Overview
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere—grocery stores, parking lots, office buildings, restaurants, or private homes. When a property owner fails to maintain safe conditions or warn of hazards, they may be liable for resulting injuries.
These cases can be challenging because property owners and their insurers often try to blame the victim. Brad Freedberg knows how to prove negligence and fight for fair compensation.
How We Help
- Document the dangerous condition that caused your fall
- Prove the property owner knew or should have known about the hazard
- Gather surveillance footage and witness statements
- Calculate the full extent of your damages
- Overcome "blame the victim" defense tactics
- Negotiate or litigate for maximum compensation
Common Causes
- Wet or slippery floors
- Ice and snow on walkways
- Uneven surfaces or broken pavement
- Poor lighting
- Missing or broken handrails
- Cluttered walkways
- Defective stairs or ramps
Common Injuries
- Broken bones and fractures
- Hip injuries (common in elderly)
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Wrist and arm injuries
- Knee and ankle injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
Case Results
Customer slipped on spilled liquid that had been on floor for over 30 minutes. Store failed to inspect or clean. Recovered damages for hip fracture.
Property owner failed to clear ice from sidewalk. Visitor suffered broken wrist and ankle. Held property owner accountable for negligence.
Wet floor near restaurant entrance without warning signs. Customer suffered knee injury requiring surgery. Full compensation recovered.
*Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique.
Frequently Asked Questions
You must show the owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn visitors. Evidence includes inspection logs, surveillance video, and witness testimony.