; potholes
• Chipped, broken curb

Determining Liability in a Sidewalk Accident

There is some debate between property owners and the City of Los Angeles as the liability in sidewalk maintenance. The Los Angeles Municipal Code, Chapter VI, in Section 62.104, provides clarity for incidents regarding sidewalk repairs that involve root overgrowth. If the tree root contributed to the sidewalk accident, then the city is liable. If the sidewalk is not damaged by tree roots, then the property owner is liable for the repair.

Of course, there are many other potential causes for sidewalk accidents, and each case is jurisdictional. That is, each case needs to be examined from a standpoint of what the condition of the sidewalk is in, where it’s located, and what contributed to the accident. A personal injury attorney such as The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani is your best first step in any case involving a sidewalk accident.

How to Take Action to Get Compensation

If you’ve been injured in a sidewalk accident, take immediate action to get compensation. First, call our Los Angeles personal injury attorneys for a free consultation. Do not wait. In some cases, you may have as few as 30 days to file a claim. You’ll also want to seek medical attention for your injuries. Be sure to document as much information about the accident as possible. Take photos that indicate where the accident occurred, as well as the general conditions of the area, including traffic and weather. If there were witnesses to your accident, ask them for contact information. All this will be helpful for your Los Angeles attorney. A sidewalk accident injury can be complicated. It may even seem like you don’t have any symptoms of any injury right away, but you can’t know if symptoms are delayed. That’s why it’s important not to discuss your case with anyone other than your  Los Angeles attorney.

You may be entitled to compensation from your sidewalk accident. Don’t try to figure out for yourself who might be to blame. Instead, contact The Law Offices of Jacob Emrani for a free consultation about filing a sidewalk accident claim.