Turning Difficult Premises Liability Cases Into Opportunities for Justice
At Palmetto State Injury Lawyers, slip, trip, and fall cases aren’t just an afterthought—they’re a core part of what we do. A large portion of our practice is dedicated to holding negligent property owners accountable when dangerous conditions cause serious injuries. We don’t shy away from tough liability fights. In fact, we take on the complex, challenging premises cases that many other firms walk away from. Because, every case deserves a fighter, especially the hard ones.
In South Carolina, property owners have a legal duty to keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors, customers, and anyone lawfully on their property. When they fail to meet that standard, people get hurt—and we’re here to make sure they’re held responsible.
Common Causes of Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents
Premises liability claims arise when someone is injured because of a hazardous condition on another’s property. These cases often involve:
- Slip and falls from wet floors, spills, or slick surfaces
- Trip and falls due to uneven pavement, cracked sidewalks, broken steps, or cluttered walkways
- Poorly maintained flooring, rugs, or mats
- Inadequate lighting making hazards hard to see
- Hidden obstacles or unexpected elevation changes
- Failure to place warning signs near known hazards
Falls might sound minor—but the injuries they cause can be devastating. Broken bones, torn ligaments, spinal injuries, and traumatic brain injuries are all common outcomes of falls on dangerous properties.
The Property Owner’s Legal Duty
South Carolina law requires property owners to:
- Inspect their premises regularly
- Address known hazards within a reasonable time
- Provide clear warnings for temporary dangers
Even if a property owner claims they “didn’t know” about the hazard, the law may still hold them accountable if they should have known. This is called constructive knowledge, and it’s often a key issue in premises liability cases. We know how to prove constructive knowledge through evidence like inspection logs, surveillance footage, maintenance records, and witness testimony.
Why Slip, Trip, and Fall Cases Are Worth Fighting
Insurance companies love to downplay slip and fall claims. They’ll argue you were “just not paying attention” or that your injuries aren’t serious. But we know better. A fall can change your life—leading to overwhelming medical bills, missed work, permanent disability, and lasting pain. You deserve to be taken seriously.
At Palmetto State Injury Lawyers, we fight aggressively to recover compensation for:
- Emergency medical care and future treatment
- Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
- Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
- Permanent disability or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Why Clients Choose Us for Premises Liability Cases
Many firms are quick to pass on “difficult” premises liability cases. We don’t. We know how to fight and win hard liability cases—whether it’s proving constructive knowledge, overcoming comparative fault defenses, or holding corporate property owners accountable for unsafe conditions.
Our commitment is simple: if you were hurt because a property owner failed to do their job, we’ll fight to make it right.