I slipped and broke my hand after someone at the place where this happened was mopping, can I get medical comp

Question

My company rented a local dance hall for a christmas party until 2 am. At 1:30, one of the guys starts mopping the floor without putting up signs or anything (it was also quite dark in there) and without knowing he had mopped where I was walking, I slipped and broke my hand. I don't really want to take this to court, but this surgery is costing me about $2500 cause a guy didn't put a sign up... Is this grounds for compensation?

Answer 1

Maybe. It depends what state you live in, and whether or not you did anything to contribute to the accident (were you wearing heels that were too high/too slippery? Had you been drinking alcohol? Did you have a pre-existing condition? Etc., etc., etc.) and whether there is a comparative negligence statute that would apply. In comparative negligence states, the judge determines how much each party's negligence contributed to the total accident, and assigns guilt/liability accordingly. Some states say that if more than 60% is not attributable to any one party, then no party can be held financially liable. Other states' statutes say that you have to subtract the less guilty/liable's percentage of fault from the more guilty/liable's, and that's the percentage of the total costs the less guilty/liable is entitled to. If you are lucky enough to live in an absolute liability state, then whichever party is the more guilty/liable, is the party required to pay 100% of the costs. The bottom line is that there are a lot of variables that may apply to your situation and can impact the answer. The best thing to do would be to consult an attorney - many will offer the first half-hour consultation free of charge, or take your case on contingency (i.e., for a percentage of whatever they end up winning on your case - usually limited by law to roughly 30% of the total award). Also, many state bar associations offer free legal advice one night a month at local libraries and civic centers (in my state, it's called "Wednesday Night At The Bar") - the bar association is usually in the phone book. Hope this helps, and hope your hand is doing well!

Answer 2

Bascially, you have two routes you could go. Since it's a company event, you are probably entitled to benefits under Worker's Compensation, although the event was not part of your normal work duties.



However, you can file a claim against the dance hall, which probably has General Liability insurance. The surgery shouldn't cost you a dime.

Answer 3

It would seem so, yes, but if you were working then you need to file with your employer. Also, you may have a claim against whoever employed the person who was mopping the floor and they owner of the facility.



You need a lawyer. Most lawyers will take "slip and Fall" cases on contingency (for a portion of the final cash award).

Answer 4

I believe the local dance hall that was rented should have insurance. If any lawsuit was filed I think it would be with the facility you slipped in. A similar incident happened to my sister in a grocery store in the vegetable department the floor was wet (though I don't think she was dancing) anyway she received a large settlement.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Absolutely. Unless he had the warning buoys out, he created a hazard and the property owner should cover it. Ask the property owner who carries his insurance so you can submit a claim.

Answer 7

YES!!!!



Get an attorney and sue the pants off of him! You have a perfect personal injury case!

Just be sure to get all of your injury description and treatment documented.

Answer 8

yes. look in the phonebook for a personal injury lawyer. and contact witnesses.

Answer 9

Yes, you probably can. I would talk to a lawyer. Good luck with you recovery.