Slip and fall injuries are often dismissed as minor or unavoidable. In reality, these cases frequently involve dangerous conditions that existed long enough to be corrected or warned against.

Slip and fall claims can arise in many settings, including private residences, commercial properties, and public spaces. Each presents different legal and factual issues, particularly when the property owner is a business entity or a governmental body.

At Ferrigno Law Firm, we approach slip and fall cases with a focus on early documentation and clear factual development, because these claims are often challenged aggressively from the start.

Where Slip and Fall Injuries Occur

Slip and fall incidents can occur in a wide range of locations, including:

• Retail stores and restaurants

• Apartment buildings and common areas

• Office buildings and parking facilities

• Private homes

• Sidewalks, public walkways, and government property

The legal standards and notice requirements can differ depending on who owns or controls the property.

Issues Commonly Disputed in Slip and Fall Cases

Slip and fall claims often turn on questions such as:

• How long the dangerous condition existed

• Whether the owner knew or should have known about it

• Whether reasonable inspection and maintenance practices were followed

• Whether the condition was open and obvious

• Whether special notice or timing rules apply when a public entity is involved

Evidence in these cases can disappear quickly. Surfaces are cleaned, conditions are repaired, and surveillance footage may be overwritten.

Claims Involving Government or Municipal Property

When a slip and fall occurs on government-owned or municipal property, additional legal considerations may apply. These cases can involve shorter notice periods, specific procedural requirements, and different standards of responsibility.

Because of these issues, early evaluation and prompt action are often critical.

Our Approach

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

• Identifying the hazardous condition and how it developed

• Preserving photographs, video, and maintenance records when available

• Evaluating inspection and cleaning practices

• Coordinating medical documentation and injury assessment

• Managing insurer and defense communications from the outset

• Positioning the case for resolution or litigation as appropriate

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 slip and fall cases with direct attorney involvement from the start.

If you have questions about a slip and fall injury, you will speak directly with the attorney handling the matter. Every time.