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Lewistown Slip and Fall Lawyer

The Advocates are here to help if you’ve been injured in a slip and fall anywhere in Montana.

We have all slipped and fallen on something at some point. Usually, we just pop back up and go about our day feeling a bit sore and perhaps a touch embarrassed. Unfortunately, we are not always so lucky, and your seemingly normal fall can leave you feeling like you’ve been in a car accident.

These times that leave you significantly injured can be devastating, not just physically but emotionally and financially as well. We want you to know that you are not alone; our team of accident lawyers strive to leave you feeling seen and understood.

After any injury, especially one caused in such a mundane manner, you may feel embarrassed and not want to seek help, but we want to help. A personal injury attorney with The Lewistown Advocates Law Office can get you back on track.

The Next Steps in Your Lewistown Slip and Fall Case

Injury

Immediately after falling, assess your injuries

Hire Attorney

Contact The Advocates as soon as possible to begin the road to recovery

Treatment

Seek medical attention as soon as you can

Medical Records

Keep track of any and all treatment you receive during recovery

Finish Treatment

Once you’ve completed treatment, your case can move forward

Demand

Your Advocate will send a demand letter to the other party

Frequently Asked Questions

You will pay nothing out-of-pocket when you hire an Advocate.  

Your initial consultation with us is always 100% free. There are never any upfront costs or hidden fees.  

Our attorneys work on a contingency basis, which means that our attorney fees are calculated as a percentage of your settlement. We do not get paid unless we win your case, and you receive a settlement.  

For more information on how settlements and payment work, please see our contingency fee information page.

If the accident resulted in injuries or significant property damage, it is a good idea to contact a lawyer. An experienced personal injury attorney can help you navigate the claims process, which can be lengthy and complex.  

Your attorney will gather evidence, keep track of your medical records, negotiate with insurance companies, and represent you in court if necessary. 

The best way to know if you have a case is to speak with an attorney. The Advocates offer free consultations—you can speak with a qualified legal team to understand what your case is worth without paying a dime.

Every personal injury case is different. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to accident claims. The length of the claims process will depend on the severity of your injuries, the willingness of the other party to settle, the court’s caseload, and more.  

In general, personal injury cases can take anywhere from several months to a several years. It is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible to get your case started. Each state has a statute of limitations for personal injury cases, after which you will lose your right of action.

When you hire The Advocates, we will begin investigating your accident immediately while you finish medical treatment. Once all evidence and medical records have been compiled, your attorney will send a demand letter to the other party’s insurance company. At this point, negotiations will begin.  

In many cases, a settlement can be reached during negotiations. If the other party refuses to make a fair offer, you may choose to file a suit. In the litigation phase, your attorney will represent you in court in front of a judge, jury, and/or arbitrator.

A Team of Professionals Assigned to Your Case   

For nearly 30 years, The Advocates have helped thousands of personal injury victims receive fair compensation and care they deserve after their accidents, and we are prepared to do the same for you.   

We can help you:  

  • Understand the claims process  
  • Investigate your accident  
  • Work together with you towards a full resolution of your injuries  
  • Negotiate with insurance adjusters 
  • Obtain a settlement or judgment against the at-fault party

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Montana Slip and Fall Statistics

old man falling down, senior accident

Montana slip, trip, and fall statistics 

  • One-tenth of falls cause an injury restricting movement for one day or longer.
  • Montana consistently has a higher death rate due to falls among people 65+ than the national average. 
  • The highest rates of fall accidents happen to people who are over 65 years old, people with disabilities, and people who live in rural areas.

Common causes of slip and fall accidents: 

A fall can happen at any time. Certain circumstances can increase the risk of slips, trips, and falls: 

  • Unmarked wet floors: When spills happen in public spaces, they should be marked off and cleaned as quickly as possible. 
  • Uneven floors: Damaged surfaces, cracks in pavement, and loose carpeting or floorboards can all be tripping hazards. 
  • Unsafe stairways: Steep, narrow stairways or stairways without handrails are a significant risk. 
  • Falls from work equipment: Many workers’ compensation claims result from falls while working, especially when moving from one level to another.
  • Icy walkways: Slippery surfaces in parking lots and sidewalks during winter can be a significant risk.
A snowy, slushy walkway presents a risk for slip and fall injuries
common injuries that result from slip and fall accidents

Common slip-and-fall injuries  

Slip and fall injuries can range from mild to life-threatening. Some common injuries resulting from falls include: 

  • Traumatic brain injuries 
  • Head injuries 
  • Neck, back, and spinal cord injuries 
  • Broken bones, especially the hip and/or pelvis 
  • Sprains and strains, particularly to the wrists, hands, or ankles 
  • Bruises and lacerations

Montana Premises Liability Laws

Man shovels snow from driveway

Who is at fault for my slip and fall accident? 

If you have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident on someone else’s property, you need to prove negligence by establishing the following: 

  • Duty of Care: The defendant owned, leased, occupied, insured, or controlled the property and was responsible for keeping it safe. 
  • Breach of duty: The property owner was aware of hazardous conditions and failed to address them. 
  • Causation: The dangerous conditions on the property caused the injury. 
  • Damages: Due to the property owner’s negligence, the plaintiff suffered damages such as medical expenses, loss of income, pain and suffering, and even funeral expenses for a loved one. 

 

An experienced slip-and-fall lawyer can help you determine whether you have a case.

What is the statute of limitations for slips and falls? 

The practice area of personal injury claims is subject to the statute of limitations, the time limit for filing a claim. If you plan to file a slip-and-fall lawsuit, you have to do it before the statute of limitations expires. 

In Montana, the statute of limitations for personal injury accident cases is generally three years. This may seem like a long time, but navigating the claims process can take months or even years. The sooner you contact a personal injury lawyer, the better. 

The accident attorneys with The Advocates personal injury law firm serving Lewistown can help you get started on your injury claim immediately. Contact us for a free consultation.

Statute of limitations (SOL) on a court desk.
Medical bill from the hospital, concept of rising medical cost.

What damages can I seek in a slip-and-fall case? 

Depending on the circumstances surrounding the accident, slip-and-fall victims can potentially seek damages including:  

  • Medical bills 
  • Lost wages and loss of future earnings 
  • Non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering 
  • Funeral and burial expenses, in the case of wrongful death 

These are just some examples. A personal injury attorney can help you determine what you can claim, as every case is unique.

Why Should I Hire a Montana Slip and Fall Attorney?

It’s hard to know what to focus on when you’ve been injured. You’re suffering physical pain, emotional distress, and financial struggles. This applies to falling and being hurt, auto accidents, or any other way of injuring yourself.

When your injuries result from the negligence of others, you also add the stress of dealing with the legal system to everything else, and that’s where we come in. The Advocates put you and your recovery first.

We understand that you are more than just a case. We treat our clients like we would want to be treated ourselves. You are dealing with a difficult time, and we want to do everything we can to make it easier for you.

Contact our Lewistown personal injury attorneys today for a free consultation. You deserve legal representation that puts you and your loved ones first. You deserve an Advocate.

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