An Illinois man said he suffered injuries after slipping in a Marriott parking lot in Indiana that was covered in snow and ice.
According to the plaintiff, the hotel chain failed to appropriately clear or warn hotel patrons about the dangerous condition of their parking lot. The plaintiff alleges the dangerous conditions led to his slip and fall accident and he suffered severe injuries. The plaintiff is claiming damages for his injuries, including pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost income, impaired earning capacity, and permanent impairment.“Defendants’ failure to keep the parking lot clear of water, snow, and ice, and the failure to provid[e] warnings regarding the dangerous condition through the use of signs, cones, or other markers” led to his slip and fall accident, alleges the complaint.The plaintiff’s wife is also suing the hotel chain for the slip and fall accident alleging that she lost spousal support due to her husband’s injuries.

Slip and Fall Accidents

A fall can cause a number of personal injuries. Falls can also extremely dangerous for the elderly and disabled people. While accidents happen, if a person or company fails to maintain safe premises leading to a slip and fall, they may be responsible for any personal injuries or damages resulting from the fall.Businesses who invite members of the public onto their premises have a duty to ensure the safety of their customers. If that business negligently or recklessly fails to keep public paths clear, including timely snow, ice, and water removal, a slip and fall accident can be a result, along with severe personal injuries.Personal injuries affect not only the injured person but also their family and friends who may need to spend time and energy supporting them. They may also not be able to work or participate in other activities in the future, and even for the rest of their lives if they are injured severely.If a personal injury is the result of the negligence or recklessness of another person or business, they may be responsible for the damages; however, sometimes the only way to recover compensation is to files a personal injury lawsuit.Personal injury lawsuits can be complex. They may involve the actions of a number of people and/or organizations. Lawsuits that take place outside of small claims court also involve complicated procedural rules. An experienced attorney can help those suffering injuries from a slip and fall accident navigate a personal injury lawsuit to obtain the maximum amount of compensation due.An experienced personal injury attorney can also help during settlement negotiations. In some complex cases, it may be preferable to avoid the time and expense of litigation and accept an amount to settle any legal claims. Most businesses have or retain lawyers to negotiate settlement agreements. It is important to have an experienced and knowledgeable attorney on your side to ensure you get the compensation you need if you are injured.If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident because of the negligence of another, you may qualify for a free initial legal consultation.The Marriot Slip and Fall Accident Lawsuit is Case No. 18-cv-00366-SEB-DML in the Hamilton Superior Court.