Ice and Snow Slip and Falls

Falls on Ice and Snow

In New Jersey and New York, falling on the snow or ice happens in a climate such as ours. When it occurs as a result of negligence or misconduct on the part the property owner, the injured person may be eligible to file a claim for money damages including compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other costs of the accident. At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., our attorneys have helped hundreds of people obtain damages for injuries sustained as a result of a fall on snow and ice caused by the property owner's negligence. If you have been injured in such circumstances, contact our New York or New Jersey law firm to learn about your options and your rights. Call us today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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State and local laws including the BOCA Code require that property owners remove snow within a certain period after a storm. When owners do not plow a parking lot adequately, put down sand and salt on the sidewalk in front of their store, or make sure that ice does accumulate during the day because of melting and freezing patterns, they may be liable for injuries that occur when customers, passersby, or employees are hurt.

Ice and snow may conceal underlying property defects

Since we began practicing as a firm in 1981, we have learned that ice and snow slip and falls are often the result of underlying property defects that increase the likelihood of a fall. The ice and snow simply hides the condition. For example, a broken exterior step hidden by snow can cause a serious accident. Accumulated snow may mask a broken stair railing that collapses when a pedestrian tries to use it.

A slip and fall accident may be covered by different laws, depending on the type of property. For example, people who slip on ice and snow at a municipally owned building may be able to file a claim only during a limited time period. And that notice period is usually 90 days. Important "Tort Claim Notice" forms must be served on all potential defendants which are public entities. Failure to do so within the statutory 90 days notice period could prevent you from making a claim. That is why it is important to contact an attorney right away to see whether there are any restrictions on your ability to obtain damages for your injuries after a snow and ice-related fall on municipal property.

It costs nothing to consult with us, so call today if you have been injured because of a slip and fall on snow and ice. At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., our lawyers understand premises liability laws. We know how accumulated snow and ice hides underlying property defects. We have many years of experience with municipal liability. Contact at our Teaneck or New York offices if you have been injured because of a trip and fall on ice and snow. We may be able to help you obtain compensation for your injuries, medical expenses, and lost income. We are proud to serve northern New Jersey and New York City, including Teaneck, Newark, Elizabeth, Paterson, and Trenton.

To learn more, visit our Slip and Fall Information Center.

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