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Unlike motor vehicle accidents, a slip and fall can happen anywhere and at any time. While many people underestimate the seriousness of these incidents, their life-altering potential is no laughing matter.

If you or someone you love slipped and fell because of dangerous conditions on someone else’s property in Malden, you have an ally in Rob Levine Law. Our Malden slip and fall lawyers are ready to pursue the compensation you need to rebuild your life, starting with a free consultation.

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Table of Contents

How We Fight for Slip and Fall Victims in Malden
Common Injuries We See After Slip and Fall Accidents
How the Cause of Your Slip and Fall Injury Can Affect Your Claim
Who Can You Hold Liable for Your Slip and Fall Accident?
What Factors Affect the Value of a Slip and Fall Claim?
Why Choose Our Malden Slip and Fall Lawyers?
Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Accidents in Malden

How We Fight for Slip and Fall Victims in Malden

When you choose us to represent you after a slip and fall accident, you gain 24/7 access to a team committed to advocating for those in need. From the moment you contact us, we’ll take over the legal process so you can focus on your recovery.

Our Approach to Slip and Fall Claims

Our process begins with a thorough investigation into the accident. First, our Malden personal injury lawyers will determine who was responsible for maintaining the conditions that caused your injuries. From there, we’ll gather comprehensive evidence supporting the at-fault party’s liability.

After we build your case, we’ll negotiate with the liable party’s insurance company on your behalf. We won’t back down against the insurer’s attempts to minimize your compensation, and we’re ready to go all the way to trial if necessary.

We’ve earned a reputation for aggressively pursuing personal injury claims, and we’re ready to put that approach to work for you. We offer the option to meet in our office, remotely, or at a location that’s most convenient for you. And under our Fee Free Guarantee®, we’ll only get paid if we recover compensation for you.

Common Injuries We See After Slip and Fall Accidents

Many people underestimate how serious slip and fall accidents can be. A sudden fall can place a surprising amount of force on the body, often leading to life-altering injuries. Common injuries from falls include:

Fractures, often in the wrists, hips, ankles, or arms
Concussions and other traumatic brain injuries
Back and neck injuries, such as herniated discs or whiplash
Spinal cord injuries
Soft tissue injuries, such as sprains, strains, and torn ligaments or tendons

Some of these injuries may take days or weeks to develop noticeable symptoms, but delayed symptoms can still indicate serious damage. In severe cases, they can result in chronic pain and long-term disability. Many victims—particularly older adults who lose confidence in their ability to move around safely—also experience emotional trauma and may be diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder.

How the Cause of Your Slip and Fall Injury Can Affect Your Claim

The cause of your slip and fall accident plays an important role in determining who may be liable for your injuries. Common causes of slips and falls include:

Wet or slippery surfaces, often caused by spills, improper cleaning, or inadequate warning signs
Uneven pavement or flooring, such as cracked sidewalks, potholes, torn carpeting, or loose floorboards
Obstacles or debris, such as electrical cords, boxes, or merchandise left in walkways
Poor lighting, such as dark stairwells or unlit hallways
Weather-related hazards, such as snow, wet leaves, or icy sidewalks

Where your accident occurred can also affect your claim. A homeowner or business owner may be liable if you were injured on private property, while a municipality could be responsible for hazards on public property. If your fall occurred in a construction zone, a contractor or property manager may be liable if inadequate safety measures contributed to your fall.

Who Can You Hold Liable for Your Slip and Fall Accident?

In Massachusetts, owners and occupiers of land owe a duty of reasonable care to all persons lawfully on the premises. Therefore, they must take reasonable steps to prevent injury to others. Liability for a slip and fall accident depends on who was responsible for the dangerous condition that caused your injuries.

In many cases, the property owner is liable for failing to address a hazard or provide adequate warning. For example, if a resident at a nursing home on Bridge Street slips on a wet floor, the facility may be liable for failing to provide a safe environment.

Similarly, a municipality or government agency may be liable if your fall occurred on public property, such as inside the Malden Public Library or on a sidewalk near Malden Town Common.

A contractor or maintenance company may also be liable for a slip and fall if it failed to perform its duties with reasonable care. For instance, if a property manager hires a snow removal company to maintain the property’s walkways and the company leaves behind dangerous patches of ice, the company may be liable.

How Partial Fault Can Affect Your Slip and Fall Case

Massachusetts follows a modified comparative negligence system, under which you can recover compensation as long as you’re less than 51% responsible for the accident. If you are partially at fault for your slip and fall, your compensation will be reduced in proportion to your percentage of responsibility.

For example, if you have sustained $100,000 in losses and are 40% at fault for your accident, you can recover $60,000.

Shared liability arises in many different scenarios. For example, a property owner may allege the following:

You were distracted by your phone.
You were carrying items that blocked your view.
You ignored an open and obvious hazard.
You disregarded warning signs.
You wore inappropriate footwear for the conditions.
You entered a restricted area.
You engaged in risky behavior, such as running, horseplay, or taking shortcuts.
You were intoxicated.

Even if the evidence suggests that you’re partially at fault, our Malden slip and fall attorneys are prepared to challenge unfair allegations and protect your right to the maximum compensation.

What Factors Affect the Value of a Slip and Fall Claim?

The compensation you’re entitled to after a slip and fall accident depends largely on the severity of your injuries and how they’ve impacted your life. Typically, you can pursue compensation for the following damages:

Medical expenses, such as the cost of emergency care, surgeries, or rehabilitation
Lost income for the work you missed while recovering
Reduced earning capacity, if your injuries limit the type of work you can do in the future
Physical pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Loss of enjoyment of life

Your age and vulnerability can play a role in determining the value, as older adults and young children are often more vulnerable to serious complications from a fall.

The extent of the property owner’s negligence and your own share of fault may further influence what you can recover. The involvement of multiple parties, the applicable insurance coverage, and the permanency of any resulting disabilities can also make valuing a slip and fall claim more complex.

Calculate the Value of Your Case

Use our free personal injury settlement calculator to determine how much your case may be worth. This calculator is designed to give you a value with a range based on thousands of case we have settled.

Why Choose Our Malden Slip and Fall Lawyers?

When you hire Rob Levine Law, you can expect proven representation backed by strong ethical standards and over 25 years of experience. We’re not afraid to stand up to powerful property owners and their insurers when their failures cause preventable harm, and it shows in our results. Our team has helped over 50,000 clients and recovered more than $2 billion in disability benefits and injury compensation, including numerous significant settlements and verdicts in slip and fall cases.

Fee transparency is important to us. Under our Fee Free Guarantee®, you pay nothing upfront for our representation. Our standard contingency fee is 33% of the compensation we recover for you, and we proudly reduce that rate to 25% for first responders and military members.

If you or a loved one slipped and fell on someone else’s property, our team is available 24/7 to listen to your story and help you understand your options. Contact us online or call (888) 791-9135 for a free consultation.

Hear from Our Satisfied Clients

Excellent Communication with Proven Legal Expertise

Great communication! These guys are on top of it, no dinking around happening here! 😊 Highly recommend, not only for keeping me updated constantly but for their awesome expertise as well.

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Clear, Earnest, and Results-Driven

Rob Levine Law and all of his teammates are just the very best around. They are clear with their questions and earnest about making sure that you receive the highest settlement amount that you can possibly get. They are simply AWESOME!!

Ben B.

Clear Communication and Exceptional Service

The staff at Rob Levine Law worked diligently and tirelessly to resolve my personal injury matter. They took care of all the details and won my case. I am grateful to Attorney Derrin Almada for his professional, cheerful service and for explaining everything to me in layman’s terms. Could not have asked for a better outcome!

Olivia L.

Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Accidents in Malden

Get answers to some of the most common questions we receive from people injured in slip and fall accidents in Malden.

How Long Do I Have to File a Formal Premises Liability Lawsuit in Massachusetts Before the Statute of Limitations Expires?

Massachusetts’ statute of limitations for personal injury cases, including premises liability and car accident cases, gives you three years from the date of your fall to file a personal injury lawsuit. Additionally, if a government entity is responsible for your slip and fall, you may need to file a notice of claim within two years of the accident.

If you miss your case’s deadline, you may be unable to recover compensation. While these deadlines may seem like plenty of time, it’s best to avoid waiting until the last moment to start building your case. Evidence can fade quickly, and getting our Malden slip and fall accident lawyers involved early allows us to preserve critical documentation when it’s available.

If My Fall Happened While I Was Working, Do I File for Workers’ Compensation or Sue the Property Owner?

Both options may be available to you. If you fell while performing your job duties, you’re likely eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. While you typically cannot sue your employer, you may also have the right to pursue a personal injury claim if a third-party property owner’s negligence caused your fall.

I Slipped on an Icy Sidewalk That Was Not Shoveled or Salted After a New England Winter Storm. Is the Property Owner Liable?

Possibly. Property owners have a duty to address ice or snow hazards within a reasonable time after a storm. Their liability for a winter slip and fall accident depends on factors such as how long the ice was present and whether they made a reasonable effort to remove the hazard.

I Was Embarrassed and Did Not Call the Police or an Ambulance to the Scene. Does That Mean I Do Not Have a Valid Case?

While having a police report can strengthen your case, it’s not always required to pursue compensation. If you didn’t call emergency responders after a slip and fall accident, seek immediate medical attention and contact our Malden law firm for further guidance.

Should I Speak to the Property Owner’s Insurance Company Before Consulting a Lawyer?

It’s best to speak with a lawyer before you talk to the insurance company. Insurance adjusters may use anything you say to minimize your compensation, and our Malden slip and fall attorneys can protect you from those tactics.

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