A slip and fall accident is one of the most common forms of premises liability cases. These involve a person who slips or trips and falls because of a hazardous situation on another's property. It might be an object in a walkway, a wet floor, uneven pavement or a missing stair. Any of these can cause a person to slip and fall, and can actually cause serious injuries. Property owners have a responsibility to maintain and inspect their property to find and repair these dangerous conditions. If they can't fix it right away a warning sign should be posted. By contacting a premises liability attorney as soon as possible you can find out what your case is worth, and whether you can bring a lawsuit against the property owner for your injuries. Call The Law Offices of Thomas J. Murphy, Jr. today.