Slip & Fall

Slip and fall accidents are the most frequent types of premises liability cases and can result in serious injury or death. In fact, the United States Department of Labor reported that there were 234,450 non-fatal and 789 fatal slip and fall accidents in private workplaces alone in 2006. The National Osteoporosis Foundation estimates that there are roughly 35,700 deaths from hip fracture complications, 90% of which are caused by falls.*

Like other premises liability cases, slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, anytime. Depending on the severity of your fall, you could end up with a few cuts and bruises or broken bones and deep lacerations. Injuries from slipping, tripping, or falling can have a permanent impact on the rest of your life.

Common factors that lead to slip and fall accidents include:

  • Broken steps
  • Torn or loose carpeting
  • Cracked sidewalks
  • Manholes
  • Steps without warning
  • Ice or snow
  • Overgrown moss or grass
  • Uneven ground
  • Wet or slick floors
  • Poor lighting
  • Parking lot potholes
  • Lack of handrails or grab bars
  • Small, scattered objects

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers helps slip and fall accident victims

The premises liability attorneys of Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers regularly assist individuals injured in slip and fall accidents. We work hard to ensure you are compensated for your injuries. Our team examines what role your actions played to determine if you are at least partially responsible for your injuries. Taking this into consideration, we shape your case accordingly and present a powerful argument on your behalf in court or at the negotiation table.

Put the Power of Perkins to work for you

If you have been wrongfully injured, contact our experienced team of legal professionals.  We offer you:

  • Free initial consultation
  • Flexible appointment schedule
  • Home visits for clients without transportation
  • Personal service through the Perkins case management system

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers operates on a contingency fee basis—if you do not receive money, we do not get paid.  Call 800-Perkins today.

Serving clients throughout Connecticut

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers has offices in the New Haven, Bridgeport, and Hartford areas.  Perkins investigators are ready to visit you to discuss your new case anywhere in or out of Connecticut.

When you call, Perkins Injury Lawyers answer

When you or a loved one is injured, call 800-Perkins immediately. You will be surprised by how quickly we snap into action.

  • An attorney evaluates your case.
  • Our investigators visit you, gather and examine evidence, and interview witnesses.
  • Our case management system tracks your case and keeps you informed of all progress while you and your attorney develop strategies to present your case in the best possible light.

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers has a history of success that reflects diligent pursuit of appropriate compensation for injured clients.

 

"I slipped and fell in a store, crushing my left shoulder. I felt as though no one was listening until I called Jonathan Perkins."

- Barbara, Client

 

Ask Perkins:

  •   Why do I need to establish liability?

    Establishing that you were not responsible for your accident—through carelessness or inappropriate behavior—is necessary to construct a valid slip and fall claim. Like other premises liability claims, property owners in slip and fall cases must have been aware of or should have known about an obvious danger for a case to be valid.

  •   What should I do if I have had an accident?

    It is of the utmost importance to document every aspect of your slip and fall accident. Take photographs of any torn clothing, bruises or other injuries, and the location where you fell. Get the names and contact information for any witnesses who saw your accident. If you fell in a public location, file an accident report as soon as possible. Keep a thorough record of all medical treatment.

  •   Who is most likely to be injured in a slip and fall accident?

    The risk of having a serious fall increases with age. According to the CDC, more than one third of all adults aged 65 and older fall each year. Adults 85 and older are four to five times more likely to be seriously injured than adults between the ages of 65 and 74.*

  •   How can I help prevent accidents?

    Regular exercise is an excellent way to help prevent a slip and fall accident. Exercise keeps muscles stronger and may help improve balance. Bright lighting makes it easier to see where you are going and avoid falling. You should also pay regular visits to the optometrist to make sure your vision is good. Remove objects easy to trip over from walkways. Clean up any spills immediately and stay away from ice. Keeping your home free of clutter will also help prevent falls.

  •   Where do the majority of falls happen?

    The majority of slip and fall accidents occur at home or at the workplace, especially where jobs involve manual labor.

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