Whether you’re a resident of Upper Darby Township or just visiting or passing through, the last thing you expected was a slip and fall at a store or other location. A slip and fall accident can hurt more than your pride—it can cause serious injuries that affect you for months and years to come. Our slip and fall lawyers in Upper Darby, PA are here to help you fight for compensation that addresses all of your losses.
Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC has served Pennsylvanians since 2005, and we are dedicated to helping victims hold negligent parties accountable for the harm they cause. Insurance companies are notorious for underpaying claims or denying liability, leaving injured people without enough help. When you work with our Upper Darby personal injury attorneys, you have a team dedicated to justice. Call us now for a free consultation.
Lawrence Kalikhman, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. Mr. Kalikhman received his Juris Doctorate from the Rutgers University School of Law. He has experience in Personal Injury Litigation in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Mr. Kalikhman is admitted to practice before state and federal courts in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New Jersey. He is a member of the Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and Bucks County Bar Associations, as well as the Pennsylvania Association for Justice.
Arkady “Eric” Rayz, Esquire is a summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Temple University. As an undergraduate, Mr. Rayz was a recipient of the H. Thomas and Dorothy Willits Hallowell Scholarship and Temple University President’s Scholar Award. Mr. Rayz obtained his Juris Doctorate from the James E. Beasley School of Law of Temple University, where he was a staff member and editor of the Temple International and Comparative Law Journal.
Mr. Rayz has broad experience in handling matters in federal and state courts and is admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the State of New York. He is a member of the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Bar Associations.
No two slip and fall accidents are the same. Every victim will have different losses and injuries of varying severity, including:
The variable nature of these cases means that victims can seek a wide range of damages. Our attorneys can seek compensation for losses that include, but are not limited to:
The potential settlement for a slip and fall will vary based on many factors, and medical bills are a significant part of these payouts. Our lawyers can help seek compensation for losses that include:
Our team works to ensure current and future medical expenses are accounted for by working with medical experts who can show the full extent of your injuries and their impact on your life.
Slip and falls can have serious emotional and mental effects on victims. You may be dealing with a lot of physical pain and emotional suffering, and your injuries can impact your ability to live your life as you once did. You may struggle with your mental health or maintaining your personal relationships. Whatever non-economic losses you or a loved one may have, we will seek a settlement or payout that acknowledges this harm.
Unfortunately, slip and fall injuries can be serious enough to prevent you from working, either temporarily or permanently. Our Upper Darby attorneys may pursue all forms of lost income you may suffer while you are recovering. If you can’t go back to work or need to change jobs to accommodate your injuries, we can seek a payout that compensates for the lost earning potential.
These and other losses can create a lot of hardship for you and your family. Call Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC now to get started with a free consultation about your slip and fall in Upper Darby.
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When you slip and fall at a big box store, a local business, another commercial property, at someone’s home, or anywhere else, taking legal action is far from simple. With these kinds of premises liability claims, showing proof of your injuries may not be enough.
One primary element of these cases is proving the responsibility of the property owner (or other party). Did this party know about the hazard, or should they have known about the hazard? This element can be one of the most challenging aspects, as the owner may claim they could not have reasonably known about the hazard. These parties often blame victims for missing obvious hazards, or they claim they were not notified about the hazard.
Victims must also prove the severity of their injuries and obtain evidence of the incident. These tasks are challenging, if not impossible, to do on your own. Our injury attorneys know how to gather such evidence and will draw on our own resources that can help support your claim.
While not every fall is the result of carelessness, there are many situations where someone’s negligence contributes to the incident. Our Upper Darby Township team sees slip and falls caused by:
Many of these issues can be easily resolved by immediately addressing the hazard or putting up warnings for visitors. Property owners, tenants, residents, and other parties who fail to make the premises safe for visitors and patrons can be held liable for any injuries suffered.
After a slip or trip and fall, it is easy to feel all alone with your struggles. Dealing with insurance companies is exhausting, especially if they are challenging your claim and trying to blame you for the accident. The lawyers at Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC firmly believe in compassionate care for our clients, making sure you are treated with honesty and respect.
We understand what you are dealing with, and we are here to protect you and represent your best interests. If you work with our firm, our lawyers can:
Call Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC 24/7 to speak with a member of our team. We can discuss your case and explore your legal options today.
If you need to file a lawsuit to seek damages, take action as soon as you can. Per 42 Pa. C.S.A. § 5524(2), injured parties generally have only two years to file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline could mean losing the right to seek damages, and you may be left paying for your losses alone.
While this statute of limitations is very important, time is of the essence with every part of a claim. Reporting the incident and filing an insurance claim creates paper trails and proof of harm. The longer someone waits, the easier it is for insurance companies to reject the claim or dispute the damages.
The evidence in a slip and fall accident is also very time-sensitive, as witness memories fade while photos and videos are often deleted. If someone waits too long to seek medical attention, their health can get worse, and insurers may claim that they are lying about their injuries. We encourage you to reach out to our legal team as soon as possible after your slip and fall.
Slip and fall claims do not always go to court. In fact, many injury cases are settled without going to trial as the involved parties are able to come to an agreement on a settlement amount. Our team can help you weigh these options and empower you to make informed choices about your claim.
Accident victims can make many mistakes that harm their slip and fall claim. Here is what our lawyers recommend for slip and fall victims:
You should also consider hiring a lawyer to help you during this challenging time.
After a slip and fall, it can be overwhelming to juggle healing while fighting for compensation. With Kalikhman & Rayz, LLC on your side, you only have to worry about taking care of your health.
Our lawyers know the ins and outs of these complex claims, and we are ready to get to work for you. Please reach out to us today for your free consultation. Our team is waiting to speak with you.
