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Slip and Fall Attorneys

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Overview

At Keosian Law LLP, our slip and fall attorneys provide dedicated representation for individuals who have been injured due to dangerous property conditions throughout Los Angeles and Southern California. Property owners and occupiers have a legal duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition and to warn visitors of known hazards.

Slip, trip, and fall accidents are the second leading cause of emergency room visits in Los Angeles County and a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries, particularly among older adults. These accidents happen at grocery stores, shopping malls, restaurants, apartment complexes, office buildings, parking garages, and public sidewalks across the city.

Whether you fell at a commercial establishment on Wilshire Boulevard, a residential complex in the San Fernando Valley, or a government-owned sidewalk in Downtown LA, our attorneys have the knowledge and resources to investigate the incident, identify liable parties, and secure the compensation you deserve.

Common Slip and Fall Injuries

  • Broken bones and fractures—hips, wrists, ankles, and vertebrae
  • Traumatic brain injuries and concussions from striking the ground
  • Spinal cord injuries causing herniated discs or nerve damage
  • Torn ligaments and tendons—ACL, rotator cuff, and meniscus tears
  • Shoulder dislocations and labrum tears
  • Knee injuries requiring surgery or replacement
  • Soft tissue injuries—sprains, strains, and deep bruising
  • Facial lacerations, dental injuries, and broken noses
  • Chronic back and neck pain from impact trauma
  • Emotional distress, anxiety, and fear of falling

Common Causes & Establishing Liability

Property owners in California owe a duty of care to anyone lawfully on their premises. When they fail to maintain safe conditions, they can be held liable. Common hazardous conditions include:

Retail & Commercial Properties

Grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping centers throughout Los Angeles are frequent sites of slip and fall injuries. Spilled liquids, freshly mopped floors without warning signs, produce debris, and merchandise obstructing aisles create dangerous conditions. Businesses are required to regularly inspect their premises and promptly address hazards.

Residential Properties

Landlords and property management companies must maintain common areas including stairwells, hallways, parking lots, and pool areas. Broken stairs, inadequate lighting, missing handrails, and crumbling walkways in apartment complexes across LA are frequent causes of fall injuries.

Government Property

Falls on city sidewalks, in public buildings, and at government facilities require special procedures. Under California's Government Claims Act, you must file an administrative claim within six months of the injury—a much shorter timeline than the standard two-year statute of limitations. Our attorneys ensure these critical deadlines are met.

Establishing liability often requires evidence that the property owner knew or should have known about the hazard. Our attorneys use surveillance footage, maintenance logs, prior incident reports, and building code violations to prove notice and negligence in Los Angeles Superior Court.

What Compensation Covers

Slip and fall injuries can range from minor sprains to life-changing trauma. Available compensation includes:

  • Medical Expenses: Emergency room visits, hospitalization, surgery, physical therapy, chiropractic care, prescription medications, and future medical treatment.
  • Lost Wages: Income lost during recovery, including salary, bonuses, commissions, and self-employment income.
  • Reduced Earning Capacity: If your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous occupation or working at the same level.
  • Pain and Suffering: Compensation for physical pain, discomfort, and limitations on your daily activities.
  • Emotional Distress: Anxiety, depression, fear of falling, and post-traumatic stress resulting from the accident.
  • Permanent Disability: Additional compensation if your injuries result in lasting impairment or disfigurement.
  • Loss of Enjoyment: Damages for activities, hobbies, and pleasures you can no longer enjoy due to your injuries.

The Legal Process for Slip and Fall Claims

Slip and fall cases require prompt action to preserve evidence. Here is how Keosian Law handles premises liability cases:

  1. Free Case Evaluation: We review the circumstances of your fall, assess liability, and explain your legal options at no cost.
  2. Rapid Evidence Preservation: We immediately send preservation letters to the property owner demanding they retain surveillance footage, incident reports, maintenance logs, and inspection records before they are destroyed.
  3. Scene Investigation: Our team photographs the accident scene, identifies building code violations, interviews witnesses, and documents the hazardous condition.
  4. Medical Documentation: We coordinate with your treating physicians to fully document your injuries, treatment plan, and prognosis.
  5. Demand & Negotiation: We present a comprehensive demand to the property owner's insurance company backed by evidence and expert analysis.
  6. Litigation & Trial: If the insurer refuses to offer fair compensation, we file suit and aggressively litigate in Los Angeles Superior Court.

Why Choose Keosian Law for Slip and Fall Cases

Property owners and their insurers aggressively defend slip and fall claims. You need attorneys who know how to fight back:

  • Premises Liability Experience: We have successfully handled hundreds of slip and fall cases against retailers, landlords, restaurants, and government entities throughout Los Angeles.
  • Rapid Response: Evidence in slip and fall cases disappears quickly. We act fast to preserve surveillance footage and document the scene.
  • No Fees or Costs Unless We Recover: No attorney fees or costs unless we recover for you.
  • Building Code Knowledge: We identify building code violations and safety standard failures that strengthen your case.
  • Trial-Ready Approach: Insurance companies settle for more when they know we are prepared to go to trial.

If you were injured in a slip and fall accident, time is critical for preserving evidence. Contact Keosian Law today for a free consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our legal services and processes.

To succeed in a slip and fall case, you must prove that the property owner or occupier owed you a duty of care (which depends on your status as an invitee, licensee, or trespasser), they knew or should have known about the dangerous condition, they failed to fix the hazard or adequately warn you, the dangerous condition caused your fall and injuries, and you suffered actual damages. Our attorneys investigate thoroughly to establish each of these elements.

Common causes of slip and fall accidents include:

  • Wet or slippery floors without warning signs
  • Uneven surfaces, torn carpeting, or loose floor tiles
  • Poor lighting in hallways, stairwells, or parking lots
  • Missing or broken handrails
  • Cluttered walkways or merchandise in aisles
  • Icy or snowy walkways without treatment
  • Potholes in parking lots
  • Defective stairs or steps

In California, you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a slip and fall lawsuit. However, if your fall occurred on government property (such as a public sidewalk, government building, or public transportation facility), you must file an administrative claim within six months. These deadlines are strictly enforced, so contact an attorney promptly.

California follows pure comparative negligence, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault. Your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you're found 20% responsible (perhaps for not watching where you were walking) and your damages are $100,000, you could still recover $80,000. Property owners often try to blame victims, but our attorneys work to minimize any fault assigned to you.

Slip and fall victims may recover compensation for all medical expenses (emergency care, surgery, physical therapy, future treatment), lost wages during recovery, reduced earning capacity for permanent injuries, pain and suffering, emotional distress, permanent disability or disfigurement, and loss of enjoyment of life. The value depends on the severity of your injuries and the strength of liability evidence.

Yes, you should report the incident to the property owner or manager immediately and request that an incident report be completed. Ask for a copy of the report. Also, document the scene with photos if possible, get contact information from any witnesses, seek medical attention promptly (even for injuries that seem minor), and keep all medical records and receipts. This documentation is crucial for your claim.
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