Trip and fall cases are the most common premises liability and personal injury claims filed in the United States. In fact, according to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), trip and fall accidents account for over 1 million hospital emergency room visits each year. These injuries can range from minor cuts and bruises to permanent nerve damage and traumatic brain injuries. By filing a claim, you may be able to recover damages that account for your ongoing medical expenses, loss of wages, pain and suffering, and more.

Contact the New York City trip and fall accident lawyers at Silbowitz, Garafola, Silbowitz, Schatz & Frederick, L.L.P. if you’ve been injured by the choices and actions of a negligent property owner. Our trial-tested legal team is renowned for providing personalized services, informed legal guidance, and steadfast representation to the wrongfully injured of New York City. By investigating your case and calculating your projected injury-related expenses, we can develop a customized litigation strategy that holds the neglectful property owner accountable for your injuries and financial losses.

What Constitutes a “Trip & Fall” Injury

A serious trip and fall injury can have a devastating impact on a person’s career, social life, and general standard of living. For this reason, it’s critical that you contact a qualified attorney as quickly as possible. The property owner will likely try to dispute your claim by evidencing that you were partially or entirely responsible for the accident and your consequential condition. Our firm can collect evidence, interview witnesses, and litigate on your behalf in court to prove that the property owner failed to provide a reasonable safe environment for guests and passersby.

Common trip and fall injuries include:

• Head injuries
• Broken or sprained bones
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Neck or spinal cord injuries
• Nerve damage
• Hip fractures
• Pulled or torn muscles
• Lacerations

Most commercial property owners have insurance just in case a trip and fall accident occurs. However, insurance providers aren’t in the business of just handing over money. Our skilled litigators can negotiate with the defendant’s insurance company to ensure that you’re awarded a settlement that reflects your legal and financial objectives.

Retain Effective & Compassionate Legal Representation

Contact Silbowitz, Garafola, Silbowitz, Schatz & Frederick, L.L.P. if you’re ready to file a premises liability claim for a trip and fall injury. During your consultation, we can discuss the circumstances of your case, identify any negligent parties, and thoroughly examine your legal rights and options. With our help, you can recover compensatory damages that prepare you for the next chapter of your life.