Slip and Fall Accidents: How they happen
If your family has been affected by injury or loss due to a slip and fall accident, it is imperative that you contact our team of New York-based personal injury lawyers today. Call us at 1.800.966.4999 or fill out the form to the right of the page for immediate attention to your case. We will fight for you!
Slip and fall or trip and fall accidents often occur due to the presence of dangerous or unsafe conditions or the negligent maintenance of a property. These accidents can occur in the workplace, in public spaces, on the sidewalk or in private homes. There is an almost limitless variety of conditions that can cause accidents, especially in an urban environment like New York City.
Examples of Slip and Fall causes
Common causes for accidental slips and falls include:
- Defects on the pavement including broken and cracked sidewalks or potholes
- Snow and ice accumulation outside of businesses or homes
- Improper lighting conditions
- Depressions, holes and other uneven floor or surface conditions
- Worn or defective carpeting
- Tripping hazards such as electrical and computer cords, as well as strewn debris and work materials or equipment
- Improper stairway maintenance including incorrect stair height and width
- Poorly or improperly marked changes in elevation
- Slippery conditions like liquid or other substances on the ground (especially in restaurants and supermarkets)
- Hidden hazards and/or other obstacles
If you have been injured in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident or if you simply need more information, please contact us immediately at 1-800-966-4999 and see why our law firm has recovered over $100 million on behalf of our clients. We will fight for you!
