Idaho Slip and Fall Lawyer FAQ

BAM Injury Law represents slip and fall victims throughout Idaho. Attorney Kigan Martineau handles premises liability and slip and fall claims in Ada County, Canyon County, and statewide. Call (208) 923-1106 for a free consultation.

Can I file a slip and fall claim in Idaho?

Yes, if a property owner's negligence caused your injury. Idaho premises liability law requires property owners and businesses to maintain reasonably safe conditions for lawful visitors. If you slipped on an icy parking lot, fell due to a broken floor surface, or were injured because of a hazardous condition the owner knew about (or should have known about) and failed to fix, you may have a valid premises liability claim.

Idaho courts apply a comparative fault analysis in slip and fall cases. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if a jury finds you 20 percent at fault for not watching where you were walking, your award is reduced by 20 percent. You can still recover as long as your fault does not exceed the defendant's fault.

Idaho's statute of limitations for slip and fall personal injury claims is two years from the date of the injury under Idaho Code Section 5-219. Claims against a government entity (city sidewalk, state building) may have a shorter notice requirement. Do not wait to consult an attorney.

What to Do After a Slip and Fall in Idaho

• Report the incident to the property owner or manager and get a written report
• Photograph the hazardous condition before it is repaired
• Get the names of any witnesses
• Seek medical treatment and keep all records
• Do not sign any release from the property owner's insurer

Contact an Idaho Slip and Fall Lawyer

Call BAM Injury Law at (208) 923-1106 or visit 3597 E Monarch Sky Ln, Meridian, ID 83646. No fee unless we win.