Property owners have a responsibility to maintain reasonably safe conditions for people lawfully on their premises. When that responsibility is ignored, injuries are often dismissed as “just accidents,” even when they were entirely preventable.

Premises liability cases involve injuries caused by unsafe property conditions. These cases are rarely about a single misstep. They are about what the property owner knew or should have known, how long a dangerous condition existed, and whether reasonable steps were taken to correct it or warn against it.

At Ferrigno Law Firm, we approach premises liability matters with the understanding that early documentation and clear factual development often determine whether a claim succeeds.

Common Premises Liability Claims

Unsafe property conditions can arise in many settings, including retail stores, apartment buildings, parking garages, offices, and private residences. We handle premises liability cases involving issues such as:

• Slip and fall incidents caused by wet floors, ice, or debris

• Uneven surfaces, broken stairs, or missing handrails

• Poor lighting in stairwells or parking areas

• Inadequate maintenance or delayed repairs

• Snow and ice accumulation

• Falling objects or unsecured fixtures

• Unsafe entryways or exits

These cases often turn on maintenance records, inspection practices, and whether the condition existed long enough that it should have been addressed.

Why These Cases Are Often Disputed

Property owners and insurers frequently argue that the condition was open and obvious, that it appeared moments before the incident, or that the injured person should have avoided it. As a result, premises liability claims are often defended aggressively, even when the injury is serious.

Evidence in these cases can disappear quickly. Conditions are repaired, surfaces are cleaned, and surveillance footage may be overwritten. Early investigation matters.

Our Approach

We focus on preparation and control of the record. That includes:

• Identifying how and when the hazardous condition developed

• Preserving available photographs, video, and maintenance records

• Evaluating inspection and cleaning practices

• Coordinating medical documentation and injury evaluation

• Managing insurer communications from the outset

• Positioning the case for resolution when appropriate, and litigation when necessary

Experience You Can Rely On

Our firm has its roots in a longstanding local practice that has served this area for more than fifty years. We bring that experience to premises liability cases with direct attorney involvement from the start.

If you have questions about a premises liability claim, you will speak directly with the attorney handling the matter. Every time.