Do You Have A Slip and Fall Case?

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere: on a public street or sidewalk, inside someone’s home, or in a supermarket, store, or office building. A slip and fall case can arise when someone slips and falls because of rain, ice, snow or a hidden hazard. Dangerous conditions such as torn carpeting, poor lighting, narrow stairs, or a wet floor can cause someone to slip and get hurt.

If you or a loved one has been injured on the property of another person or business, protect yourself by calling the slip and fall injury attorneys at David Resnick & Associates, PC for a consultation. There is no obligation, so call today at 212-279-2000 or contact the firm through our online form.

Slip and fall accidents account for a large number of personal injury lawsuits. Most people don’t fully appreciate the type of injuries that can result in a fall or how long those injuries can last until it happens to them or a loved one. One wrong step on a slippery floor or a loose stair can cause anything from a broken bone to permanent paralysis. Property owners have the responsibility under New York law to maintain their premises in a safe condition. When they fail to do so, they may be liable for your injuries.

New York-based slip and fall accident attorneys David Resnick & Associates, PC have obtained  personal injury verdicts and settlements on behalf of countless victims across the New York City -- Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, the Bronx and Long Island. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, with the help of an experienced attorney, you may be able to recover damages for:

• Medical expenses;
• Rehabilitation costs;
• Lost income;
• Diminished earning capacity; and
• Pain and suffering.

Most claims arising out of slip and falls are anything but simple and winning a slip and fall case can be difficult. Under New York law, your financial recovery is reduced depending on how your actions contributed to the accident. A percentage of fault is assigned to you and your damages are reduced accordingly.

Because each set of circumstances is different, you need an experienced premises liability attorney on your side. The accident lawyers of David Resnick & Associates, PC have the experience to assess your situation to determine whether there was negligence by the property owner, if the negligence was a factor in the injury, and what insurance coverage is available, so that you can get a full and fair recovery for your injury.

If you or someone you love has been injured and are seeking legal representation for a slip and fall in New York, we can explain your legal options and give you advice on how to proceed. If you have the facts on your side, we can put together a winning strategy. Please call us today at 212-279-2000 or contact us through our online form.