One minute you’re going about your business, pushing a cart through the grocery store or walking across a parking lot, and the next thing you know, you’ve tripped or slipped and landed on the floor or ground in severe pain. What should you do next? Knowing what to do can make or...
Category: Slip & Fall

What is there to know about slip and fall statute of limitations?
Generally speaking, a statute of limitations can be defined as the statutory time frame within which a plaintiff can successfully file a lawsuit in court. If a plaintiff waits too long to file their claim, the claim may be dismissed in whole or in part by the court, regardless of the quality...

Are Slip and Fall Injuries Covered by Homeowners Insurance in California?
If you got injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s private residential property, you might wonder if there is insurance coverage that can help to pay for your losses. We have all heard about people winning verdicts after getting hurt on commercial property, but very little gets said about...

How to Prevent Slip and Fall Accidents in Nursing Homes
Slip and fall accidents often occur in nursing homes. For seniors, minor accidents like tripping or falling down can be very dangerous. Nursing homes should have preventative measures in place to ensure these accidents do not happen. If you or a family member has been injured in a nursing home, contact our

Can I Sue if I Fall on a Sidewalk in Los Angeles?
If you have recently been injured from a fall on a sidewalk in Los Angeles, you may be wondering if you have a personal injury claim. A walkway or sidewalk with cracks, ice, or uneven surfaces, puts pedestrians and users at risk of falling and suffering physical harm. If this happens to...

Slip and Falls: Tips you Need to Know
Slip and fall accidents injure far too many people every year and rob countless people of their mobility. If you got hurt in a slip and fall or trip and fall because of someone else’s negligence, you might be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and other losses.

Can a Drunk Person Sue for a Slip and Fall Accident in California?
Imagine there is a man named Jonathan who loves to have a great time with friends and family. Although Jonathan means well and is an enjoyable person to have around, especially when entertaining, he is notorious for getting drunk in public places. His family and friends are always worried about his occasional...

Premises Liability and Slip & Falls: What You Need to Know
Many people are familiar with the term “slip and fall.” The phrase describes a specific type of personal injury claim. The person trips, slips, or falls and sustains injuries on property owned by another party. The injured party pursues a personal injury claim against the property owner with the assistance of a...
What to do if You Injure Yourself on a Broken Public Sidewalk
One minute you are out walking the dog, and the next thing that you know, you have stumbled on a broken section of the sidewalk. You land hard, suffering significant injuries. Whether you have broken bones, a back injury, or fall into the street and get struck by a car, the...

Unexpected Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries
Slips, trips & falls account for thousands of injuries each year. In some cases, a slip and fall injury can result in life-threatening injuries and death. In many cases, the person who falls did not expect to be injured when they entered the building or area. Our California...

Slip & Fall Injuries: Three Things You May Not Know
A fall can cause painful injuries. A victim may also miss substantial time away from work or school while incurring substantial medical debts. California premises liability laws provide a way for victims of slips, trips, and falls to recover compensation for their injuries. However, slip and fall claims are not always...
Common Misconceptions About Slip and Falls in California
What To Do Following a Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall accidents are no laughing matter. They can lead to serious injuries such as head trauma, broken or fractured bones, hip, knee and ankle injuries, muscle sprains and many others. These injuries lead to high medical expenses, lost income following days away from work, incapacitation or permanent disability.
Which Came First The Broken Sidewalk or the Broken Bone?
"Step on a crack, break your mamas back." This twisted sidewalk game was once played by kids who joyfully leapt over cracks in the sidewalk in an effort not to curse their poor mothers with a...
California Parking Lot Slip and Falls
Parking lots and parking garages are a scattered across California. These structures allow individuals to easily access businesses, office buildings, schools, airports, and retail establishments. While parking lots and garages offer convenience, they can also present hazards to pedestrians....
What is Your California Slip and Fall Case Worth?
Accidents involving slip and falls send millions of people to the hospital each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Slip, trip, and falls can result in a wide array of potentially serious injuries, including broken...
Fall Accidents and the Peril in the Shipyard
“Man overboard!” That could've been the cry on January 5th at BAE-Systems in Barrio Logan when a shipyard worker fell into a vessel that was under construction in the shipyard....