Helping You After a Slip, Trip or Fall
A wet floor, loose handrail, or broken sidewalk might seem like minor hazards—until you’re the one who ends up on the ground. These types of accidents can cause serious injuries, from fractures to concussions to long-term disability. If your fall happened because a landlord, business, or property owner failed to maintain safe conditions, you may have a case.
Where Do Falls Happen?
Slip and trip injuries can happen almost anywhere in NYC.
We’ve handled premises cases across all types of locations:
- Sidewalks & Streets: Cracked concrete, icy conditions, and broken curbs. Falls on NYC sidewalks may involve the city or a building owner. LEARN MORE ABOUT SIDEWALK ACCIDENTS →
- Stores & Buildings: Slippery spills, blocked aisles, or damaged flooring in retail spaces can lead to serious injuries. LEARN MORE ABOUT STORE & MALL ACCIDENTS →
- Snow & Ice Accidents: Icy sidewalks, steps, and building entrances in NYC winters often cause falls when property owners don’t clear hazards. LEARN MORE SNOW & ICE FALLS →
When Property Owners Are Liable
Not every fall leads to a lawsuit—but many do. The key is proving the owner or manager:
- Created the dangerous condition, or
- Knew (or should have known) about it and failed to fix it or warn you
Examples include:
- A supermarket ignored a spill for hours
- A landlord never repaired a broken step
- A property manager failed to remove ice after a storm
- A dimly lit stairwell caused a trip and fall
Our firm investigates quickly, obtaining surveillance footage, incident reports, inspection logs, and witness statements before they disappear.
Slip and Fall Laws in NYC
NYC premises liability law requires proof of negligence. You must show the hazard existed long enough that the responsible party had a chance to fix it—or that they caused it directly.
Can I sue the city for a sidewalk fall?
Yes, but municipal cases have strict rules. You must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days of the incident. We’ve successfully handled many city liability cases and can handle the process from start to finish.
MORE ON SUING THE CITY
Compensation for Fall Injuries
Falls often lead to:
- Broken wrists, hips, or ankles
- Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
- Back and spinal trauma
- Long-term rehab or lost income
We fight to recover everything you’re owed:
- Hospital and rehab bills
- Future medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages or lost earning capacity
- Emotional distress or permanent disability
Older victims and those with preexisting conditions often face greater risk, and deserve full compensation.
Our Results in Premises Liability Cases
$750,000 settlement for a tenant who tripped over a broken stair in a Queens apartment building.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do after a slip and fall in NYC?
Get medical help, report the accident to the property owner or manager, take photos of the hazard, collect witness info, and contact a lawyer immediately. Time is critical for preserving evidence.
Can I sue my landlord or building owner for a fall?
If the fall was caused by a hazardous condition (like broken stairs or no lighting), and the owner failed to address it in a reasonable time, you may have a case. We’ll help determine liability.
How long do I have to file a slip and fall claim in NYC?
Generally, you have 3 years from the date of injury, but if the city is involved, a Notice of Claim must be filed within 90 days. Don’t wait, missing a deadline can bar your claim.
Do I need to prove the owner knew about the hazard?
Yes. You’ll need to show they knew or should’ve known about the dangerous condition. Our team gathers cleaning logs, video, and employee records to prove your case.
Contact Us
At Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP, our NYC slip and fall attorneys have been holding negligent property owners accountable for decades. We understand how to investigate fall injuries, gather evidence, and build strong claims under NYC premises liability law. These cases move fast—security footage gets erased, witnesses disappear, and city claims have short deadlines. Call now for a free consultation.
