What are the legal implications of slip and fall accidents?

Under South Carolina law, businesses or private individuals may be liable for injuries resulting from slip and fall accidents that happen on their premises. When property owners negligently fail to provide adequate notification of potentially hazardous conditions on their property, they will be responsible if someone is injured. Injured victims may seek financial compensation from responsible parties. Primarily, claims against business and property owners will be paid through their insurance policy coverage. Victims may only be entitled to compensation to the extent that they were not at fault in causing their injuries. If you have slipped on ice, a broken jar of pickles, a soapy floor, or a wet entryway during a rainstorm, you should ensure your legal rights are protected.