Legal Question in Personal Injury in Virginia
I missed a step and fell in front of a local business. Are there legal avenues to pursue?
Asked on 1/01/10, 7:18 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Gary Mims
Sickels, Frei & Mims
It doesnt sound like it. For the business to be liable there must have been (1) a defect that caused your fall (eg. broken step), (2) they had to know about (or should have known about) the defect, and (3) the defect had to be one that a person such as yourself exercising reasonable care would not have discovered. If the injury occurred on the property of the business, they may have insurance that will cover your medical expenses regardless of fault.
Answered on 1/06/10, 7:37 am