Illinois | Personal Injury
Legal Question
Father-in-law asked his landlord many times to put a rail on the steps on the front of his apartment. The rail was not installed. He fell on the stairs and died from a cracked skull. Is there a potential wrongful death claim against the landlord?
Legal Answer
I am very sorry for your loss.
It is possible to recover. However, a complete review of all the relevant reports, documents, and a site inspection are probably required to judge the strength of your case.
Lowery & Associates, LLC
333 West Wacker Drive, Suite 420
Chicago, IL 60606
Legal Answer
Please accept my condolences. There are a lot
of factors involved. For example, was his request documented or witnessed?
Was this a common stairway leading to many
residences? Is there a written lease and if so
what does it say in terms of the landlord's
responsibilities? Is there a local building
code that may have been violated? There
may be a cause of action depending on
the answers to these and possibly other questions.
I represent injury victims and their families
throughout Illinois and Indiana. Please contact
me if you wish to discuss your situation further.
Indiana and Illinois Lawyer, Burton A. Padove
2327 45th Street, Suite B
Highland, IN 46322
Legal Answer
A terrible situation. Yes, there may be a recovery. All of the facts and circumstances
of the scene and the fall and prior discussions are relevant. The applicable law places a duty
of due care on the landlord. Until I am able to speak with you directly, I am unable to
give a definitive answer on the likelihood of recovery. This is general information only
and not legal advice. I would be glad to spend time with you and your family
for a free, no obligation consultation.
Thank you for your consideration.
Law Offices of Meyer and Blumenshine
105 W. Adams Street, 39th Floor
Chicago, IL 60603
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