Rainy Season Slip-and-Fall Accidents

The rainy season in Los Angeles, spanning from November to March, brings increased rainfall that can create hazardous conditions on sidewalks, driveways, and other surfaces. When property owners fail to take reasonable precautions, such as repairing uneven pavement, cleaning up debris, or addressing pooling water, these wet and slippery conditions significantly increase the risk of slip and fall accidents. Negligence in maintaining safe premises during the rainy season can lead to serious injuries, underscoring the importance of a dedicated legal team to recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

At Salamati Law, a Los Angeles slip and fall lawyer who understands the enhanced duty that wet weather imposes on property owners is your best advocate. We can negotiate with insurance companies to receive a fair settlement covering all your losses, including both economic and non-economic damages. We have recovered more than $350 million for our clients. Schedule a free consultation today.

How Do Conditions During Rainy Seasons Increase the Likelihood of Slip-and-Fall Accidents?

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As noted, the rainy season is more likely to leave puddles of standing water and muddy or slippery conditions in areas that have not been configured to channel excess water away from walkways and grass paths.

Property owners should inspect their properties to verify that they can handle extra water, including:

  • Inspecting and repairing gutters and downspouts to confirm that they have sufficient integrity to handle extra rain.
  • Repairing broken or uneven sidewalks to reduce the risk of water pooling in cracks and depressions.
  • Verifying that sewers and culverts are clear of blockage and debris that prevent rainwater from flowing away from common areas.
  • Checking pools of water at entrances and exits in interior areas of buildings or cordoning off the area with a warning sign.

If a commercial or residential property owner/manager has failed to correct any known defects within a reasonable amount of time or warned you about a greater risk of standing water and you slip and fall on a wet surface in Los Angeles, you may have a valid reason to recover compensation. Consult with a Los Angeles slip-and-fall attorney if you have questions about your right or opportunity to file a lawsuit.

Are Property Owners Always at Fault for a California Rainy Season Slip-Fall- Accident?

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Under California law, the damages that an injured slip-and-fall accident victim can recover will be reduced in proportion to the victim’s own fault. Knowing this, property owners and liability insurance companies will likely attempt to shift some or all blame onto the victim. An insurer might argue, for example, that someone who suffered a slip-and-fall injury was wearing inappropriate shoes for the prevailing weather conditions or failed to notice open and apparent pools of water that accumulated after a heavy rainfall.

Your legal team should have sufficient knowledge and experience to anticipate and fight back against a comparative negligence defense.

Call Salamati Law for a Free Consultation

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Has a slip and fall on a wet floor or other surface left you seriously injured or potentially disabled during the rainy season? Know your legal rights. If the negligence of another party, such as a property owner, caused your injury, you may be eligible for compensation for the economic, psychological, and medical hardships you face. We are prepared to leverage our considerable resources to fight for your rights. Call today to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.

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