Slip & Fall

Slip and fall accidents are the most frequent types of premises liability cases and can result in serious injury or death. In fact, the United States Department of Labor reported that there were 234,450 non-fatal and 789 fatal slip and fall accidents in private workplaces alone in 2006. The National Osteoporosis Foundation estimates that there are roughly 35,700 deaths from hip fracture complications, 90% of which are caused by falls.*

Like other premises liability cases, slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, anytime. Depending on the severity of your fall, you could end up with a few cuts and bruises or broken bones and deep lacerations. Injuries from slipping, tripping, or falling can have a permanent impact on the rest of your life.

Common factors that lead to slip and fall accidents include:

Broken steps
Torn or loose carpeting
Cracked sidewalks
Manholes
Steps without warning
Ice or snow
Overgrown moss or grass

Uneven ground
Wet or slick floors
Poor lighting
Parking lot potholes
Lack of handrails or grab bars
Small, scattered objects

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers helps slip and fall accident victims

The premises liability attorneys of Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers regularly assist individuals injured in slip and fall accidents. We work hard to ensure you are compensated for your injuries. Our team examines what role your actions played to determine if you are at least partially responsible for your injuries. Taking this into consideration, we shape your case accordingly and present a powerful argument on your behalf in court or at the negotiation table.

Put the Power of Perkins to work for you

If you have been wrongfully injured, contact our experienced team of legal professionals. We offer you:

Free initial consultation
Flexible appointment schedule
Home visits for clients without transportation
Personal service through the Perkins case management system

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers operates on a contingency fee basis—if you do not receive money, we do not get paid. Call 800-Perkins today.

Serving clients throughout Connecticut

Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers has offices in the New Haven, Bridgeport, and Hartford areas. Perkins investigators are ready to visit you to discuss your new case anywhere in or out of Connecticut.

In order to help you more quickly, please fill out the quick form and "Submit" or call 1-800-737-5467. A representative of the firm will call you ASAP.

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Ask Perkins:

I am injured but I do not have any money or any insurance. What can I do?

First, it is extremely important for you to go to a doctor, both for your health and to substantiate your case. Next, come to us. We work on a contingency fee basis and will not charge you any fees for our services unless we win your case. We will help you recover money to pay for your medical expenses.

With Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, clients never have to worry about legal fees while they are struggling to pay medical bills. We take care of you.
How can you help me?

Perkins can help you in a number of ways. We evaluate your case, determine if you are eligible for compensation, and develop a plan to gain you compensation. A case management team is assigned to your case. This team tracks all your paperwork and appointments and helps you document your medical records. We make sure you seek treatment for any new injuries. We will even drive you to the doctor’s office if you have no transportation.
How do I know if I have a claim?

The best, quickest way to find out if you have an injury case in Connecticut is to speak to a qualified legal professional. When you call Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, you speak to Dawn Soffer, our call intake manager. She writes a detailed report of your accident. Your case is then reviewed by an experienced staff member and a personal injury attorney.

We are honest and open. If we do not believe you have a valid injury case, we will let you know immediately.
Should I speak to another attorney about my case?

Some people are reassured by a second opinion. Many of our own clients come to us frustrated with the care—or lack of care—from their former lawyers. At Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, we want you to feel confident and secure in your attorney selection. Our team works hard to ensure your experience with us is a good one.
An insurance company offered me a settlement shortly after I was injured. Should I take it?

Though the offer may be tempting, you should never take a settlement without consulting an attorney. Our Connecticut personal injury lawyers have extensive experience negotiating settlements. We know when an offer is fair compensation and when you are being low-balled. We do not let clients walk away with less than they deserve.

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