Los Angeles Slip and Fall Lawyer
We Stand Up to Negligent Property Owners and Large Corporations
One loose handrail. One unmarked spill. One broken step. That’s all it takes to turn an ordinary day into months of pain, medical bills, and lost wages.
At The Salem Law Firm, our slip and fall lawyers don’t let property owners get away with calling your injury an “accident.” You didn’t fall by accident. Someone failed to do their job. We expose the negligence that caused it, from ignored maintenance logs to surveillance video they hoped you’d never see.
From slick grocery aisles at Albertsons to unsafe stairways in downtown LA, we’ve seen it all, and we know exactly how to win these cases.
Call (310) 828-7882 now for a free consultation. No upfront fees. No excuses. Just results.
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In California, a slip-and-fall injury claim arises when unsafe property conditions cause someone to fall and get hurt. Property owners and businesses can be held liable if they knew, or should have known, about the hazard and failed to fix or warn about it.
In California, over 872,000 fall victims were seen in the emergency room, and more than 157,000 people were hospitalized because of fall injuries in 2023. Los Angeles County alone had approximately 190,000 slip-and-fall-related emergency room visits in 2023.
Why Hire Our Los Angeles Slip and Fall Lawyers?
When you’ve been hurt on someone else’s property, you need a law firm that can uncover the truth , and knows how to prove it in court. At The Salem Law Firm, we don’t take the property owner’s story at face value. We find the evidence they buried, the safety rules they ignored, and the timeline they hoped no one would notice.
Slip and fall cases are some of the hardest to win because property owners tend to shift blame. They’ll say you “should’ve watched where you were going.” We don’t let them get away with that. Our lawyers expose what really happened, and the facts speak louder than excuses when they come out in front of the jury.
Our attorneys:
- Secure video footage before it’s erased
- Obtain maintenance and safety logs
- Interview employees and eyewitnesses
- Work with engineers to document unsafe conditions
- Calculate the full long-term cost of your injuries
Trial doesn’t intimidate us. It exposes the truth about negligent property owners and corporations.
Why Our Law Firm Is Different
Many personal injury firms rush settlements to close cases fast and avoid going to court. We’re not the same. Every slip and fall case at The Salem Law Firm is built with trial precision from day one. Our preparation is our leverage.
Our attorneys combine more than two decades of courtroom experience with modern investigative tools like laser scanning, incident-scene mapping, and biomechanical analysis to prove how and why your fall happened.
Our legal team has won millions in settlements and jury verdicts for our clients in cases that hinged on proving negligence. The same strategic preparation that secured those recoveries drives every premises liability case we handle.
“Trial is where the truth comes out, and we prepare every case like we’ll tell that truth to a jury.”
What Causes Slip and Fall Accidents in California?
Most slip and fall accidents happen because someone in charge stopped paying attention to safety rules, maintenance schedules, or basic common sense. At The Salem Law Firm, we uncover exactly what went wrong and who failed to fix it.
In a city as busy as Los Angeles, slip and fall injuries often trace back to property owners, managers, or contractors who ignore obvious dangers. From slick grocery aisles in Santa Monica to uneven sidewalks along Wilshire Boulevard, the same story repeats: someone knew about the hazard and did nothing.
Common causes include:
Wet or Slippery Floors
Spilled drinks, rainwater near store entrances, or freshly mopped aisles with no warning signs are some of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents.
In Los Angeles, we frequently see these hazards in Ralphs, Albertsons, and Trader Joe’s locations, as well as restaurants along Melrose Avenue or shopping centers like The Grove and Westfield Century City. When management ignores a spill or delays cleanup, that’s negligence. We make sure they’re held accountable.
Uneven or Broken Surfaces
Cracked pavement and broken tiles are a common sight in older apartment complexes in Koreatown, sidewalks near Hollywood Boulevard, and parking lots in Downtown LA.
Our attorneys use city maintenance records, landlord logs, and inspection reports to show exactly how long a hazard was left unrepaired and how easily it could have been fixed.
Poor Lighting
Dim stairwells, burned-out bulbs, and dark parking structures turn small hazards into serious injuries.
We often see these issues in parking garages near LAX, basement apartments in Echo Park, and multi-level retail lots across Mid-City. We work with lighting experts to demonstrate how better illumination could have prevented your fall.
Unsafe Stairs or Railings
Inconsistent step heights, loose railings, and code violations are common in Downtown Los Angeles office buildings, older hotels near Sunset Boulevard, and hillside properties in Silver Lake.
California building codes require safe, uniform stairways. When those standards are ignored, we expose the violations in court.
Cluttered Walkways and Obstructions
Boxes, cords, and merchandise left in aisles create trip hazards everywhere, from big-box retailers in Burbank to warehouse spaces near the Arts District.
These hazards are preventable. When businesses put convenience ahead of customer safety, they’re responsible for the consequences.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident?
In Los Angeles, multiple parties may share responsibility for unsafe property conditions. Liability can extend to:
- Property owners and landlords
- Property management companies
- Tenants or businesses occupying the space
- Maintenance or janitorial contractors
- Government entities responsible for public property
Our lawyers identify every potentially liable party to maximize your recovery.
Common Slip and Fall Injuries
Falls are the leading cause of serious injury among adults nationwide. In California, they account for hundreds of thousands of ER visits each year. Slip and fall victims often suffer:
- Broken bones (especially wrists, ankles, and hips)
- Back and spinal injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
- Knee and shoulder damage
- Chronic pain and mobility loss
We work closely with medical specialists to document the full extent of your injuries and their long-term impact on your life.
Compensation Available After a Slip and Fall
You may be entitled to recover damages for both economic and non-economic losses, including:
- Medical Expenses: This includes ER visits, surgeries, rehab, medication, and ongoing care.
- Lost Wages & Future Earnings: Income lost during recovery or due to disability is recoverable.
- Pain and Suffering: You can recover compensation for physical and emotional hardship caused by the accident.
- Loss of Enjoyment of Life: When injuries limit your ability to live normally, you may be entitled to compensation for your loss of enjoyment of life.
- Punitive Damages: In rare cases involving reckless disregard for safety, the jury may award punitive damages.
Our firm calculates every loss to ensure your compensation reflects your full recovery needs.
Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident
What you do immediately after a fall can make or break your claim.
- Report the incident to the property owner or manager in writing.
- Take photos and videos of the hazard, injuries, and surroundings.
- Get medical attention right away, even if symptoms seem minor.
- Collect witness information and contact details.
- Do not sign or give statements to insurance adjusters.
- Contact an attorney before evidence disappears, or the property is repaired.
The Salem Law Firm steps in immediately to preserve evidence, document the scene, and begin building your case for trial.
Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Cases
If you’re dealing with the aftermath of a slip and fall accident, you probably have questions about your rights, deadlines, and what to expect next. Our Los Angeles slip and fall lawyers answer some of the most common questions we hear from clients below.
How long do I have to file a slip and fall claim in California?
Generally, you have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. For claims involving public property, notice must often be filed within six months. Contact an attorney immediately to preserve your right to compensation.
Do I still have a case if I was partially at fault?
Yes. California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, meaning you can recover damages even if you were partly responsible, though your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
What evidence helps prove a slip and fall case?
Surveillance footage, maintenance logs, inspection records, and eyewitness testimony all help establish liability. Our attorneys gather and secure these quickly before they disappear.
Do I need to pay legal fees upfront?
No. The Salem Law Firm works on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we win compensation for you.
Call Our Los Angeles Slip and Fall Lawyers Today
If a property owner’s negligence caused your fall, we’ll make sure they’re held accountable.
Call (310) 828-7882 today for a free consultation.
We proudly represent clients across Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Inglewood, Pasadena, Long Beach, and throughout Southern California.