Store & Supermarket Slip and Fall Lawyer – New York

A trip to the store shouldn’t end with a trip to the ER. Whether you slipped on a wet supermarket aisle, tripped over clutter in a retail store, or fell on a broken escalator in a shopping mall, our NYC store slip and fall lawyers know how to hold businesses accountable for dangerous conditions. We help injured shoppers recover compensation for medical bills, lost income, and the pain that comes with preventable accidents.

Injuries at Stores, Supermarkets & Malls

Businesses that open their doors to the public have a legal duty to keep their premises safe. From Manhattan department stores to Queens supermarkets and Brooklyn shopping centers, hazards like spills, cluttered aisles, and defective equipment can cause serious harm. We’ve represented clients injured in grocery stores, clothing retailers, restaurants, and malls—cases where a quick cleanup or repair could have prevented lasting injuries.

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Common Hazards That Cause Store Accidents

  • Wet floors from spills or mopping without warning signs.
  • Obstructions like boxes, merchandise, or cords left in walkways.
  • Poor lighting in aisles or parking structures.
  • Defective stairs or escalators with broken steps or sudden stops.
  • Falling merchandise from high shelves in warehouse stores.

Any of these can create a dangerous situation if store staff fail to address the problem promptly.

How Store Liability Works in New York

To recover compensation, we must prove the hazard existed long enough that the store or mall owner should have known about it—or that they created it. Sometimes responsibility is shared between a store tenant, mall management, or a maintenance contractor. Our team investigates who’s at fault and pursues claims against all responsible parties.

What to Do if You’re Hurt in a Store

  1. Report it immediately to the store manager so there’s an incident record.

  2. Take photos of the hazard before it’s cleaned up or removed.

  3. Get witness names and contacts if others saw your fall.

  4. Seek medical care even if you feel okay—it documents your injury.

  5. Call an attorney before signing anything or giving a detailed statement to the store’s insurance.
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Fighting Retail Insurance Companies

Big retail chains and their insurers often act fast to limit payouts—sometimes even blaming customers for not “watching where they were going.” We know their tactics, and we build cases with surveillance footage, maintenance logs, and witness statements to prove what really happened.

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Store & Supermarket Slip & Fall Accidents

  • Can I sue if I fall in a grocery store?

    Yes—if the store knew or should have known about the hazard and didn’t fix it in time.

  • Who’s liable if I fall in a mall?

    It depends. Mall management may be responsible for common areas, while individual stores handle hazards inside their space.

  • Do I have to give a statement to the store’s insurance?

    No. Speak to a lawyer first—insurers may use your words against you.

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Contact Us for a Free Consultation

If you were hurt while shopping in New York City or surrounding areas, don’t let the store’s insurance company decide your future. Call us for a free consultation. We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and fight for the compensation you deserve.