While high-rises are not the most common type of building in Stockton, there are several multi-story buildings downtown. In addition to newer residential buildings, there are also former commercial spaces with multiple stories that have been remodeled for residential use, bank buildings, and the Burns Tower. Property owners and managers of such buildings have a legal responsibility to ensure that the property is free of hazards that could cause injuries to guests, and one of the riskiest places for injury in a multi-story building is in the stairwell.
When stairwells have inadequate lighting, broken handrails, damaged or poorly maintained stairs and other hazards, people can sustain serious injuries if they slip and fall. These injuries can be significant, including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, damage to the spinal cord, and more. The slip and fall attorneys at Law Office of Brian H. Turner, PC can provide guidance and information about the personal injury claims process to those who have been injured in stairwell accidents in Stockton.
When a person in Stockton is injured in a stairwell accident, they are often eligible to seek compensation for the financial and psychological costs of their injury by filing a personal injury claim against the building owner’s or occupier’s liability coverage under their property insurance policy. When the insurer receives the claim, it will assign a claims adjuster to review the claim and determine if the insured is liable. If the answer to that question is “yes,” they will also determine how much compensation is owed to the claimant, up to the limits of the policy.
If the insurer fails to offer a fair settlement on the claim, the claimant and their lawyer may file a lawsuit in civil court in order to have a jury hear the case and make decisions about the claim. In California, personal injury lawsuits usually must be filed within the two-year statute of limitations under California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1. However, that deadline can vary depending on the specifics of the case. For example, the statute of limitations on claims involving stairwell accidents in government buildings may be as little as six months. An experienced lawyer can ensure that your lawsuit is filed within the statute of limitations for your case.
Beyond making sure deadlines are met so you can pursue compensation in court, a Stockton lawyer can also provide other services after a stairwell accident. They can:
The team at Law Office of Brian H. Turner, PC, works on a contingent fee basis, meaning we provide these services without upfront payment and we only get paid if your case is successful.
If you have been injured in a stairwell accident, you likely have legal questions about your case. Let us answer those questions and help you determine your options for seeking compensation. Contact us today for a free case evaluation regarding stairwell accidents in Stockton.
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