A slip or trip on someone else’s property can lead to serious injuries, costly medical bills, and lost income. At Lehmbecker Law, we help Yakima residents injured by unsafe property conditions recover the compensation they need to move forward.
People fall all the time. We’ve all seen the funny videos online — most of the time, they just get up, dust themselves off, and laugh at their own embarrassment. But sometimes when people fall, they hit the ground very hard, often with no time to react. What starts as an ordinary, silly moment can turn into a painful injury in a fraction of a second. After the initial shock and embarrassment wear off, you may begin to feel pain, dizziness, or other symptoms, and only then realize you’ve been seriously hurt.
The road to recovery can be long. You might face hospital stays, physical therapy, surgeries, and the stress of mounting bills, all while trying to heal. Our Yakima slip and fall attorneys step in quickly to investigate what happened, preserve critical evidence, and protect you from insurance company tactics that aim to reduce your payout.
We handle the legal process so you can focus on getting better. From your first call to the final resolution, we are committed to securing the best outcome possible for you.
We focus on making the claims process straightforward and our priority, giving your case the personal attention it deserves.
When you work with us, you get the resources, advanced knowledge and skills, and dedication needed to maximize the amount of money you receive.
Our client slipped on a moss-covered paving stone outside a restaurant entrance, resulting in a broken ankle. The property owner had failed to maintain a safe walkway. We recovered $90,000, which covered the client’s medical bills, lost wages, and pain during recovery.
Your actions right after a fall can make a huge difference in your case. Following these steps can help protect your claim and improve your chances of full compensation.
Notify the property owner or manager, store manager, or landlord. Ask for a copy of any written incident report.
Even if your injuries seem minor, a medical evaluation can detect hidden issues and create a record for your claim.
Take photos or videos of the hazard and the surrounding area. It’s very important to understand what you slipped or tripped on. Keep the shoes and clothing you wore that day.
Save receipts for all accident-related expenses and proof of lost income.
Write down your daily pain levels, physical challenges, and emotional distress.
Avoid posting about your accident or activities. Insurers may use posts to argue your injuries aren’t serious.
An attorney can gather time-sensitive evidence, handle insurer communications, and protect your rights from the start.
Washington law allows victims to seek compensation for both financial and personal losses.
Economic damages cover direct, measurable losses such as:
Non-economic damages address the human impact of your injuries, including:
A strong claim should account for both the bills you face today and the long-term consequences of your injury that you’ll face in the future.
Insurance adjusters may seem friendly, but their main goal is to pay you as little as possible. Or even nothing at all. They might:
Having an attorney handle all insurer communications helps protect your claim’s value.
Responsibility often depends on the type of property and who controls it.
Must keep their premises reasonably safe for lawful visitors.
Can be responsible for unsafe public sidewalks, parks, or buildings, but special notice requirements and shorter timelines apply.
If their work created or left a hazard unaddressed, they can be held liable.
Businesses leasing a property may be responsible for the conditions inside their space.
To win your case, our exceptional lawyers will do the following:
You were legally on the property, and the owner had a responsibility to keep it safe.
The owner failed to fix or warn about a dangerous condition, such as a spill, broken stairs, or icy walkway.
The hazard directly caused your injury, supported by medical records and other evidence.
The owner knew or should have known about the hazard.
You can prove your damages with medical bills, proof of lost wages, and records of how the injury affected your life.
If you’re partly at fault, Washington law can reduce your compensation. Strong evidence can limit this impact.
In most cases, you have three years from the accident date to file a lawsuit. Missing the deadline usually means losing your right to compensation. The sooner you start, the easier it is for us to collect substantial evidence.
Slips and falls can happen anywhere, but common locations include:
Common hazards include:
These accidents can cause:
Our personal injury lawyers consider the full scope of your injuries when calculating fair compensation.
If you were hurt due to unsafe conditions, contact Lehmbecker Law today for a free consultation and start your path to recovery.
Decades of legal experience: Nearly 40 years of representing injured Washingtonians, including many cases against negligent property owners and businesses.
Custom legal strategies: We tailor your claim to your injuries, financial losses, and long-term needs.
Proven results: We have secured substantial settlements and verdicts for clients hurt by unsafe property conditions.
No fee unless you win: You pay nothing for attorney’s fees unless we recover money for you.
Open communication: We respond promptly to calls, texts, and emails so you’re never left wondering about your case.
Contact Lehmbecker Law now — we’re ready to protect your rights and fight for maximum compensation, while you focus on getting better.