Can I still file a claim if there was a warning sign?

Yes. A “Wet Floor” sign is not a get out of jail free card for a property owner when a slip and fall accident occurs. The sign may have been hidden, obstructed, or knocked down prior to the accident, a spill may have been forgotten or ignored for a longer period, or the floor was not adequately cleaned to prevent a slip and fall.

How do I prove the property owner knew about the hazard?

Do you have reason to believe that the property owner knew or should have known about the hazard? This process to prove that the property owners knew about the hazard is called “constructive notice” and can be proven by examining the duration the hazard was in place, if the hazard is recurring, or if maintenance logs are up to date.

Do I need to see a doctor immediately?

Yes. Adrenaline has the ability to mask serious soft-tissue injuries that may not be readily apparent and head trauma like concussions or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) can have delayed symptoms. In addition to the medical element of the incident, seeing a doctor immediately creates a chain of medical documents to serve as evidence in your case.

How does "Modified Comparative Negligence" affect my case?

Colorado law implements “Modified Comparative Negligence” in personal injury cases that impacts compensation and damages based on fault. If you are less than 50% at fault in a slip and fall accident, you are still eligible for compensation, and that compensation is reduced by your own percentage of fault in the incident.

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