Falls Are the #1 Cause of Traumatic Brain Injury — Your Case Is Serious
The CDC reports that falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injury in the United States, accounting for nearly half of all TBI-related hospitalizations. Falls also cause approximately 800,000 hospitalizations annually for hip fractures and head injuries. When you slip and fall on someone's negligently maintained property, the consequences can be severe and long-lasting.
- 8 million emergency room visits per year due to falls
- Falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- 800,000 hospitalized annually for fall-related hip fractures and head injuries
- Fall injuries cost the US healthcare system $50 billion annually
- 1 in 5 falls causes serious injury such as broken bones or head injury
How Our Slip and Fall Lawyers Build Your Case
Winning a slip and fall case requires specific, documented evidence that most victims don't know how to gather. Our lawyers take action the moment you hire us:
- ✓Immediately send preservation letters for all surveillance footage
- ✓Obtain incident reports and maintenance logs from the property
- ✓Retain expert witnesses — safety engineers, medical specialists, life care planners
- ✓Document hazard patterns through prior incident reports
- ✓Calculate full economic and non-economic damages with expert support
- ✓Negotiate aggressively with property owner's insurance company
Injured in a Slip and Fall? Get Help Now.
Surveillance footage disappears in 24-72 hours. Contact us immediately to preserve your evidence.
Free Evaluation →Frequently Asked Questions
What compensation can I recover in a slip and fall case?
Slip and fall victims can recover: medical expenses (past and future), lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, rehabilitation costs, and in egregious cases, punitive damages. Our lawyers calculate the full present and future value of your damages — not just the bills in your hand today.
Does comparative negligence apply to slip and fall cases?
Yes. If you were partially at fault — for example, using a phone while walking, wearing inappropriate footwear, or ignoring warning signs — your recovery may be reduced proportionally. Insurance companies aggressively argue victim fault in slip and fall cases. Our lawyers anticipate and counter these arguments.
What if I slipped on ice or snow on someone's property?
Ice and snow slip and falls are among the most common winter premises liability claims. Property owners in cold-climate states have a duty to clear walkways, apply salt/sand, and warn of icy conditions within a reasonable time after accumulation. Our lawyers know the specific standards for your state and jurisdiction.
Can I sue a store like Walmart or Target for a slip and fall?
Absolutely. Large retailers are frequent defendants in slip and fall cases precisely because they have high foot traffic and sometimes inadequate maintenance procedures. Despite their legal teams, our lawyers have successfully recovered substantial settlements from major retailers.
