Tenant Injury Compensation Rights

Summary

The user, a tenant in Illinois, suffered injuries and property damage due to a water leak from an upstairs apartment. The ceiling fell on her, causing facial injuries and a slip due to the water on the floor. The landlord repaired the ceiling but has not compensated the user for her injuries or damages. The user has documented her injuries and the damage to her property, and has pictures as evidence. She has not yet taken steps to seek compensation from her landlord.

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I am renting and my ceiling kitchen got wet due to tenants upstairs water heater the ceiling fell on me scratched my face up and i slipped that morning due to water has been dripping on the floor. Can you help me go about this with my landlord the ceiling is now fixed i and my little children had to stay in the condo during the process.?
Did you report the incident to your landlord immediately and have you documented your injuries and the damage to your property?
yes
What steps has your landlord taken since you reported the incident?

In Illinois, landlords are required to maintain a safe environment. If they fail, you may have a personal injury claim.
Just got the ceiling fixed
Did you incur any medical expenses or other costs due to this incident?

In Illinois, landlords can be held liable for tenant injuries if they were negligent.
Yes I went to the emergency room
What was the total cost of your medical expenses? In Illinois, if a landlord's negligence leads to injury, they may be responsible for medical costs.
I’m not sure I have insurance on myself
Do you have any documentation or bills from your visit to the emergency room? In Illinois, these can be crucial in a personal injury claim.
I have my own insurance I mean
Did your insurance cover all your medical expenses or are there any out-of-pocket costs? In Illinois, landlords can be held liable for tenant injuries if they were negligent.
yes and yes I have documents of emergency room papers
What is the name and contact information of your landlord? In Illinois, you may be able to seek compensation for your injuries and damages from your landlord.
they did fix the ceiling by now I just didn’t get a claim or anything compensated
What steps have you taken to seek compensation from your landlord for your injuries and damages?
nothing I don’t know what right steps to take in this situation
What evidence do you have of the incident and the damages it caused? In Illinois, this can be crucial in building a strong case.
Pictures
What kind of pictures do you have? Are they clear and do they show the extent of the damage and your injuries?
yes
What is the extent of the damage shown in the pictures? In Illinois, clear evidence can strengthen your case against your landlord.
the ceiling my face and it falling on me
Did you also document the condition of the floor where you slipped due to the water leak? In Illinois, this could be crucial evidence in your case.
yes
What is the name and contact information of your landlord?