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 St. Louis frequently occur at West County Center, South County Center, the Galleria, the Delmar Loop, Soulard, the Central West End, Busch Stadium, Enterprise Center, and the Gateway Arch grounds, as well as apartment complexes, office buildings, and parking lots throughout St. Louis County.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, our St. Louis 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 St. Louis or anywhere in St. Louis County, speak with our legal team at (314) 897-3594.
Proving Premises Liability in Missouri
To succeed in a slip and fall case in Missouri, your attorney must establish four elements.
Duty of care. Missouri law recognizes different duties depending on the visitor's status. Business invitees (customers, clients) are owed the highest duty. Licensees (social guests) are owed a lesser duty. Trespassers are generally owed the least protection, though exceptions exist for children under the attractive nuisance doctrine.
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 Negligence: Missouri follows pure comparative negligence, one of the most plaintiff-friendly fault standards in the country. Insurance companies may argue you were not paying attention, were wearing inappropriate footwear, or ignored visible warnings.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall in St. Louis
1. Seek Medical Attention. Even if injuries seem minor, get evaluated promptly. Barnes-Jewish Hospital (a Level I trauma center and one of the top-ranked hospitals in the country), St. Louis University Hospital, and Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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.
5. Contact a St. Louis 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 St. Louis Slip and Fall Cases
Economic Damages: Medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, property damage.
Non-Economic Damages: Pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium.
Punitive Damages: In cases involving egregious misconduct, Missouri courts may award punitive damages.
St. Louis Slip and Fall FAQs
How long do I have to file a slip and fall lawsuit in St. Louis? Missouri gives injury victims five years (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 516.120) to file a lawsuit.
Can I still recover if I was partially at fault? Missouri follows pure comparative negligence, one of the most plaintiff-friendly fault standards in the country.
Where will my St. Louis case be heard? Most cases are heard in the St. Louis County Circuit Court, part of the Twenty-First Judicial Circuit.
How much does a St. Louis slip and fall lawyer cost? Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys works on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing unless we win.
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