Legal Question in Personal Injury in Illinois

Re: Slip and Fall

Simply stated, both!

Re: Slip and Fall

Dear Sirs:

Both the leasor and the owner of the property can be held liable. You may even have a case against the management company.

Please call us should you wish to discuss.

Sincerely,

John C. Wunsch, P.C.

Chicago, Illinois

Re: Slip and Fall

Technically, they could both be on the hook. If you retain an attorney, he'll likely sue them both. Then, one or more insurance policies will kick in and cover the claim.

You should certainly schedule a consultation with an attorney as handling the claim on your own will be complicated and will likely net you less of a recovery.

Re: Slip and Fall

It will likely come down to whichever party had a contractual obligation to maintain the parking lot. In these situations, if a lawsuit is filed, it is usually filed against the owner of the premises and the tenant of the premises. Get a lawyer to help you.

Re: Slip and Fall

Usually a commercial tenant may have an indemnification clause in its lease with the owner. However, you would not be able to find that out until and unless you retain an attorney who will do the necessary research for you.

Also, keep in mind that just because you fell it does not meant that the tenant or the owner have to pay you any money. You must show that you were injured as the result of your fall. You must go to the doctor and document your injuries. If you do not have a personal doctor, you must find one very quick. More you wait, more you give the insurance adjuster ammunition to minimize your injuries and pay you as little as possible.

You will most likely be better off if you retain an attorney who knows how to handle such cases.

I hope this helps,

Taradji law Offices

Re: Slip and Fall

Both.