Your footwear can play a key role in determining slip and fall liability. At Fielding Law, we understand that accidents are never simple. Our skilled attorneys help clients in California and Arizona by addressing every factor in a slip and fall case, including footwear.
How Footwear Impacts Slip and Fall Liability
The type of shoes you wear can influence whether you are partially at fault for your slip and fall accident. Property owners, defense lawyers, or insurance companies may claim that inappropriate footwear contributed to your fall. Common footwear issues include:
- High heels that reduce balance.
- Sandals or flip-flops that lack grip.
- Worn-out shoes that provide minimal support.
Even if footwear played a role, the property owner must still maintain a safe environment. Our attorneys will show how property hazards, not your footwear, caused your accident.
Keep Liability on the Property Owner
While your footwear may factor into the case, it doesn’t automatically mean you are to blame. California and Arizona follow comparative negligence laws, which allow you to receive compensation even if you’re partly responsible. For instance:
- If you wore unstable shoes, you might bear 20% of the blame. However, the property owner could still be 80% responsible for unsafe conditions.
At Fielding Law, we work to keep the primary liability on the property owner by gathering evidence to prove their negligence.
Why Hire Fielding Law?
At Fielding Law, we are dedicated to protecting your rights in slip and fall liability cases. Our experienced injury attorneys will examine the property’s conditions, your footwear, and every detail of your case. We fight to maximize your compensation, so you can focus on recovering.
Contact Fielding Law Today
Injured in a slip and fall accident? Call Fielding Law at 833.88.SHARK for a free consultation. Let us help you Bite Back and hold negligent property owners accountable.
Note: Information provided is for educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult with a qualified attorney for legal concerns.
