New Jersey and New York Slip and Fall Lawyers
We’re Here to Help.
Hurt in a fall on someone else’s property? We’ll find out why it happened and who is responsible, and deal with the insurance company for you. No fee unless we win.
- Phones answered 24 hours
- Home and hospital visits
- Free transportation to meet with us
- $500M+Recovered for clients
- 35+Years serving New Jersey & New York
- 4.4104 Google reviews
- No feeUnless we win
- MultilingualSpanish, Portuguese & Polish
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.
What to Do Right Now
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Call the police
Report what happened, and ask for a copy of the report.
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Collect information
Names, phone numbers and insurance details of everyone involved, and of any witnesses.
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Take photos
Of the scene, any vehicles or hazards, and your injuries.
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Call us
Don’t speak to any insurance company or carrier until you’ve talked with us.
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Get medical care
See a doctor, even if you feel fine.
How We Help
A fall can change your life in a second. From the first call, we:
- Investigate the fall: what caused it, who owns or maintains the property, and whether they knew about the hazard
- Preserve the evidence: surveillance video, incident reports and maintenance records, before they’re lost
- Get you medical care: we can refer you to a doctor right away, so your injuries are documented from the start
- Handle the insurers: the property owner’s insurance company and your own
- Document your losses: treatment, missed work and the lasting effects of the fall, so nothing is left out of your claim
- Negotiate, or go to court: especially when the property owner denies knowing about the hazard
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Property owners are expected to keep their property reasonably safe. Falls often happen because of:
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Spills and wet floors
Water, oil or cleaning products left without a warning sign
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Stairs and surface defects
Broken steps, missing handrails, uneven floors, loose flooring and cords
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Snow and ice
Sidewalks, steps and parking lots that weren’t cleared or salted
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Poor lighting
Dark stairways, hallways and parking areas that hide hazards
What You Can Recover
Every case is different. Depending on the facts, a slip and fall claim can include:
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Medical bills
Current and future treatment, from fractures to head injuries
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Lost wages
Time missed from work and lost earning ability
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Pain and suffering
The physical and emotional toll of the injury
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Out-of-pocket costs
Prescriptions, travel to appointments and help at home
Our Attorneys
Our attorneys handle personal injury, workers’ compensation, medical malpractice, municipal court and criminal defense cases.
Slip and Fall FAQ
Who is responsible for a slip and fall?
Usually the owner or the business in control of the property. To hold them responsible, you generally need to show that they knew, or should have known, about the hazard and didn’t fix it or warn you in time.
What if I fell at work?
A fall at work is usually handled through workers’ compensation. In some cases you may also have a claim against someone other than your employer, such as a property owner or contractor. We can review both.
How much does it cost to hire you?
If we don’t win, you don’t pay a fee.
What if I can’t come to your office?
We’ll come to you. Our attorneys visit clients at home or in the hospital, and you can call us any time, day or night.
Have a different question? See all frequently asked questions.
Contact Us Now.
Tell us what happened. Our office will review your case and explain your options. No fee unless we win.
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Prefer to talk? Call 908-232-7666, answered 24 hours.