Injuries resulting from a slip or a fall caused by dangerous or hazardous conditions on someone else's property fall under the umbrella of premises liability law. Slip and fall injuries can be caused by water, ice, grease, oil, or any other slippery substance that may cause a person to slip or fall down. These unexpected falls can often result in serious injury to the unsuspecting victim.

Property owners can be held liable for injuries resulting from dangerous or unsafe conditions on their property. Slip and fall accident is a general term that describes a group of different types of premises liability accidents that may occur. Slip and fall accidents can generally be classified in the following categories:

• Trip and Fall - a trip and fall accident refers to a situation in which the victim trips over an object that would not normally be located in a walkway. (ex. tripping over a stack of books in a walkway that is normally clear.)

• Stump and Fall - these types of accidents occur when a walkway surface is impeded by an object. (ex. an water hose that is stretched across a walkway that is normally clear.)

• Step and Fall - step and fall accidents are accidents that happen as a result of a failure in the walking surface itself, like a hole or a missing cover.

• Slip and Fall - a slip and fall accident happens when the shoe looses contact with the walking surface. This type of fall can be caused by a wet or greasy floor. If there are no signs posted to warn of the potential to slip and fall a property owner can be held liable for injuries resulting from a slip and fall accident.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall or other type of accident caused by the negligence of a property owner, our accident attorneys can help. Contact us today for a free consultation with one of our personal injury lawyers. 

How is a Premises Liability claim filed?

Litigation begins with an attorney filing a claim in a District or Superior Court, conducting a formal discovery process and having an eventual trial unless a settlement is reached first. A judge or jury will listen to the case, depending on the facts of the case and jurisdiction of the various courts. Many cases may still conclude with a settlement regardless of whether or not the case goes to trial.

Meanwhile, an attorney will file insurance paperwork, so the injured person can receive necessary medical attention. In addition to medical care, attorneys track reimbursement for lost wages, prescriptions and other medical bills. Once care is stabilized, the attorney team will conduct an investigation and research pertinent laws and regulations.

At Reich & Binstock LLP we have been helping injury victims for over 25 years and our experienced team of personal injury lawyers have the experience and know how to get you the compensation that you deserve.

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of slip and fall accident cause by someone else's negligence our personal injury attorneys can help you get the compensation you deserve. Contact us today for a free initial consultation by calling toll-free at 1-866-LAW(529)-2400 or by filling out the form on this page.