How Indiana Premises Liability Attorneys Can Help When Wet Floors Result in Personal Injuries

May 17, 2024

As winter continues here in Indiana, we will see snowfall on and off until warmer weather arrives. This also means that Hoosiers will continue to track snow, ice, and slush in on their shoes. It’s good manners to wipe your feet at the door of any business, but this doesn’t always completely get rid of the snow.  

As a result, this means many Indiana businesses have wet floors from time to time.  

Winter weather is inevitable. But business owners have a responsibility to maintain safe and clean premises for customers and employees alike. Otherwise, someone could become seriously injured.  

If you slip on a wet floor after entering a business, you do have rights and options. Trusting an experienced personal injury lawyer and filing a lawsuit is one of the best ways to receive compensation for your trouble and medical expenses.  

At Hensley Legal Group, we have many years of experience when it comes to slip and fall cases involving wet floors. Our team of lawyers are here and ready to listen to your case. It’s just a matter of reaching out when you’re ready to talk.  

At your earliest convenience, we hope you’ll give us a call at 317-472-3333, chat with us online, or fill out our online contact form. Someone from our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and we can start your case in under an hour.  

We will be here to help when wintery weather conditions and negligent managers cause slip and fall accidents, so please continue reading to learn how Indiana premises liability attorneys can help when wet floors result in personal injuries. 

Maintaining a safe and clean premises must be a top priority for business owners 

Small business owners are the backbone of our country. And our local business owners are what make Indiana so great. Entrepreneurship isn’t always an easy task. But even so, these small business owners have a responsibility to keep all guests and workers safe. That includes maintaining the building and keeping it free from hazards.  

When customers track in snow, ice, and slush from outside, the floors get wet. When that happens, business owners and property managers have a few options. They must either:  

• Clean up the wet floor immediately, or  
• Put up a wet floor sign to warn everyone about the hazard until the wet floor can be cleaned  

Small business owners and property managers have so much on their plates, so it’s not always feasible to expect them to immediately clean a wet floor. But they do at the very least have a responsibility to warn others about the danger.  

Failing to clean the floor or at least set out a wet floor sign can result in a slip and fall accident, which could lead to a personal injury lawsuit.  

Slip and fall accidents have the potential to be incredibly serious 

In many slip and fall cases, the victim will sustain bumps and bruises. It’s not a fun experience, but many people walk away without long-term damage.  

However, many other victims can experience serious injuries such as:  

• Fractures and broken bones 
• Head trauma
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Concussions
• Long-term damage to back and knees
• Neck injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Emotional wounds, such as post-traumatic stress disorder 

As you can clearly see, these injuries aren’t at all superficial. While some may recover in time, others could result in life-altering conditions such as paralysis, coma, or even death. This is precisely why slip and fall risks should never be taken lightly.  

After sustaining serious injuries like these, a person will likely need immediate medical attention. In severe cases, they may even need multiple life-saving surgeries and lengthy hospital stays.  

As you can imagine, these costs can quickly add up. That’s where filing a personal injury lawsuit can come in handy. When you work with the right personal injury lawyer, the process becomes much easier, and you dramatically improve your chances of winning your claim.  

Let Hensley Legal Group help in your time of need 

If you slipped and fell on a wet floor, you most certainly have rights and options. If the business owner failed to properly notify you about the hazardous situation, they could be held legally responsible for your injuries.  

Here at Hensley Legal Group, we want to help you get the financial compensation you truly deserve. Dealing with the aftermath of an injury is never fun or easy. When you work with us, we will do everything in our power to help you get back on your feet.  

When you are ready to talk about your case, we will be here to help advise you and help you make smart decisions. If you have any questions at all, we are easily accessible and ready to speak with you. Chat with us online, send us a message, or give us a call at 317-472-3333. 

Hensley Legal Group is on your side, no matter what winter weather has in store.