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Slip and fall lawyer North Charleston

Property duties, hazards, and injury claims

Owners and managers must keep property reasonably safe and warn about hazards they know or should know about. Common dangers include wet floors, loose mats, poor lighting, broken steps, and uneven sidewalks at stores and apartments. Doughty Law Firm gathers photos, incident reports, and medical records to build a clear claim.

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The timeline that affects your claim

Deadlines and early evidence collection

Most South Carolina injury claims have a three-year filing deadline, which can run from the injury or discovery depending on the facts. Evidence fades quickly at places like Northwoods Mall or big box stores near Rivers Ave. Act promptly so video, maintenance logs, and witnesses can be preserved.

Proving negligence on unsafe property

Notice, inspection, and documentation

To prove negligence, we show the hazard existed long enough that the property should have fixed or warned about it. We request inspection records, cleaning schedules, and prior incident reports. Photos, shoe tread patterns, and spill trails can be powerful details.

Damages and recovery

Medical costs, lost income, and pain

Compensation can include treatment costs, therapy, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If injuries happen near Park Circle or Hanahan, we coordinate local providers and track recovery. Doughty Law Firm presents a demand that reflects the full effect on your daily life.

Questions people ask after a fall

Short answers to common issues

  • How do I prove the property owner was negligent?

    We use photos, records, and witness accounts to show the owner knew or should have known about the hazard. Prompt reporting strengthens your case.

  • What if I was partly at fault?

    South Carolina uses comparative negligence, so recovery can be reduced by your share of fault. We address issues like footwear, distractions, and warning signs.

  • Can I sue a store for slipping on a wet floor?

    You may have a claim if the store created the hazard or failed to clean or warn in time. We investigate video, cleanup logs, and staff statements.

  • Who pays my medical bills?

    The at-fault party's insurer may be responsible, and your health insurance may apply initially. We coordinate benefits and reimbursement as needed.

  • How long will my case take?

    Timelines depend on treatment length, available evidence, and willingness to settle. We keep you updated and move the case forward.

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Speak with a North Charleston premises liability attorney

Tell us what happened and where the fall occurred. Doughty Law Firm will explain next steps and begin preserving key evidence.