Exposed wires or cables are an obvious hazard that any property owner should deal with before they can harm a guest or customer. Sometimes property owners are negligent though, and that can lead to people tripping and getting hurt. If you or a loved one fell and injured yourself due to exposed wires or cables on someone else’s property, you could be owed compensation. A Monmouth County restaurant accident lawyer can help you build a case.
What Kinds of Injuries Can Be Caused By Tripping Over Exposed Wires or Cables?
Tripping over exposed wires can lead to minor injuries, like scrapes, cuts, and sprains, but these kinds of accidents can also end up being quite serious. Depending on how a victim lands, they could end up injuring joints like their wrists, elbows, and knees or they could even break bones in their hands and other parts of their body. Some people fall and hit their heads or end up with serious back injuries.
Tripping hazards like this can be especially dangerous for older people. A senior who falls can break their hip. This kind of injury is tough to come back from, but it could be avoidable if a property owner takes steps to keep the premises safe.
What Should I Do Right After Tripping Over Exposed Wires or Cables?
Start building your case right away. Take pictures of the exposed wires or cables that caused your fall. Look around for any cameras that may have recorded your fall. If you’re in a store or another establishment that lets you fill out an incident report, do that and get a copy. Then see a doctor as soon as possible to get a proper diagnosis for your injuries.
Who is Responsible for Injuries Caused By Exposed Wires or Cables?
In many cases, it’s going to be the property owners themselves. They may try to blame the issue on someone else though, like a construction company or utility crew that did work and didn’t clean up after themselves. Your lawyer can help you figure out who should be held responsible.
Can I Sue For Damages?
If you were injured and believe that the property owner or someone else was to blame, you should sue for damages. Why should you have to stress out about medical bills when your injuries were caused by someone else? A fair compensation offer would address things like:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning potential
- Loss of enjoyment
- Mental anguish and psychological trauma
- Pain from disability or disfigurement
- Any other pain and suffering stemming from your accident
Schedule Your Case Consultation
If you think that you have a valid personal injury case, contact the Wilton Law Firm. We can schedule a no-obligation consultation and tell you more about what our attorneys can do to help you if you or a loved one have been harmed by exposed wires or cables.
