Slip and Falls

Baltimore Slip and Fall Attorney

In Maryland, property owners have a duty to keep their property safe. If the owner breaches their duty and someone slips and falls and injures themselves, the property owner could be held liable. Maryland has strict requirements in place that must be met in order for a property owner to be liable. A property owner must know about a dangerous defect and fail to remedy said dangerous defect in order to be held liable for any injuries that result from said dangerous defect. In order for an injured party to show that their injury was the result of a property owners’ negligence they must prove that the property owner was aware of the dangerous situation, the property owner failed to take measures to address the dangerous situation and failed to provide warnings of the dangerous situation. Common causes of slip and fall accidents in Maryland are icy walkways and sidewalks, wet floors in convenience and retail stores, missing or unstable handrails, poorly maintained parking lots and car stops, unsecured water meter and manhole covers, and improperly illuminated areas.’

If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident in Maryland, SG Legal Group can help. We understand how daunting the recovery process can seem. Let us deal with the insurance companies while you worry about recovering. We have significant experience handling slip and fall cases and have proven results. Call 410-344-7100 for a free case consultation with an attorney. You pay no attorney’s fee unless we win your case.

How Much Does a Slip and Fall Attorney Cost?

At SG Legal Group we handle all slip and fall cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that we do not charge you anything, until, and if, we recover compensation on your behalf. If we are successful, our fee is a percentage of the recovery we secure. This percentage typically ranges from 33 & 1/3% to 40%.

Disability Benefits

Baltimore VA Disability Attorneys

In order for a veteran to be awarded disability benefits they must show that they suffer from a VA recognized injury and that the condition is disabling. The veteran must also show that an incident or condition during the veteran’s military service caused or aggravated their disability. Common types of disability claims include claims pertaining to mental health issues such as PTSD, TBI, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and psychosis as well as agent orange related disabilities such as diabetes, hypertension, prostate cancer and coronary artery disease and orthopedic injuries including injuries relating to the neck, spine, back hips and knees. If the VA denies a veteran disability benefits the veteran can appeal the decision. The first step of the appeal process is the filing of a Notice of Disagreement with the veterans VA Regional Office.

If you or a loved one is in need of representation pertaining to a veteran’s disability claim, SG Legal Group can help. We understand how daunting the recovery process can seem. Let us deal with the VA on your behalf. Call 410-344-7100 for a free case consultation with an attorney. You pay no attorney’s fee unless we win your case.