I Fell and Need a Lawyer

“I fell and need a lawyer.” If you have had a fall and are not sure whether or not you need a lawyer, there are several things to take into consideration. With personal injury claims, such as “slip and fall” cases, liability is often unclear and finding the best lawyer may be worth the cost.

With over 50 years of combined litigation experience Greenberg & Stein are known as the best personal injury lawyers in New York because we maintain our reputation for integrity, professionalism and success!

Having a fall can happen to anyone, no matter what age and in any weather conditions. In fact at some point in most people’s lives they will have a fall and it will more than likely not be their fault!

“Premises Liability” refers to a level of safety maintenance required for buildings, homes, parking lots, and even walkways–for people who travel on their premises. This means that if you’re injured on someone else’s property due to their negligence, you could be entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost time at work, and much more.

You Fell And Think You Need A Lawyer?

You won’t necessarily need a lawyer for all types of fall cases. If you missed a step, slipped on the stairs, tripped over your own coat or clothing, or you reached for something like a handrail or your phone and lost your balance…a premise owner is not legally responsible for these things. But for something such as a poorly constructed staircase, broken handrails, etc., you’re looking at a premise liability case.

As we mentioned, accidents involving falling, slipping, or tripping are generally considered “premises liability” cases. Some examples of premise liability cases include:

• Liquids or foreign substances cause a slip or fall at commercial establishments
• Unsafe property conditions that cause a fall incident
• Construction site accidents
• An assault by employees or business patrons

Even in a small slip and fall case, our lawyers can help you in many ways. It boils down to proving liability and damages. Our experienced lawyers will recognize all of the different factors that can affect liability and damages, both positively and negatively and make sure you get the justice you are entitled to.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a personal injury accident involving a slip, trip or fall here are some steps to take:

• First and foremost medical help & attention is your top priority. Plus, you’ll be able to provide proof if you choose to seek compensation for your medical bills with documented injuries.

• You know the annoying “Keep Calm” slogan posters that are everywhere these days? Well this is actually a very important time to keep calm! Getting angry or upset won’t change anything and may make it worse. Avoid making any detailed statements concerning who is at fault.

• Be responsible: get the names of owners/managers of property, record names of witnesses, take decent photos of the scene and injuries.

• Make a report: Wherever you fell–in a store, apartment building, or even your friend’s house–you must report it to the manager, owner, or landlord and obtain a copy before you leave.

• Get an attorney: When considering legal action, the best person on your side is an experienced attorney. Since many slip and fall cases are difficult to prove, you need the resources of a successful law firm. We have the experience, knowledge, and history of success to recover the money you deserve so when you say “I fell and a need a lawyer” now you know who to call.

Greenberg & Stein: Find The Right Slip & Fall Accident Lawyer

At Greenberg & Stein, P.C., we firmly believe all accident victims are entitled to justice. If you’ve had a fall, slip or personal injury accident we can help you get the money you deserve. In many states, damages due to a slip or fall injury include pain and suffering, medical expenses and lost wages.

As one of the top rated law firms for slip and fall cases our lawyers will go to any length to fully handle your case from beginning to end. We will examine the scene, discuss all of the possibilities with you, and even help you to figure out exactly why and how you fell. We will review the applicable state, federal, and local laws to determine if the condition of the premises violated any of those laws and retain a knowledgable witness, if necessary, to testify as to the defendant’s negligence.

With Greenberg & Stein you’ll get experienced, successful legal professionals who have the resources to win your case. Call us with any questions or to set up an appointment: we are available for you 24/7, day or night to help. We are ready to begin working on your case as soon as possible. Contact our New York City slip and fall accident lawyers at 888-411-3966 for caring legal counsel and for a free consultation.