Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere: a wet floor in a grocery store, a broken staircase in an apartment complex, a pothole in a restaurant parking lot. When these accidents cause serious injuries, the property owner or manager may be legally responsible.
Slip and fall injuries in Jackson frequently occur at Northpark Mall, the Jackson Convention Complex, the Mississippi Museum of Art, Fondren District shops and restaurants, the Capitol Complex, downtown Jackson hotels and restaurants, and Belhaven neighborhood businesses, as well as apartment complexes, office buildings, and parking lots throughout Hinds County.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, our Jackson slip and fall lawyers have recovered over $1 billion for injury victims since 1993. The call is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.
If you were injured in Jackson or anywhere in Hinds County, speak with our legal team at (601) 707-6303.
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Proving Premises Liability in Mississippi
To succeed in a slip and fall case in Mississippi, your attorney must establish four elements.
Duty of care. Mississippi law requires property owners and occupiers to exercise reasonable care to keep premises safe for visitors. Business invitees (customers, clients) are owed the highest duty of care. The property owner must inspect for hazards, repair known dangers, and warn visitors of conditions that are not immediately obvious.
Knowledge of the hazard. You must show the property owner had actual knowledge of the dangerous condition, or that the condition existed long enough that a reasonable owner would have discovered it through routine inspection. Surveillance footage, maintenance logs, and prior incident reports are critical evidence.
Failure to address the hazard. The owner must have failed to fix the hazard, warn visitors about it, or take reasonable steps to prevent injuries. Warning signs alone may not be sufficient if the owner had time to repair the condition.
Causation. The hazardous condition directly caused your fall and your resulting injuries.
Pure Comparative Fault: Under Mississippi’s pure comparative fault rule, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies may argue you were not paying attention, were wearing inappropriate footwear, or ignored visible warnings. Every percentage point of fault they can attribute to you directly reduces your compensation.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall in Jackson
1. Seek Medical Attention. Even if injuries seem minor, get evaluated promptly. University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC, the only Level I trauma center in Mississippi), Merit Health Central, and St. Dominic Hospital can provide immediate care.
2. Report the Incident. Notify the property owner or manager. Request a written incident report.
3. Document Everything. Take photos of the scene, vehicles or hazards, and any visible injuries. Collect witness information.
4. Avoid Speaking With Insurance Adjusters Alone. Do not give recorded statements without consulting an attorney. Insurance companies will use anything you say to increase your percentage of fault and reduce your recovery under Mississippi’s comparative fault rule.
5. Contact a Jackson Slip and Fall Lawyer. At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Compensation Available in Jackson Slip and Fall Cases
Economic Damages: Medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, property damage. There is no cap on economic damages in Mississippi.
Non-Economic Damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium. Mississippi caps non-economic damages at $1,000,000 (Miss. Code Ann. § 11-1-60).
Punitive Damages: In cases involving egregious misconduct, Mississippi courts may award punitive damages (capped at 2% of the defendant’s net worth for defendants under $50 million, with a sliding scale for larger defendants).
Jackson Slip and Fall FAQs
How long do I have to file a slip and fall lawsuit in Jackson?
Mississippi gives injury victims three years (Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-49) to file a lawsuit.
Can I still recover if I was partially at fault?
Mississippi follows pure comparative fault. You can recover compensation even when you share some fault, but your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Legal representation helps minimize the fault attributed to you.
Where will my Jackson case be heard?
Most cases are heard in the Hinds County Circuit Court, part of the Seventh Circuit Court District.
How much does a Jackson slip and fall lawyer cost?
Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys works on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win.
Contact a Jackson Slip and Fall Lawyer at Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys
If you were injured in Jackson, the team at Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys is ready to fight for your recovery.
Call us today at (601) 707-6303, or contact us online for a free consultation.