Slip and Fall Injury Claim in Charleston, SC
Slipped or tripped on a hazardous surface at a Charleston business, restaurant, or property? Cornerstone Law Group holds negligent property owners accountable under SC premises liability law.
- Premises liability focus
- No upfront legal fees
- SC-licensed attorneys
What Is Slip and Fall Injury Claim?
A slip and fall claim holds property owners or managers legally responsible when a hazardous condition - wet floors, broken steps, poor lighting, uneven pavement - causes a visitor to fall and suffer injury.
Why Choose Cornerstone Law Group for Slip and Fall Injury Claim
Why Choose Us
Cornerstone Law Group understands how quickly property owners and their insurers move to dispute or erase evidence after a fall. We act fast to document conditions, preserve surveillance footage, and identify all responsible parties in Charleston County.
Common Slip and Fall Injury Claim Scenarios
Wet Floor at a Restaurant
A spill left unmarked near the kitchen entrance of a downtown Charleston restaurant causes a customer to fall and fracture a wrist during dinner service.
Broken Sidewalk at Retail Center
A cracked and raised sidewalk panel at a North Charleston shopping center trips a shopper, resulting in a knee ligament injury requiring surgery.
Poorly Lit Stairwell
A burned-out light in an apartment complex stairwell on James Island leaves a tenant unable to see a step edge, causing a serious ankle fracture.
Our Slip and Fall Injury Claim Process
Document the Scene
Photographs, incident reports, and witness information gathered at the scene are essential. We advise you on exactly what to preserve and request immediately after the fall.
Preserve Surveillance Footage
Commercial properties in Charleston typically retain video for 30 to 72 hours. We send preservation letters immediately to prevent the footage from being deleted or overwritten.
Establish Liability
We investigate how long the hazard existed, whether the owner had notice, and whether building codes or safety standards were violated on the Charleston property.
Pursue Full Damages
We calculate medical expenses, physical therapy costs, lost income, and the impact on your daily life, then negotiate with the property owner's liability insurer for full compensation.
Slip and Fall Injury Claim - Frequently Asked Questions
You must show the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn visitors. Evidence of prior complaints, inspection logs, or similar past incidents in Charleston can support your claim significantly.
Yes, under South Carolina's comparative fault system, you may recover damages as long as you are less than 51 percent at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault, so strong documentation matters.
Property owners commonly raise this defense. However, visitors are not required to anticipate hidden or unmarked hazards. We counter these claims with evidence showing the property owner's failure to warn or repair was the primary cause.
Broken bones, spinal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, knee and shoulder damage, and soft tissue injuries all qualify. Even injuries that appear minor initially can have lasting effects, making early legal consultation important for protecting your rights.
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Cornerstone Law Group provides slip and fall injury claim throughout Charleston and surrounding communities.
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