Slip and Fall Lawyer in the Bronx

Slip and Fall Accidents in the Bronx

A slip or trip might not sound serious — until you’re the one dealing with the pain, the doctor visits, and the stress of missing work. In New York, you have the right to file a claim if you were injured because someone failed to fix, clean, or warn about a dangerous condition.

What Counts as a Slip and Fall Case?

You may have a case if you slipped, tripped, or fell due to a property owner's failure to keep the premises reasonably safe. These cases often involve:

• Wet or freshly mopped floors without warning signs
• Cracked or uneven sidewalks
• Loose stair treads or broken handrails
• Icy entrances to stores or apartment buildings
• Spills in supermarkets or fast food restaurants
• Dim lighting in hallways or stairwells

It doesn’t matter if it happened in a small store, NYCHA housing, a chain pharmacy, or a city-owned property. What matters is that someone was responsible and failed to fix or warn about the danger.

Do I Have to File Right Away?

Yes — and the deadlines depend on who owns the property. If you fell in a private building, you may have time. But if the fall happened on city or state property, you may have just 90 days to file a notice of claim. Learn more about those deadlines here.

Where Do Slip and Fall Accidents Happen Most?

We’ve handled cases across the Bronx — and some areas come up again and again:

• Co-op City stores and parking lots
• Parkchester apartment complexes
• Subway staircases and platforms
• Sidewalks with broken concrete or ice
• Supermarkets and fast food bathrooms
• Inside NYCHA hallways and lobbies

If you’re not sure whether your location matters, contact us and we’ll review it. We also help you get your incident report if there was a 911 response or ambulance call.

What If I Didn’t Go to the Hospital Right Away?

It’s still possible to open a case. We’ve helped clients who waited days before realizing how badly they were injured. As long as you follow up and document your pain, we can help. Learn more about that here or see our urgent care guide.

Who Pays for My Medical Bills?

If your fall happened inside a store or building, the property owner's insurance usually covers your injury claim — not your personal health insurance. If you slipped in public housing or on a city-owned sidewalk, the city may be responsible. These cases are more complex but absolutely winnable if handled fast. Learn what the insurance companies don’t want you to know.

What If I Was Blamed or Told It Was My Fault?

This is common. Many clients are told they “weren’t watching” or that it was “an accident.” But if there was a hazard and no warning — you may still have a strong case. We can investigate security camera footage, past complaints, and building conditions. Don’t let their story be the only story.

Should I Take Pictures or Talk to a Manager?

If you’re still at the scene or have photos — absolutely save them. Photos of the area, your clothes, or injuries help build proof. If you reported the fall to a store manager or security guard, that documentation matters too. If not, don’t worry — we help gather everything you missed.

How Much Is a Slip and Fall Case Worth?

That depends on how badly you were hurt and how it affected your life. We’ve helped Bronx clients get compensation for ER bills, follow-up care, missed work, and even future surgery costs. You can read more about how value is determined here or check our FAQ.

Should I Go to Urgent Care After a Fall?

Yes — especially if you’re in pain, sore, or unsure how bad it is. Urgent care is often the first place people turn after a fall, and it creates a medical record that helps prove the injury. Even if it’s days later, it’s not too late. Learn what to say, what to document, and why it matters on our Urgent Care After an Accident page.

Need Help? Start with a Free Consultation

We don’t ask for upfront fees, and we’ll let you know quickly whether we can take the case. If we do, we get to work fast — including gathering records, identifying the building owner, and filing notices if needed. Contact us here or call anytime.