Westchester County Slip, Trip, and Fall Lawyers
When the injuries and financial losses you incur in a slip, trip, and fall are due to someone else’s carelessness, with the help of our Westchester county personal injury lawyers, those losses may be recovered.
Table of Contents
- What Will Lever & Ecker Do to Help with Your Slip, Trip, and Fall Case in Westchester County?
- What Types of Hazards Lead To Slip, Trip, and Fall Injuries in Westchester County?
- Common Injuries Sustained in a Westchester County Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident
- How Does an Individual’s Status on a Property in Westchester County Determine The Property Owner’s Responsibility for Their Injuries?
- Could a City or Municipality in Westchester County Be Liable for Your Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident?
- How Long Do You Have to Sue After a Slip, Trip and Fall Injury in Westchester County?
- Contact Lever & Ecker, PLLC for Experienced Slip, Trip, and Fall Attorneys
What Will Lever & Ecker Do to Help with Your Slip, Trip, and Fall Case in Westchester County?
Our lawyers have more than 70 years of combined experience working with clients who have suffered severe slip, trip, and fall injuries in Westchester County. We will work on your behalf to protect your rights and interests following your slip, trip, and fall accident and through the course of your claim arising from the accident.
Settlements We’ve Recovered for Slip, Trip, and Fall Victims
Stories from Past Slip, Trip, and Fall Clients in Westchester County
Client Testimonial
I had just left work after a really hard day and was heading home, thinking about my patients from the day. In a parking facility, I had a fall and injured my left leg, requiring reconstructive surgery. I also suffered a spinal cord injury that left me completely paralyzed on my right side, from my neck down to my hand. I was unable to walk for quite some time and was in a cast, unable to care for myself due to my paralyzed arm, which was really difficult. Lever & Ecker have been great throughout everything, always checking up on me and making sure I had what I needed. Their communication is fabulous; they are there for you 100% of the time, and they truly mean it. They are amazing human beings as well as professionals, and I feel very fortunate to have their help in my life. I would definitely recommend Lever & Ecker. I don’t even know another name to recommend because I think they are fabulous. They genuinely have everyone’s best interests at heart. They always emphasized honesty and trust, and I think that’s really special. I would absolutely recommend them to anybody.
Tiffany
Client Testimonial
I was with my wife, and we were entering an Italian restaurant when it was raining. As we walked in, there was a mat on the floor that was completely wet. My wife took one step off of it, slipped, fell, and injured her shoulder. The feeling of being involved in an accident is overwhelming, and you need to get help right away. The first thing I did was take my wife to the hospital for medical care. Once she was under the doctor’s care, I made a phone call to Dave. He picked up the call and handled everything from there. Dave was on top of the situation from beginning to end, ensuring every detail was addressed. He provided us with immense support throughout the entire process. We were satisfied with how the case was resolved and felt we could move on. Dave and the entire Lever & Ecker firm took care of every aspect of the case. Anyone needing legal representation for any personal injury situation should contact Lever & Ecker. They are professional and excellent at what they do, from beginning to end.
Irwin
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What Types of Hazards Lead To Slip, Trip, and Fall Injuries in Westchester County?
You may not expect a slip, trip, and fall accident to happen, but these events could happen at any moment at virtually any location, including in Westchester County.
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We advise everyone to always be vigilant, but it’s not always possible to notice every hazard, especially when you’re distracted, such as while shopping in a grocery store. The best you can do is stay mindful, and if something does happen, call us—we’re here to help.
There are many causes for a slip, trip, and fall accident, and most connect back to someone’s negligent acts, or failures to act. Below are among the most common hazards that can lead to a slip, trip, and fall accident:
- Weather: Accumulations of snow, rain and other precipitation can create slippery and hazardous conditions, particularly if not properly addressed and resolved. It is the responsibility of a business or individual owner to maintain a safe environment, including during and particularly after most weather events.
- Wet or slippery floors: If water or other slippery substances or materials that create a risk of slipping are left on floors, the business, municipality or individual owner may be held responsible for an accident that occurs as a result of the slippery condition.
- Poor lighting: When a hallway or stairway has inadequate lighting, individuals may trip and fall because they cannot see where they are going.
- Broken sidewalks: Public areas often require sidewalks, but cracks or other defects can cause people to sustain serious injuries in an accident.
In addition to safeguarding areas under its control, businesses, municipalities and individual owners may be required to warn others of the hazardous condition, such as with caution signs, tape or even employees providing verbal warnings. For example, if a business recently polished the floor, or mopped a spill, it may still be required to post a sign stating that the area is slippery.
Common Injuries Sustained in a Westchester County Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident
When you slip or trip and fall, you might suffer severe, long-term injuries that may require extensive medical treatment, including surgeries. The following are just a few examples of common injuries you can suffer from a slip, trip, and fall accident:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Spinal cord injury
- Fracture bones
- Dislocated bones
- Nerve damage
- Ligament or cartilage damage
- Hip injuries
- Knee, ankle and wrist injuries
- Soft tissue damage
After you slip, or trip, and fall, seeking immediate medical attention is crucial to your recovery. However, the treatment costs and other financial losses can feel burdensome. Hiring a lawyer to take over the handling of your case, and pursue the compensation you deserve, can help ease your mind and allow you to focus on your medical recovery.
How Does an Individual's Status on a Property in Westchester County Determine The Property Owner's Responsibility for Their Injuries?
Premises liability is the area of law requiring the responsible party to its premises safe for potential visitors. In most situations, slip, trip, and fall accidents fall under the umbrella of premises liability law. An individual’s status on a property determines the level of care required of the responsible party.
Invitees
People who the property owner explicitly or implicitly invites to their property are considered invitees. Customers, business partners, and friends are examples of invitees. A property owner must provide the highest level of care to these individuals and will need to repair known damages, search for unknown hazards, and warn invitees of potential dangers.
Licensees
Licensees are individuals who have implicit permission to enter a property, without actually being invited there, such as certain salespeople, land surveyors, etc. These people are still entitled to have a safe environment, free from potential slip, trip, and fall hazards.
Trespassers
If an individual enters your property without permission or an invitation, they are labeled trespassers and do not have the same type of care as the previous two categories. There are very limited standards of care for trespassers, although children receive a higher standard of care than adult trespassers.
Understanding how you qualify when it comes to premise liability is vital in building your case. If a property owner did not follow the standards to which you are entitled to protect your well-being, you can recover compensation for the harm you suffer from the accident.
Could a City or Municipality in Westchester County Be Liable for Your Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident?
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A municipality, city, village, or even the state can be held responsible for a trip and fall if it can be shown that they were responsible for the particular condition that led to the accident. For example, if there’s a crack in the sidewalk or a hole in an area for which the municipality is responsible, they can be held liable for the accident. It’s important to note that when a municipality is involved in an accident, there are much shorter deadlines to file a claim—sometimes as short as 90 days after the incident. This is why it’s crucial to reach out to a lawyer who knows these deadlines and can ensure they are met, so your opportunity to pursue your claim is not lost.
How Long Do You Have to Sue After a Slip, Trip and Fall Injury in Westchester County?
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Contact Lever & Ecker, PLLC for Experienced Slip, Trip, and Fall Attorneys
Lever & Ecker, PLLC, has 70+ years of combined experience advocating for clients’ rights across Westchester County. When you suffer severe injuries in a slip, trip, and fall accident, you may require medical treatment, including surgery. In addition, the financial losses are often burdensome. Through our representation, we can pursue on your behalf the compensation to which you are entitled from the company or individual responsible for your accident. Our goal is to make sure you have the legal representation you can count on and trust.
For more information on our legal services and to schedule a free consultation, call (914) 288-9191 and fill out our contact form today.
FAQ
What Happens After My Slip, Trip, and Fall Consultation with a Lawyer at Lever & Ecker?
After someone has scheduled a free consultation with our office, they will speak with one of our very experienced and friendly intake paralegals. The paralegal will ask a lot of questions, including details about how the accident happened, when and where it occurred, what your injuries are, who the at-fault parties are, and whether there is documentation of the accident. We will also inquire about your injuries and medical treatment, including any surgeries. All this information will help us best assist you with your case moving forward. After that initial intake call, an attorney will reach out to introduce themselves on behalf of the firm, inform you of the next steps in your particular case, and from there, we will get right to work on your case.
How Long Do Slip, Trip, and Fall Cases Take to Settle?
For a slip, trip, or fall accident in Westchester County, the honest answer is that the duration of your case can vary. It might take several months or even several years, depending on your injuries and the medical treatment you need. If you require multiple surgeries to recover fully, your case may take longer. Similarly, if multiple parties are involved, it could extend the timeline as well. The duration also depends on whether you choose to file a lawsuit or prefer to settle before a lawsuit is initiated. There are numerous factors to consider, but regardless of the circumstances, our firm will work to get you the resolution you absolutely deserve.
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