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Accidentes de deslizamiento y caída: ¿Qué hace que un propietario sea responsable de las lesiones?

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California tiene más de 164,000 tiendas minoristas, que van desde moda de alta gama en Beverly Hills hasta boutiques eclécticas en Santa Cruz. Estas tiendas tienen un hilo común: los clientes pueden resultar lesionados en sus instalaciones.

No todas las lesiones de los clientes justifican una reclamación por daños y perjuicios. Algunos accidentes son realmente accidentales.

Pero la negligencia del personal del propietario contribuye a muchos de estos accidentes. Cuando un propietario podría haber evitado los accidentes, es responsable de los daños que se produzcan.

Estas son algunas de las cosas que debe saber acerca de la responsabilidad del propietario por lesiones en sus instalaciones.

Lesiones por resbalón y caídas

El término «resbalón y caída» abarca una serie de lesiones que se producen en las instalaciones de otra persona. Las lesiones por resbalones y caídas no requieren necesariamente un resbalón o una caída. Pero requieren algún tipo de peligro para estar presente en las instalaciones que causaron la lesión.

Cómo se producen las lesiones por resbalones y caídas

Algunos riesgos comunes que conducen a lesiones por resbalones y caídas incluyen:

  • Suelos pulidos
  • Pisos húmedos
  • Alfombra suelta
  • Azulejo roto o hormigón
  • Pisos irregulares
  • Barandillas rotas
  • Mala iluminación
  • Pasos no marcados que suben o bajan
  • Umbrales elevados de las puertas
  • Objetos en el suelo

Las lesiones por resbalones y caídas ocurren cuando un peligro en la propiedad hace que usted pierda su pie. Tenga en cuenta que el peligro podría no estar necesariamente en el suelo. Por ejemplo, una barandilla suelta puede causar que pierda su pie cuando se mueve inesperadamente.

Lesiones comunes por resbalón y caída

Los accidentes de resbalón y caída producen lesiones similares debido a la forma en que ocurren los accidentes. A medida que comienza a caer, su instinto es tratar de sujetarse. Si su cuerpo cae hacia atrás, es probable que se eche hacia atrás con los brazos. Si cae hacia adelante, dará un paso adelante con la pierna y arrojará los brazos hacia fuera.

En ambas situaciones, usted podría sufrir lesiones en las manos, muñecas, codos y rodillas cuando impactan el suelo bajo el peso de su cuerpo. A medida que continúa cayendo, podría golpear la cadera o la espalda en el suelo.

Finalmente, mientras su cuerpo se detiene, su cabeza da latigazos. Este movimiento podría tensar el cuello y permitir que su cabeza golpee el suelo.

Como resultado de una caída, es posible que tenga las siguientes lesiones:

  • Muñeca fracturada
  • Latigazo
  • Lesión de espalda
  • Cadera rota
  • Lesión de rodilla
  • Contusiones faciales y fracturas
  • Lesión cerebral traumática
  • Fractura de cráneo

Estas lesiones podrían requerir tratamiento médico y fisioterapia. Pueden hacer que falte al trabajo o incluso provocar discapacidades de por vida.

Demostración de responsabilidad por resbalones y caídas en California

Para comprobar la responsabilidad por un resbalón y caída, debe demostrar que el propietario fue negligente y que su negligencia causó sus lesiones. Específicamente, debe demostrar cuatro elementos:

Deber

El propietario de la propiedad debe proteger a sus clientes y huéspedes de peligros en su propiedad. No debe esta obligación a los intrusos.

Incumplimiento.

Un propietario incumple el deber para con sus clientes y huéspedes cuando los miembros del personal no adoptan medidas razonables para mantener la seguridad del local. Estas medidas incluyen fijar o advertir a los clientes acerca de los peligros conocidos o razonablemente deberían haber sido descubiertos.

Por ejemplo, si se produjo un derrame inmediatamente antes de que un cliente se deslizara, es posible que una tienda no haya actuado negligentemente. Debe haber sido consciente del derrame o no haber tomado medidas razonables para encontrar derrames.

Por otro lado, supongamos que un cliente informa de un derrame a un gerente. Si el gerente no envía a un miembro del personal a limpiarlo o a poner un cartel de advertencia, el establecimiento podría haber incumplido su deber con los clientes.

Daño

Usted debe sufrir algún perjuicio para demandar a una  negocio por negligencia. Si se resbala en un derrame, pero se agarra antes de lesionarse, probablemente no tenga ningún reclamo por negligencia. Pero si usted sufre alguna lesión, no importa lo leve que sea, usted puede tener una reclamación por negligencia. Solo tenga en cuenta que una lesión menor probablemente sólo recibirá un pago menor o indemnización por daños.

Causación

La violación debe causar el daño. Para probar la causalidad en California, debe demostrar que el incumplimiento fue la causa de hecho y la causa próxima de la lesión.

«Causa de hecho» significa que la infracción entró en la cadena de acontecimientos que condujo al perjuicio. «Causa próxima» significa que el perjuicio era un resultado previsible del incumplimiento.

En la mayoría de los casos, se puede demostrar fácilmente la causalidad porque el peligro causó lógicamente lesiones previsibles. Por ejemplo, una persona razonable podría prever que una bombilla fundida en una salida podría hacer que alguien tropezara con el umbral de la puerta y se herniara un disco vertebral.

Manejo de una reclamación de resbalón y caída

La mayoría de las empresas responsables tienen seguro de responsabilidad civil. Cuando notifique a una empresa de un accidente, se pondrá en contacto con su aseguradora.

Usted y su abogado en lesiones negociarán con la aseguradora para un acuerdo justo con base en la responsabilidad de la empresa y sus lesiones. Si usted no puede llegar a un acuerdo, usted y su abogado en lesiones pueden necesitar presentar una demanda.

Póngase en contacto con Law Brothers para programar una consulta gratuita. Nuestros amigables y experimentados abogados en lesiones personales discutirán su accidente de resbalón y caída y si podemos asegurar un resultado exitoso en su caso. Recuerde:  Pelearemos por usted. Si usted gana. Ellos pagan.

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Ivonne K.

Last year I contacted your law firm when I got into a car accident. the gentleman that handled my case, his name was Cesar. Cesar was very helpful and compassionate about my situation. He helped me get my car fixed very quickly and was super patient with me. He answered all of my questions and ensured me that everything will be taken care of. Once my case was settled I ended up getting more than I was expecting, which was amazing. I highly recommended Cesar and this law firm to anyone that needs help.

William Charlton

I was a client to the Law Brothers firm for about a year, the staff is really nice and professional. I would get updates on the case status and when I did call I would usually get a call back within 24 hours. I really appreciate the work that was done for me. I got the most out of my settlement and when I called to have a break down of the costs, Genesis was very patient and gave me a break down on all of it. I will definitely recommend this law firm to friends and family, as well as call them in the future if needed (hopefully not soon).

Erendira Landa

I had gotten into an accident and had no idea what to do. Friends and family recommended I get a lawyer since I was not at fault. I found this firm and I was beyond impressed. They handled everything for me from car insurance questions to finding doctors for me to visit. After my accident all I had to do was make appointments with various doctors to help with my pain. I give five stars because this firm went above and beyond and continued to follow up with me. I highly recommend if you are in need of a lawyer to use them.

Jacqueline D.

The team at the Law Brothers we’re amazing! I am not the kind of person to seek legal counsel, but I was hit by a car while riding a motorcycle and the driver’s insurance was avoiding my attempts to get reimbursed. They were able to not only get a settlement that replaced my motorcycle, but they found me physical therapy which was close to my work. Now I am back to where I was physically before the accident and I am able to ride a motorcycle again. They were always responsive to my texts, calls, and emails. They even would systematically check to see how I was healing and if the support they linked me to was satisfactory.

Charles Mortensen

This law firm is a team of miracle workers! The Law Brothers Law Firm saved me from suffering at another law firm from Century City. My case manager Jonathan was able to gather all the details from my accident ( literally within a week! ) and keeping me updated consistenty to keep me at ease. They work diligently and keep at it until your case is completed. I went through a car accident that almost took my life away but thanks to the higher power and the Law Brothers, you won't even hesitate to choose them because I felt trust and integrity throughout my case and I feel happier in my life, which in my opinion, matters the most at the end of the day.

Jason Avelar

What Our Clients Say

Honestly can't say enough positive things about the Law Brothers! I got into a severe car accident at the end of 2016 and they've been with me every step of the way ever since. Almost 4 years! I want to thank everyone there especially Caitlyn, Shawn, and Yasmeen. They have been responsive, helpful, and reassuring and I don't know what I would've done if I didn't have the legal support that I was able to get along the years. They are super professional and really helped me get through this hardship in my life. I would definitely recommend!!!

Ivonne K.

Last year I contacted your law firm when I got into a car accident. the gentleman that handled my case, his name was Cesar. Cesar was very helpful and compassionate about my situation. He helped me get my car fixed very quickly and was super patient with me. He answered all of my questions and ensured me that everything will be taken care of. Once my case was settled I ended up getting more than I was expecting, which was amazing. I highly recommended Cesar and this law firm to anyone that needs help.

William Charlton

I was a client to the Law Brothers firm for about a year, the staff is really nice and professional. I would get updates on the case status and when I did call I would usually get a call back within 24 hours. I really appreciate the work that was done for me. I got the most out of my settlement and when I called to have a break down of the costs, Genesis was very patient and gave me a break down on all of it. I will definitely recommend this law firm to friends and family, as well as call them in the future if needed (hopefully not soon).

Erendira Landa

I had gotten into an accident and had no idea what to do. Friends and family recommended I get a lawyer since I was not at fault. I found this firm and I was beyond impressed. They handled everything for me from car insurance questions to finding doctors for me to visit. After my accident all I had to do was make appointments with various doctors to help with my pain. I give five stars because this firm went above and beyond and continued to follow up with me. I highly recommend if you are in need of a lawyer to use them.

Jacqueline D.

The team at the Law Brothers we’re amazing! I am not the kind of person to seek legal counsel, but I was hit by a car while riding a motorcycle and the driver’s insurance was avoiding my attempts to get reimbursed. They were able to not only get a settlement that replaced my motorcycle, but they found me physical therapy which was close to my work. Now I am back to where I was physically before the accident and I am able to ride a motorcycle again. They were always responsive to my texts, calls, and emails. They even would systematically check to see how I was healing and if the support they linked me to was satisfactory.

Charles Mortensen

This law firm is a team of miracle workers! The Law Brothers Law Firm saved me from suffering at another law firm from Century City. My case manager Jonathan was able to gather all the details from my accident ( literally within a week! ) and keeping me updated consistenty to keep me at ease. They work diligently and keep at it until your case is completed. I went through a car accident that almost took my life away but thanks to the higher power and the Law Brothers, you won't even hesitate to choose them because I felt trust and integrity throughout my case and I feel happier in my life, which in my opinion, matters the most at the end of the day.

Jason Avelar

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