Trip-and-fall accidents are common throughout the New York City metropolitan area. Dense pedestrian traffic combined with negligent property owners can lead to trip-and-fall and slip-and-fall accidents, often leading to serious injuries and even wrongful death.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a trip-and-fall accident in New York, it is important to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer. At Rosenberg, Minc, Falkoff & Wolff, LLP, our attorneys have extensive experience handling trip-and-fall suits against negligent property owners, government entities and other parties.
Contact us today online or by telephone at 1-866-516-5887 to arrange a consultation with an experienced New York slip-and-fall lawyer.
Trip-and-Fall Accidents in New York
Trip-and-fall accidents are different from slip-and-fall accidents in the way they occur. While slip-and-fall accidents occur because of slippery surfaces and lack of traction, trip-and-fall accidents occur when a person's foot strikes an object or gets trapped in a hole or defect.
Causes of Trip-and-Fall Accidents
Common causes of trip-and-fall accidents include:
- Potholes
- Crumbling sidewalks
- Cracks in sidewalks
- Unlevel floors
- Faulty staircases
- Debris on walkways
- Unlevel curbs
- Design defects
In New York, property owners are responsible for the upkeep of sidewalks adjoining their property. They must repair sidewalks when cracks, potholes and other hazards are present. They are also responsible for removing ice, snow and other hazards.
People injured in trip-and-fall accidents can suffer serious brain injuries, broken bones and other injuries. Our trial lawyers have extensive experience handling trip-and-fall accident cases and a proven record of success obtaining favorable results for injury victims.
Contact Our Trip-and-Fall Accident Injury Attorneys
If you or someone close to you has suffered a trip-and-fall accident injury in New York, we are here to provide help and support. Contact us online or call 1-866-516-5887 to schedule a free, confidential consultation. Remember, our New York trip-and-fall injury attorneys will NEVER charge a legal fee or any expense unless we are successful in winning your case. We will gladly come to you if you are unable to come to our office.
