Slip and Fall Claims and Premises Liability

What Is a Premises Liability Claim?

A closer look at the legal concept that governs most cases where you are injured on someone else's property.

Slip and Fall Accidents: Proving Fault

Establishing the property or business owner's clear liability for your slip and fall injuries is crucial to getting a fair result.

What If You Slip and Fall on Government Property?

After a slip-and-fall accident on government-owned property, any injury claim you make will be governed by strict procedural rules.

Slip and Fall Accidents: Insurance Coverages and How to Make a Claim

Learn about the kinds of homeowners’ coverage that might be available to cover your slip and fall claim, and how to make a claim with the homeowners’ insurance company.

Slip and Fall Accidents in Stores and Businesses

A successful slip and fall claim against any business usually means proving that the company (or one of its employees) was negligent.

Sidewalk Slip and Fall: Who is Liable?

If you slip and fall on a public sidewalk, who is liable? Before we answer that question, we have to step back and figure out if anyone is actually liable.

Landlord Liability for Slip and Fall Injuries

When are landlords responsible for injuries on their rental properties?

Stair Accidents: Proving Fault

If you've been injured in an accident on stairs, here's how to figure out if the property owner is at fault.

Proving Fault in Accidents on Dangerous or Defective Property

Who's legally responsible for injuries that happen because a property is in a dangerous condition?

Should You File a Slip and Fall Lawsuit?

Even when you're legitimately injured after a slip and fall, is filing a lawsuit worth the time and expense?

What Is the Statute of Limitations In a Slip and Fall Case?

After a slip and fall injury, pay attention to the statute of limitations in your state, or you could lose your right to file a lawsuit in court.

Slip and Fall Lawsuit Timeline

When a slip and fall case goes to court, it typically follows a predictable process, but settlement could be reached at any point.

Discovery in a Slip and Fall Lawsuit

A look at slip and fall interrogatories, depositions, medical exam requests, and more.

Will I Need to Get My Deposition Taken in a Slip and Fall Case?

Whether you're a claimant, a property owner, or a witness, here's what to expect.

Settling a Slip and Fall Claim: Six Tips to Get Your Best Result

As you prepare to settle your slip and fall claim, follow these six tips to get the best result you can.

How Much is Your Slip and Fall Claim Worth?

Every slip and fall claim is different, but understanding these factors will help you value your slip and fall claim.

Sample Demand Letter - Slip and Fall in a Store

If your slip and fall accident happened on commercial property (like a retail store), start with this sample demand letter to draft your own settlement demand.