A sudden slip-and-fall accident isn’t always a mere embarrassment from which you stand up and dust off. Some falls cause serious injuries, depending on how the body twists, lands, and contacts obstacles on the way down. Injuries from slip-and-fall accidents have economic impacts as well as physical pain and suffering. If the fall occurs on commercial property due to a property owner’s failure to take reasonable actions to correct a slip-and-fall hazard, then you shouldn’t be left responsible for the damages. Call Cuneo & Leonetti for the experienced legal counsel you need for the best possible outcome in your case.
Why Choose Cuneo & Leonetti for Your Slip-and-Fall Lawyers in Camden?
You shouldn’t have to struggle through a complex legal process while also trying to recover from painful injuries—especially when insurance companies do not have your best interests at heart. With representation from Cuneo & Leonetti, you’ll enjoy the following advantages:
- Lead attorneys with decades of experience advocating for New Jersey injury victims
- Award-winning founding attorneys, including David K. Cuneo, who has a New Jersey Supreme Court certification as a civil trial attorney, and Mark A. Leonetti, whose history as an insurance defense attorney now gives him an edge in navigating the system for the best results for injured clients
- A dedication to open communication so our clients are always up-to-date on the progress of their cases
- A history of success, including a recent $2.1 million win in a New Jersey trip-and-fall accident case
We offer free consultations to Camden personal injury victims and only charge a fee after we recover your compensation so you pay nothing upfront.
What Slip-and-Fall Accident Cases Do Our Attorneys Handle?
A sudden slip-and-fall accident can occur in nearly any location, including on private or commercial property. Common slip-and-fall cases include falls from the following:
- Wet or slippery floors
- Broken handrails
- Uneven or cracked pavement
- Debris or clutter on the floor
- Inadequate lighting
- Falls on elevators or escalators
- Loose carpets or mats
- Icy steps or walkways
- Broken floorboards or tiles
When a slip-and-fall accident occurs due to a property owner’s negligence, the property owner is responsible for damages like medical expenses, lost wages, and compensation for pain and suffering. Compensation typically comes through the property owner’s liability insurance.
What Should You Do After a Slip-and-Fall Accident In New Jersey?
It’s difficult to take purposeful action after a bad fall—especially if it caused a head injury. You may be disoriented or incapacitated and unable to do anything other than wait for help. But if you can use your phone without causing further injury, you can take the following steps to protect yourself physically and financially:
- Call 911 to request an ambulance or arrange for transportation to an emergency room
- Use your phone’s camera to take photos of the cause of the slip-and-fall accident, like a wet floor or broken sidewalk
- Take photos of any visible injuries
- Add the contact information of the property owner
- Add the contact information of any eyewitnesses to the fall
- Ask the property owner or business manager to fill out an injury report and keep any security camera footage
- Go directly to the hospital from the accident scene
At the hospital, ask for a full medical evaluation and tell the doctor about every symptom. Keep a copy of the medical report and copies of all medical bills and payments.
How Can a Slip-and-Fall Attorney Help?
Injuries after a bad slip-and-fall accident can be serious, with long-term impacts on health, ability, and earning potential. Even less serious injuries can quickly cause financial hardship with a large ER bill and a missed paycheck. Call the Camden slip-and-fall accident attorneys at Cuneo & Leonetti for experienced legal representation that gets substantial results.