Premises Liability

Arkansas Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers

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Arkansas Premises Liability Lawyers

You were somewhere you had every right to be—a grocery store, an apartment complex, a job site, a neighbor’s home—and someone else’s negligence left you seriously hurt. Property owners and managers have a legal obligation to keep their premises reasonably safe. When they fail to meet that obligation, and you or someone you love pays the price, Caddell Reynolds Law Firm is ready to hold them accountable and fight to win every dollar of compensation you deserve.

Backed by more than 100 years of combined legal experience, our Arkansas premises liability lawyers have successfully represented clients across Arkansas, southern Missouri, and eastern Oklahoma, securing millions in verdicts and settlements on their behalf. We know you’re coming to us at one of the most difficult and uncertain times in your life, and we’re committed to providing the compassionate, steadfast advocacy your case demands—from your first call to the resolution of your claim.

Don’t wait to get the help you need. Contact Caddell Reynolds today for a free case review with an experienced Arkansas premises liability lawyer, and find out how our team can help you get on the road to recovery.

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Slip and fall accidents account for over 1 million patient emergency room visits each year. Many of these accidents cause fractures and concussions. Slip and falls are also the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims and are the leading cause of occupational injury for people over 55 years and older.

If you were injured in a slip, trip, or fall accident in Arkansas, Caddell Reynolds Law Firm may be able to help. Every case is unique and the facts and circumstances of your accident will determine if you have a valid claim for compensation.

Call us today at 800-671-4100 or contact our firm online to discuss your case during a free consultation.

Do I Have a Slip & Fall Accident Injury Case?

If you answer “yes” to any of the following questions, it is in your best interest to enlist the help of our Arkansas slip and fall attorneys:

Did your slip and fall occur in a business, store, medical facility, or government agency?
Did you trip or slip on an object that was out of place and increased the risk of the accident?
Were warning signs not present or not clearly visible near where you fell?
Could a warning have been placed to limit the risk of your accident?
Did insufficient lighting and/or security play a role in the accident or attack?
If you tripped on a carpet, floor, etc. or slipped on a wet and/or loose area, was the hazardous area there long enough that the responsible party should have fixed it?

Until you are injured, you may not understand the serious consequences a slip and fall accident can cause. There are many potentially life-changing issues that can result from a slip and fall accident, including:

Traumatic brain injury
Spinal cord injury
Broken bones
Temporary or permanent disability

More than a quarter of all traumatic brain injuries (28%) result from falls, even more than car accidents. A slightly smaller percentage of spinal cord injuries are caused by falls (22%), but in persons over age 65, spinal cord injuries are most often caused by falls and are often a consequence of nursing home neglect.

A Property Owner’s Responsibility

Slip and fall lawsuits are considered a category of premises liability because it is a property owner’s responsibility to ensure that his or her property is safe for all visitors. This is especially true if the owner invites you to their property for the purpose of conducting business. A skilled Arkansas premises liability lawyer can help hold negligent property owners accountable when they fail to correct or identify hazards. Property owners not only have a responsibility to quickly correct any known hazards but to be vigilant for new or emerging hazards.

If you suffered a serious personal injury due to a slip and fall that could have been prevented, you may be entitled to compensation for:

Past and future medical bills
Lost wages and diminished earning ability
Reimbursement for physical therapy and occupational therapy costs
Pain, suffering, and diminished quality of life

The amount and type of compensation you may receive will depend on your individual circumstances.

If you have questions about a possible slip and fall claim, contact Caddell Reynolds Law Firm today at 800-671-4100. We have offices conveniently located to serve you in Jonesboro, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Rogers, Arkansas.

Premises Liability: Frequently Asked Questions

The property had a warning sign posted. Does that mean I can't file a claim?

Not necessarily. A warning sign can be one factor in evaluating how a property owner responded to a known hazard, but its presence does not automatically shield them from liability. To be effective, a warning must be visible, clearly worded, and adequately placed to actually alert visitors to the specific danger. If a hazard was allowed to persist for an unreasonable period of time, or if a sign was placed in a way that a reasonable visitor would not notice it, the property owner may still be liable for resulting injuries.

I was hurt at my apartment complex. Can I sue my landlord?

Potentially, yes. Landlords and property management companies have a duty to maintain common areas—hallways, stairwells, parking lots, exterior walkways, and lobbies—in a reasonably safe condition. If you were injured due to a known or foreseeable hazard in a common area that the landlord failed to address within a reasonable time, you may have a viable premises liability claim. The nature of the hazard, who was responsible for maintaining that area under your lease, and whether the landlord had notice of the dangerous condition are among the factors an attorney will evaluate.

Are wrongful death settlements taxable?

Under the Internal Revenue Code, damages received on account of physical injuries or physical sickness—including the death of a family member—are generally excluded from taxable income. This means that the core components of most wrongful death verdicts and settlements, including compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, lost income, loss of companionship, and pain and suffering, are typically tax-free.

There are, however, important exceptions to be aware of. Punitive damages are generally considered taxable income under federal law. If your settlement or verdict includes a punitive damages component, that portion may be subject to taxation. If your settlement accrues interest between the time of the award and the time of payment, that interest is typically taxable as well.

Tax law is complex, and the specific tax treatment of your financial recovery will depend on its structure and the nature of the damages awarded. We strongly recommend consulting with a tax professional once your case is resolved to understand your obligations and plan accordingly. Our Arkansas wrongful death lawyers can help connect you with the right resources.

Can I bring a premises liability claim if I was hurt while working on someone else's property?

Yes, in some circumstances. While workers' compensation typically covers workplace injuries, it is not always the only remedy available. If a dangerous condition on a third party's property—property you were working on, not your employer's own premises—contributed to your injury, you may be able to pursue a premises liability claim against that property owner in addition to a workers' compensation claim through your employer. These cases can be complex, and the interaction between workers' compensation and third-party premises liability claims involves important strategic considerations. Our attorneys can evaluate your specific situation and explain all available avenues for recovery.

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