One of the major considerations in pursuing a slip and fall lawsuit is how much you might receive for a settlement. This is because you want to make sure you have financial stability after suffering costly injuries due to someone else’s negligence.
In Indiana, the average slip and fall settlement varies widely, depending on the circumstances of each case. A South Bend slip and fall accident attorney from Blackburn Romey can help determine what your claim is worth and what you might expect.
In Indiana, a slip and fall accident happens when someone sustains harm due to hazards on another person’s property. Businesses, landlords, and property owners are responsible for maintaining their property in reasonably safe condition for visitors and customers. This type of incident often arises from the property owner or occupier’s failure to do so.
It can be difficult to pinpoint an average value of a slip and fall settlement because many factors come into play, and each case is different. For the most accurate and personalized information, reach out to a South Bend slip and fall lawyer.
In Indiana, there are no damage caps on compensatory damages for most slip and fall cases. However, there is a specific limit on punitive damages. According to the law, you can recover punitive damages of up to $50,000 or three times the total compensatory damages award, whichever is greater (Indiana Code § 34−51−3−4). This means you can recover compensation for actual losses, but any additional punitive damages sought as a penalty against the defendant will be subject to this cap.
In slip and fall claims, the different types of recoverable damage that a claimant can seek include:
To ensure your civil claim is considered in Indiana, it must be filed within the statute of limitations of two years from the accident date in most circumstances.
The settlement amount in a slip and fall case is influenced by multiple factors. Here are some of the key considerations:
Each of these factors is key when negotiating a settlement in slip and fall cases. You need professional legal representation to accurately assess and advocate for all incurred damages.
Determining liability for slip and fall is often based on who had responsibility over the property when the accident happened and whether their negligence contributed to it. Some of the parties who might be liable include:
If you have been injured by a slip and fall on someone’s property, you could have a valid claim for compensation. The experienced South Bend Slip and Fall attorneys at Blackburn Romey have been helping injured individuals seek justice for decades. Let our award-winning team handle your case while you focus on recovering.
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Blackburn Romey founding partner Tom Blackburn graduated with honors receiving a degree from Indiana University at the Robert H. McKinney School of Law. Initiating his legal career in 1977, he has been active in practicing law and currently serves as a member of the Indiana State Bar Association on the Ethics and Advertising Committees, the American Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, as a board member at the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, and as an appointed member of the Executive Committee for the State of Indiana for the National Trial Lawyers Association.
This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Tom Blackburn, who has more than 47 years of legal experience, including over 39 years specializing as a personal injury attorney.