Slip and Fall

Our slip and fall attorneys are here to help you recover compensation for your injuries

Whether you’re out doing chores or visiting a restaurant, you have a reasonable expectation that the sidewalks, stairs, and pedestrian areas you walk on are kept free of tripping hazards and debris. Unfortunately, there are times when you are at risk of slipping and falling due to the negligence of property managers who fail to maintain their premises.

Slip and fall accidents can be very dangerous and they can occur anywhere: Stores and restaurants, Theaters and movies, Swimming pools, Nursing homes and assisted living facilities at the supermarket, in the office, or in an apartment complex. What all slip and fall accidents have in common is failure on the part of the property owner or landlord to safely maintain their property.

If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident due to dangerous or negligent conditions on or around a property, an attorney can help. You may be eligible to file a premises liability suit to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.

Your injuries are the fault of someone else’s negligence, and you should not be obligated to shoulder the financial burden as a result of their carelessness. Contact us now to be connected with a personal injury attorney in New York City who can help you recover the compensation you deserve and hold property owners accountable for their negligence.

We will help you find the right legal team for your case, and give you the peace of mind you need so you can focus on your health and recovery.

Slip and Fall Accident Q&A

How serious are slip and fall accidents?

Slip and falls accidents can cause serious injury and even death. These types of accidents are among the leading causes of injury across all age groups. As you can imagine, there are some alarming facts and statistics related to slip and falls:

• More than one million people go to the emergency room each year for slip and fall accidents. Over the course of a year, that comes out to 2,000 hospitalizations a day.

• Half of all accidental deaths in the home are caused by a fall. Even though slip and fall accidents are often the most serious for older adults, they’re a leading cause of injury for all age groups.

• According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average hospital cost after a slip and fall is over $30,000.

• Roughly one out of three adults over the age of 65 will fall each year. Moreover, close to 60% of nursing home residents fall every year.

• Falls are the leading cause of brain injury. A brain injury can have lasting effects on everyone close to or associated with a victim.

• Slips and falls are the main cause of worker’s compensation claims and are the leading cause of occupational injury for people aged 55 years and older.

Are certain occupations at a greater risk of a slip and fall accident?

Anyone can be injured in a slip and fall accident. However, certain careers put workers at higher risk of slip and fall accidents. These occupations include workers in the construction industry, housekeepers and other custodial staff, as well as chefs and other kitchen staff and factory workers. When a business or property owner fails to maintain their property or to warn visitors of potential dangers, they can be held liable when a person is injured as a result of their negligence.

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