Brooklyn Slip and Fall Lawyer Who Preserves the Proof Before It Disappears

A slip and fall accident occurs when the surface of a pathway is in a condition that is, for example, wet or icy, causing a person to slip. Property owners have a legal obligation to provide for the reasonable safety of people who might visit their premises and are expected to ensure the premises is free of safety hazards or that existing hazards are marked in a manner that warns people of the existence of that danger.

Slip-and-fall accident claims are based on property owners, managers or other responsible parties’ legal obligation to ensure their property is reasonably free of hazards or to adequately warn visitors of an existing danger. Failing to meet this obligation may make a responsible party liable if someone is hurt in a slip-and-fall accident.

Slip-and-fall accidents commonly involve negligence in dealing with potential hazards such as:

A store that opens its doors to the public has a duty to keep the property reasonably safe. An unsafe condition that contributes to an accident can lead to an injury claim against the business. A store may be held responsible for creating an unsafe condition, such as using slippery wax to clean its floors. A store can also be held responsible for a slip an fall that occurs due to a condition that was not created, such as a spilled drink on the floor, but no steps were taken to remedy the situation; the injured customer will likely have to show that the condition was not so open and obvious that the customer should have taken steps to avoid the unsafe condition.

Slipping and falling on stairs is one of the most common forms of personal injury accidents . Common dangers include slippery stairs due to a spill or the surface itself. Inadequate lighting in stairways make it difficult to see steps or obstacles, or to recognize changes in the floor’s surface. Moving from a lighted area into darkness causes temporary vision loss that can lead to a fall. Property owners should install and maintain proper lighting in public areas. For outdoor stairs, ice, rainwater, and snow may collect on stairs. These normal weather conditions are to be expected; however, they should be properly cleared and properly maintained. Other dangerous conditions are stairs with building code violations such as uneven stairs, or stairs that are not the proper height or depth. Specific rules govern the way stairs must be constructed to promote safety. When a property owner fails to follow building code standards in their construction processes or fails to properly clear dangerous conditions, they can be held liable for any injuries that occur.

Property owners are generally liable for accidents that occur on their premises, including those that happen on indoor and outdoor stairs. In order for the owner of the property to be responsible for your injuries:

Hospitals and medical facilities need to adhere to strict sanitary and safety guidelines. When these guidelines are not followed or dangerous conditions are created, the result can mean serious injuries to patients and visitors. These injuries can include broken bones, shoulder and knee dislocations, sprains to muscles, neck and joints, and more serious injuries such as internal bleeding and traumatic brain injuries.

Premises Liability holds a property owner, or any person in possession of the property, liable for damages suffered on their premises. Hospitals and medical facilities, like all other establishments, owe a duty of care to all inhabitants of their premises, whether it be a patient, visitor, or staff member.

A fall is hard enough to describe without translating it through a stranger on the phone. At Karasik Law Group, P.C. you explain where you fell, what the floor looked like, and how you are hurt in Russian, Ukrainian, English, or Spanish, and you speak with Alexander Karasik, Esq. directly. He handles the calls to the property owner and the insurance adjuster himself, so nothing about your account gets lost on the way to the people deciding your claim.

Seek medical treatment. Some falls can be life-threatening, so it is important to get the medical attention you need as soon as possible. Seeking medical attention also allows you to get the treatment you need to create an official doctor’s record of events to be able to later support any legal action you take.

It is also important to have a report of the incident. If possible, gather evidence such as:

Slip and fall accidents caused by a property owner's failure to keep visitors safe are among the most common personal injury cases in New York. If you or your loved one suffered serious injuries from a slip and fall, Karasik Law Group, P.C. fights for the full compensation you are entitled to under the law. Alexander Karasik, Esq. handles the property owner, the building manager, and the insurance company so you can focus on getting better. Call (929) 444-4444 for a free consultation.

Some of the most common types of injuries resulting from a Slip and Fall are:

What Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?

When our clients find themselves involved in personal injury slip and fall accidents , they often face not only physical and emotional distress, but also financial burdens. These accidents can result in significant medical bills, lost wages, and ongoing rehabilitation costs. In such cases, seeking the assistance of a slip and fall accident attorney becomes crucial. However, the cost and fees associated with hiring such attorneys may be a concern for many.

Fortunately, our personal injury attorneys operate on a contingency fee basis. This means that they do not require any upfront payment, and instead, they are only compensated if they successfully win the case. This payment structure ensures that individuals have access to legal representation without worrying about the financial implications.

Karasik Law Group, P.C. handles personal injury across New York, with a strong record in premises liability: trip and fall, ceiling collapse, and falls from heights, alongside car, bus, bicycle, truck, and pedestrian accidents. Every case is different, and you pay no fee unless Alexander Karasik, Esq. recovers money for you.

Karasik Law Group, P.C. also has medical malpractice attorneys who handle birth injuries, bedsores, bowel perforation injuries, surgical malpractice, and wrongful death, so a fall that happened inside a hospital or care facility can be looked at from both the premises and the malpractice angle.

Slip and fall cases often look straightforward, but proving them is not. Property owners and their insurance companies regularly argue that the hazard was “open and obvious” or that the victim was not paying attention. Alexander Karasik, Esq. has been dismantling these defenses for over 18 years.

Our approach to slip and fall cases starts with evidence preservation. We request surveillance footage, maintenance logs, and inspection records before the property owner has a chance to destroy them. We work with safety experts who can testify about building code violations, inadequate lighting, and failure to maintain safe conditions.

Karasik Law Group has recovered over $100 million for injured clients across all practice areas, with significant results in premises liability cases.

New York premises liability law requires you to prove three things:

The property owner knew about the hazard. Either because they created it, knew about it and failed to fix it, or because the hazard existed long enough that a reasonable owner would have discovered and addressed it. A puddle that formed five minutes ago is harder to prove than a cracked sidewalk that has been reported multiple times.

The property owner failed to act. Knowing about a hazard is not enough. You must show the owner did not take reasonable steps to fix the condition or warn visitors about it. Missing wet floor signs, broken handrails, and unrepaired steps are common examples.

The hazard directly caused your injuries. Your medical records must connect your injuries to the fall, and the fall must be linked to the hazardous condition. Getting medical treatment quickly after a fall strengthens this connection.

New York follows a comparative negligence rule. Even if you were partially responsible (for example, wearing inappropriate footwear or looking at your phone), you can still recover damages. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault.

Property owners and their insurers almost always reach for the same two arguments: the hazard was open and obvious, and you were not watching where you were going. New York's comparative negligence rule means you can still recover even when some fault is assigned to you, and Alexander Karasik, Esq. builds the case to keep that number low. He requests the surveillance footage, maintenance logs, and prior complaint history before the owner can lose them, and works with safety experts who can testify to building code violations and inadequate lighting. You do not need to prove liability before you call. You need someone who will gather the proof that the owner would rather you never see.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is unique.

How long do I have to file a slip and fall lawsuit in New York?

You generally have three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, if your fall occurred on city-owned property (a public sidewalk, subway station, or government building), you must file a notice of claim within 90 days. Missing this shorter deadline can bar your claim entirely.

What if I fell on a public sidewalk in Brooklyn?

In New York City, property owners adjacent to public sidewalks are responsible for maintaining them. If a cracked, uneven, or icy sidewalk caused your fall, the adjacent property owner can be held liable. The city itself may also share liability in certain circumstances.

Do I need to report the fall to the property owner?

You should report the fall as soon as possible and request that an incident report be created. This creates a documented record of the event. If a store or building refuses to create a report, document everything yourself, including photographs of the hazard, your injuries, and the names of any witnesses.

What evidence do I need to prove my slip and fall case?

Photographs of the hazardous condition (taken immediately if possible), your medical records, incident reports, witness statements, and any surveillance footage from the location. Your attorney can subpoena maintenance records and prior complaint histories from the property owner.

Do you have a Russian or Ukrainian speaking slip and fall lawyer in Brooklyn?

Yes. Alexander Karasik, Esq. and the Karasik Law Group, P.C. team handle slip and fall cases in Russian, Ukrainian, English, and Spanish. You can describe the fall, ask your questions, and review your settlement in the language you speak at home.

How much does a slip and fall lawyer in Brooklyn cost?

Nothing upfront. Karasik Law Group, P.C. takes slip and fall cases on contingency and advances the case costs. There is no retainer and no hourly fee. The attorney fee comes only from the recovery, and only if Alexander Karasik, Esq. wins. If there is no recovery, you owe nothing.