Some slip and fall accident victims are lucky enough to walk away from the experience with nothing but a few bruises or a minor concussion.
However, others experience significant physical, psychological, and financial harm that affects them for years. If you are struggling with a mountain of medical bills and can’t pay them because you’re out of work recovering, our slip and fall accident lawyers in Brooklyn at Aviles Law Firm PLLC can help you.
Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined experience. We will use this experience and the knowledge we have gained to pursue the financial compensation you deserve for your injuries while you focus on your recovery. Our Brooklyn personal injury attorneys accept cases that other law firms won’t. Find out if we can help you by calling us for a free initial consultation today.
Our Slip and Fall Accident Attorneys in Brooklyn Are Committed to Our Clients’ Success
Slip and fall injuries can affect victims for the rest of their lives. Whether you suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord damage, a soft tissue injury, broken bones, or another type of injury, we can explain your legal rights and determine what compensation you may qualify to recover from a negligent property owner or another responsible party.
We are one of the most successful Hispanic-owned personal injury law firms in the history of New York. Our diverse team includes attorneys and staff members from various Hispanic backgrounds. This deep cultural understanding helps us connect with and advocate for injury victims like no other law firm can.
What Our Brooklyn Slip and Fall Attorneys Can Do for You
When you hire a Brooklyn slip and fall injury lawyer from Aviles Law Firm PLLC, we will:
- Provide you with the highest level of legal representation possible
- Collect evidence to support your case, such as medical records and bills, surveillance footage, eyewitness accounts, etc.
- Determine who is responsible for your slip and fall injuries
- File an insurance claim and/or lawsuit against the liable party on your behalf
- Represent you in negotiations with the at-fault party’s insurance company
- Prepare your case for trial, even if a settlement is likely, so we are ready no matter what happens
- Fight for your right to fair compensation in court, if necessary
We’re Proud of Our Impressive Track Record of Success
Our personal injury lawyers have obtained over $1 billion for injury victims, including:
- $44.7 million for a fall victim who became paralyzed
- $6.5 million for a construction worker who fell off a ladder
- $4 million for a fall victim who suffered a spinal injury
- $3.5 million for a construction employee who fractured their ankle in a fall
We have also received many notable awards and recognitions, including:
- Best of the Best Attorneys, Top 10 Personal Injury Law Firm for 2023 and 2025
- Attorney and Practice Magazine’s Top 10 Personal Injury Law Firm for 2022 and 2025
- TopVerdict.com United States Top 10 Bench Award for All Practice Areas for 2021 and 2025
- American Institute of Trial Lawyers’ Best Law Firm for 2024 and 2025
- The National Institute of Trial Lawyers’ Best Trial Lawyer in America for 2024 and 2025
You can’t go wrong turning to our Brooklyn slip and fall lawyers. We have the experience and knowledge you’re looking for.
What Types of Damages Can You Recover After a Slip and Fall Accident in Brooklyn?
If you were injured in a slip and fall accident, a Brooklyn premises liability attorney can help you seek various damages, including:
Economic Damages
These damages are direct financial losses related to the accident, such as:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Diminished earning capacity
- Property damage
Non-Economic Damages
These damages do not have an obvious financial value. Instead, they compensate victims for the physical and psychological consequences of a fall. Examples include:
- Physical pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional harm
- Disability or disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Wrongful Death Damages
According to the National Safety Council, falls were the second-most-common preventable cause of death in the U.S. in 2023. If you tragically lost a loved one in a negligence-based slip and fall accident, we extend our condolences to you. A Brooklyn wrongful death lawyer from our law firm can help you pursue compensation for losses such as:
- Medical, funeral, and burial expenses
- Loss of household income and employment benefits
- The decedent’s pain and suffering
Who Is Responsible for Compensating You After a Slip and Fall Injury in Brooklyn?
If you slipped and fell in a store, at a hotel, in a parking lot, in an office building, or on another public or private property, you may qualify to receive compensation for your injuries.
In many cases, the property owner or occupier will be liable for compensating you. However, one or more other parties (such as a product manufacturer or a property management company) may be responsible, depending on the circumstances behind your fall.
The key to recovering the compensation you deserve is proving negligence. To demonstrate your right to damages, your Brooklyn premises liability lawyer will collect evidence of the following legal elements of negligence:
Duty of Care
Property owners must protect invitees (those invited onto a business property, such as customers in a store, diners in a restaurant, or delivery drivers dropping off packages) and licensees (social guests) from harm.
Trespassers (those who enter a property without permission) do not have the same legal protections as licensees and invitees. In general, property owners must only avoid causing intentional harm to trespassers.
Breach of Duty
The liable party breached their duty of care by allowing a hazardous condition to exist on the property, such as a wet floor, broken staircase, or poor lighting conditions. They either knew about the dangerous situation or it existed long enough that they reasonably should have known about it and did nothing to fix it or warn you about it.
Causation
The property owner’s breach of duty caused you to slip and fall, injuring yourself.
Damages
You experienced financial and non-financial losses because of your fall, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
Connect With an Experienced Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer in Brooklyn, NY Today
At Aviles Law Firm PLLC, our Brooklyn slip and fall attorneys handle slip and fall claims on contingency. This means you won’t have to pay us anything upfront or out of your bank account to start working on your case. Instead, we will accept a portion of your settlement or judgment in lieu of legal fees. You only pay us if we win.
To learn more about what we can do for you, contact Aviles Law Firm PLLC today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Accident Claims in Brooklyn, NY
Are Slip and Fall Cases Hard to Win?
Because it can be difficult to prove negligence in a slip and fall case, these claims can be challenging to win. However, if you have one of our experienced Brooklyn slip and fall accident lawyers on your side, you can feel confident in the strength of your case. After all, we have a 99.99% success rate in injury claims.
Additionally, contributing to your injuries does not bar your right to compensation. Per CVP § 1411, New York follows a pure comparative negligence rule, which means slip and fall victims may still recover compensation even if they are partially responsible for their injuries. Your personal injury attorney can explain how your actions may affect your payout.
What Is the Average Payout for a Slip and Fall in New York?
It’s impossible to calculate an “average” payout for a slip and fall accident in Brooklyn because each case is based on the victim’s unique financial and non-financial losses. After completing a thorough investigation, your Brooklyn slip and fall injury attorney can explain what fair compensation looks like in your situation.
How Long Does a Slip and Fall Case Take to Settle?
The amount of time it takes to settle a slip and fall case varies greatly depending on the unique circumstances behind the claim. Factors that may affect how long your case takes include:
- The specific cause of your slip and fall accident
- The severity of your injuries
- Whether the responsible party accepts or denies liability
- The at-fault insurance party’s willingness to negotiate in good faith
- Whether your case goes to trial
Your Brooklyn slip and fall accident attorney can give you a rough estimate on how long your claim might take to settle based on your case’s facts.
How Long Do I Have to File a Slip and Fall Lawsuit in Brooklyn?
Per CVP § 214, victims generally have three years from the accident date to file a personal injury lawsuit against a negligent property owner or another liable party. If you lost a loved one, you generally have two years from the date of their passing to take legal action, per EPT § 5-4.1. If your fall occurred on government property, you only have 90 days to file a Notice of Claim, per GMU § 50-E.
We encourage you to contact us as soon as possible so we have plenty of time to gather evidence and file your suit before the statute of limitations expires.
