Newport Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer
Slip and fall accidents are a leading cause of injuries in Rhode Island and across the United States, resulting in over one million emergency room visits annually and costing Americans more than a billion dollars per year.
Property owners and possessors have a legal duty of care for the safety of individuals reasonably expected to be on their premises. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall, resulting from a hazardous condition on someone’s property in Newport, you may be entitled to compensation. A Newport slip and fall lawyer from Rob Levine Law can help. We offer free consultations. Let us pursue the justice you deserve.
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June 12, 2026
Table of Contents
- How Our Attorneys Can Assist With a Slip and Fall Accident Claim in Newport
- Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Newport
- Understanding the Severity of Slip and Fall Injuries
- Who Can Be Held Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident in Newport?
- Types of Compensation Available for Victims of Slip and Falls
- Count On Rob Levine Law to Help With Your Slip and Fall Case
- Newport Slip and Fall FAQs
How Our Attorneys Can Assist With a Slip and Fall Accident Claim in Newport
When you partner with Rob Levine Law, an experienced Newport slip and fall attorney will conduct a full, independent investigation into the incident and gather evidence to prove the liability of the at-fault party. We will negotiate with the insurance company for a settlement that fully compensates you for your losses. If we can’t reach a settlement, we will not hesitate to take your case to court and fight for you at trial. Throughout the process, our goal is to reduce your stress and provide compassionate support while pursuing the maximum compensation.
Rob Levine Law focuses on advocating for those in need and takes an aggressive approach to personal injury cases. We offer remote and in-office meetings for clients and can travel to meet you, whether at your home, the hospital, or elsewhere. We are available 24/7.
We are proud to have served thousands of clients across Rhode Island, but do not just take our word for it. Our client testimonials and case results attest to the effectiveness of our approach. In addition, with our Win or no fee™, Fee Free Guarantee®, you won’t owe us a thing unless you recover compensation.
Hear from Our Satisfied Clients
Life-Changing Legal Advocacy That Delivers Result
When the commercials say they’re the Heavy Hitters, he’s telling the truth. Chris Lindberg is an actual godsend. They took one of the most complicated and stressful situations in my life and created a completely positive experience. God bless him and God bless Rob Levine.
Sean B.
Exceptional Communication and Support
Mr. Gardiner went way above and beyond what I expected. He kept me informed every step of the way and made sure I knew where we were at with the case. Mr. Gardiner made me feel at ease with the whole process from start to finish! I would recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer. Michael Gardiner is a real asset to the law firm. Again, thank you for all that you have done.
Dana C.
Swift & Timely Legal Support
Brittney Wilson, Xenia Gastello, and Rose Conejos were all amazing. They worked swiftly and were able to get my fall/injury case filed on time before the deadline, in the short time that they had (due to me not looking into it until late). All were very, very friendly and kept in touch, keeping me informed of everything every step of the way. Thank you!
Laura C.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Newport
Slip and falls often result from the negligence of property owners or others. In Rhode Island, property owners and others who control premises must take reasonable care to prevent harm to people they can reasonably expect to be on their premises. This duty includes inspecting for hazards and addressing or warning about them.
Some of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents in Newport include the following:
- Wet or Slippery floors: A customer dining at a Thames Street restaurant may slip on a freshly mopped floor near the entrance, if no warning signs have been posted.
- Poor lighting: A tenant at an apartment complex may trip on the way up to their second-floor unit because the stairwell is inadequately lit.
- Uneven surfaces or flooring: A pedestrian walking near Newport Harbor might trip on an uneven sidewalk, resulting in a serious ankle sprain.
- Obstructions: A customer at a local grocery store in Newport may trip over a pile of merchandise boxes left blocking an aisle.
- Snow and ice: A Newport resident walking to their car outside of a shopping center might slip on unsalted ice in the parking lot.
- Negligent maintenance: A hotel guest on Broadway may break their arm from slipping on a puddle in the lobby caused by a leaky ceiling that went unaddressed for weeks.
Understanding the Severity of Slip and Fall Injuries
Insurers typically attempt to minimize slip and fall claims by asserting that injuries are usually minor. However, slip and all accidents can result in serious, lasting impacts on victims and their livelihoods.
Hidden Injuries
Many slip and fall injuries are not immediately noticeable. Even if you feel okay right after the incident, symptoms of conditions like whiplash, concussions from head trauma, or internal injuries may appear over time. This is partly because adrenaline and shock can mask pain in the hours following a fall. Seeing a doctor as soon as possible protects both your health and your legal claim.
Long-Term Consequences
Slip and fall injuries can result in ongoing pain, lasting disabilities, and the need for extended medical care. Addressing them early is essential for your long-term health. Some victims face chronic back and joint problems, while others deal with reduced mobility that affects their ability to work. What starts as a single incident can reshape daily life in ways that are difficult to fully anticipate at the outset.
Medical Costs
Even injuries that seem minor can lead to significant expenses, including surgery, medication, physical therapy, and other forms of rehabilitation. Emergency room visits, diagnostic imaging, and specialist consultations add up quickly, often before the full extent of an injury is even known. Documenting every expense from the start is critical to recovering what you are owed.
Emotional Impact
A slip and fall injury can also take a psychological toll, leading to stress, anxiety, and depression. These “invisible” injuries can heavily impact your quality of life, affecting sleep, relationships, and your ability to return to normal routines. Like physical injuries, emotional harm is a legitimate part of your damages and should not be overlooked when pursuing a claim.
Who Can Be Held Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident in Newport?
Individuals or entities have a duty of care to keep a property reasonably safe for visitors. To determine who exactly can be held liable requires an investigation into how the accident occurred and which party was legally obligated to remove the hazard that led to your injuries. Potentially liable parties include the following:
- Property owners: Guests at a Newport Airbnb may have the right to sue their host for failing to address hazards such as broken staircases or loose carpeting.
- Business owners: The owner of a business on Broadway may be held liable for unsalted pavement outside their building if it causes a customer to slip and fall.
- Government entities: A pedestrian could potentially file a claim against local government authorities for tripping on a neglected sidewalk.
- Maintenance contractors: If a slip and fall on private property is due to a lack of maintenance, the contractor who should have removed existing hazards could be held liable.
- Tenants: A tenant of a residential property could be liable if they create a dangerous condition, such as a leaking water pipe that causes a visitor to fall.
Types of Compensation Available for Victims of Slip and Falls
Victims of slip and fall accidents in Newport can pursue a range of damages in their claim. The exact amount you are eligible for depends on the extent of your injuries, the impacts on your life, the strength of your case, and more. You generally can seek compensation for the following losses:
- Medical expenses: You can seek full coverage for all current and future medical expenses, including hospital visits, surgeries, physical therapy, and medications.
- Lost wages: If your injuries lead to extended time off work or an inability to return to your former occupation or position, you can pursue compensation for your lost income.
- Pain and suffering: You can pursue damages for physical pain, suffering, disfigurement, scarring, and emotional distress.
- Property damage: If a slip and fall resulted in additional damage to your personal items, like a cellphone or glasses, you can seek compensation for repairs or replacements.
- Punitive damages: The court may award punitive damages to slip and fall victims in cases where the defendant’s actions were malicious or demonstrated a reckless indifference to the rights of others.
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.
Results We've Won for Our Clients
$150,000
- Slip and Fall Accident
Client was visiting a nursing home in Middletown RI. While bringing flowers to her family member she slipped and fell in a puddle of water. Long term pain management and pain injections.
Attorney on Case
$100,000
- Premise Liability
Client was at Gurney’s in Newport. The stairs that lead to the clients room were poorly lit, as many lights had not been replaced. The client fell, tearing the quad muscle and needing surgery.
Attorney on Case
$45,000
- Slip and Fall Accident
Client was walking his dog in the Burger King parking lot, when he slipped and fell on oil/grease leaking from the dumpster. His injuires were to his hip, and hands, including numbness in several fingers.
Attorney on Case
Count On Rob Levine Law to Help With Your Slip and Fall Case
Representation by Rob Levine Law provides numerous advantages that set us apart from other local firms. Our attorneys provide vigorous advocacy while maintaining the strictest ethical standards. We emphasize fee transparency, which is reflected in our Fee Free Guarantee®. We charge a 33% contingency fee in personal injury cases and offer a discounted rate of 25% to first responders and military personnel.
With over 25 years of helping more than 50,000 people and securing over $2 billion in disability benefits and injury compensation, you can trust our team’s experience and knowledge. Call (888) 791-9135 or contact us online today. We are available 24/7.
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Newport Slip and Fall FAQs
What Steps Should I Take in the Immediate Aftermath of a Newport Slip and Fall Accident?
After a slip and fall, seek immediate medical attention and report the incident to the property owner, manager, or local authorities. Document the scene with photos and collect contact information from any witnesses. Also, avoid giving detailed statements before speaking with an attorney.
What Is Rhode Island’s Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Lawsuit Filings?
Under Rhode Island General Laws § 9-1-14, you generally have three years from the date of the accident to file a slip and fall lawsuit, although certain circumstances may affect this deadline. For instance, if your claim is against a government entity or municipality, you must file a 60-day notice of your intent to file a lawsuit.
How Do I Handle a Construction Zone-Related Slip and Fall at a Local Newport Business?
Report the incident immediately, document the construction hazards, and identify all potentially responsible parties, such as the business, property owner, or contractor, since multiple entities may share liability for unsafe conditions.
Can Newport’s Hazardous Weather Conditions Affect a Slip and Fall Claim?
Yes, if a property owner failed to take reasonable steps to clear or treat hazards caused by rain, snow, or ice, they may be held liable.
Do Temporary Hazards Like a Spilled Drink or Mopped Floors Affect Liability in a Claim?
Businesses may be liable if they knew or should have known of the hazard and failed to promptly address it or warn customers. However, liability generally depends on how long the condition existed and whether the party in control of the property took reasonable safety precautions.
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Notable Case Results
$250,000
Automobile struck minor client who was skateboarding on Americas Cup Avenue in Newport resulting in his head leaving a dent in the vehicle’s hood. Client suffered multiple abrasions and a concussion resulting in his admission to the hospital for observation. Client lost time from school due to his injuries, but was able to catch back up and graduate on time. The settlement is providing him with critical funds to invest in a new life ahead.
$100,000
Client was a passanger traveling on Coddington Highway in Newport. Car came to stop at intersection, other car did not see the car our client was in and hit them head on. The impact was so hard it caused our client to fracture their pelvis in two places which required surgery.
$500,000
A semi truck began backing on to Davisville Road in North Kingstown, it did not stop for traffic and backed into our clients vehicle. Our client was rushed to South County Hosptial with body pain and facial stitches.
$500,000
We represented two clients that were jetskiing in Newport. Another jetski hit them causing severe injuries, as they were rushed to Rhode Island Hospital. Each had fractures to their extremities. We were able to settle for defendants policy limits.
$100,000
Client was at Gurney’s in Newport. The stairs that lead to the clients room were poorly lit, as many lights had not been replaced. The client fell, tearing the quad muscle and needing surgery.
$150,000
Client was visiting a nursing home in Middletown RI. While bringing flowers to her family member she slipped and fell in a puddle of water. Long term pain management and pain injections.
$24,716
Client was living in Jamestown RI suffering from Deep vein thrombosis, Pain, Chronic Fatigue, Depression, Anxiety leaving him unable to work.
$180,000
Veteran living in Portsmouth RI had suffered hearing loss, PTSD and HTN from his time in the Army we were able to get him nearly $200,000 in back benefits.
$261,000
Secured for a client who was riding his motorcycle from Middletown to Newport. As he navigated the rotary, a car failed to yield to him, knocking him off his motorcycle and causing a fractured ankle. The settlement covered the client’s medical expenses and damages resulting from the accident.
$129,000
Secured for a client who was rear-ended while slowing down on the Pell Bridge in Newport. The severe impact forced the client’s car into the vehicle in front of him. As a result, the client suffered neck, back, and shoulder injuries. Our team worked diligently to recover the compensation our client deserved for their damages.
$235,000
for a client who was rear-ended by a large truck while driving his company vehicle in Newport. The client required several months of treatment for his injuries and lost time from work as a result of the crash.
$150,000
for a client who was driving in Middletown when she was T-boned by a truck that ran a stop sign. She was rushed to Newport Hospital with a left arm fracture that required surgery.
Exceptional Service and Advocacy for Veterans
Rob Levine Law has been very helpful in my request to receive compensation benefits for injuries I incurred while in service. I’ve suggested their services to a number of veterans seeking legal assistance. I highly recommend them and will continue to seek their services and advice.
Sandyabdullah M.
Above and Beyond Client Care
They have been very responsive to me, even after my disability case was approved and settled. I can still call them anytime with questions and always get a response. Daniela has been great. If you’re lucky enough to work with her, you will enjoy her helpfulness as well as her ability to go above and beyond for her clients.
Carmen T.
Great Results with Fast, Reliable Communication
I am beyond satisfied with how Attorney Daniel LeClair handled my case, and the end result was beyond anything I could have expected. He kept me updated throughout the process and was very fast in replying to any questions I had. Hopefully, I won’t need his services again, but if I do, I won’t hesitate to reach out to him and his office again.
Christopher H.
Helping Veterans Navigate the VA with Expertise
After all these years and all this time, finally, a person and a firm that will stand by me. Jairo Manchola was a complete professional and answered all my questions. I feel like I have a coach in my corner to take on the monster known as Veterans Affairs. I look forward to working with Rob Levine Law in the near future to help me get the compensation I deserve and fought for. Once again, thank you, Jairo, for making this very easy and drama-free. I think every veteran should work with this firm.
Edward C.
Great Service with Compassionate Support
They are very good at what they do and are very understanding and patient. I would recommend them to everyone I know who needs help. Thank you so much.
Tabitha W.
Fast and Effective Legal Assistance
I was afraid of using an out-of-state attorney, but I’m so glad I did! They got right down to business and settled my case swiftly.
Robin H.
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