Slip and fall accidents remain one of the most common causes of injury in the United States, much more than people would normally expect. Slip and fall accidents happen on sidewalks, in grocery stores, in parking garages, in apartment buildings, and in workplaces – surfaces that a property owner was responsible for keeping safe. When they do, the injuries are often serious. From broken bones and head trauma to torn ligaments, and in some cases, permanent disability.
When a fall happens on someone else’s property because of a hazardous condition they failed to address, the injured person may have a legal right to compensation. The slip and fall lawyers at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys can help.
What Are Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents?
Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere– in residential, commercial, industrial, and public places. Because of this, there is a responsibility for everyone to keep spaces clear and free of hazards. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen, leading to slip and fall injuries.
Some of the most common causes of slip and fall accidents include:
- Wet and uneven surfaces: This includes loose or uneven floorboards, clutter on floors, potholes in parking lots, poorly maintained sidewalks, faulty staircases, waxed or mopped floors that are still slick, and loose carpets. Failure to notify patrons of such surfaces can often result in legal battles as due diligence was not taken to keep people notified and safe from harm.
- Weather-related conditions: While we cannot control the weather, we can do our due diligence to maintain our properties when precipitation occurs. This includes clearing snow, applying ice melt and clearing drainage so passersby are less likely to become injured. This not only applies to property owners but to government agencies responsible for the maintenance of plowing roadways and other public
spaces. - Negligence in the workplace: Slip and fall accidents are very common in the workplace and unfortunately, are often a result of improper training and lack of safety tools and resources.
- Nursing home neglect: Unfortunately, nursing home neglect continues to be one of the leading causes of slip and fall accidents nationwide. With residents more likely to be susceptible to falls, and some medications having adverse effects, when an elderly person slips and falls, these accidents can be fatal.
Of course, sometimes accidents just happen and sometimes, a person may simply trip over their own two feet. However, when hazardous conditions are present that may have contributed to the fall, there may still be a case for a lawsuit that requires a premises liability accident lawyer.
Call Us At 844-686-5397 What Does the Data Say About Slip and Fall Accidents?
According to the National Safety Council, falls resulted in over 8.8 million visits to the emergency room in 2023, with them being the second leading cause of unintentional injury-related death. Recent data by the CDC in 2026 found that falls are the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and over.
In the workplace, falls especially common in the construction industry, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics finding that 38.4% of deaths in the construction industry were due to falls, slips, and trips. This means the construction industry represented nearly half (47.4%) of all fatal falls in 2022.
Where Do Slips and Falls Occur?
We know that slip and falls can happen anywhere, but mostly at places we frequent daily. Common locations for slips and falls to occur include:
- Grocery stores/retail locations
- Restaurants
- Parking garages/parking lots
- Apartment buildings
- Amusement parks
- Swimming pools (both public and private)
- Escalators
- Entertainment venues
- Nursing homes
It is important to remember that while patrons are expected to practice safe habits, property owners and business owners must also provide guests and employees with safe places to work and shop.
What Are the Most Common Injuries Associated with a Slip and Fall?
Following a slip and fall accident, some injuries are more prevalent than others in victims. The most common types of injuries after a slip and fall include:
- Broken bones
- Ankle or wrist sprains
- Knee damage
- Shoulder injury
- Muscle strain
- Spine or nerve damage
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Cuts and bruises
- Soft tissue injury
- Head injuries
What is important to remember is that not all of these injuries are apparent right away which is why following a slip and fall accident, you should seek medical attention. Many injuries can be treated when diagnosed right away, however, in some cases when injury is left untreated or improperly treated, they can have long-lasting repercussions or be fatal.
Why You Need Munley Law For Your Slip and Fall Case
For more than 65 years, the slip and fall attorneys at Munley Law Personal Injury Attorneys have been representing accident victims across the U.S. While these types of accidents can be difficult to prove fault, our results speak for themselves. We have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients and we want to do the same for you.
Slip and fall accidents are often controversial as property owners will want to shift blame to the victim in any way possible–but remember, even if you are partially at fault, you still can likely recover compensation for your losses depemding on if your state has a comparative negligence statute.
Our premises liability attorneys have helped slip and fall accident victims recover damages for:
- Medical bills
- Further medical costs
- Lost wages (both current and future)
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
When a property owner is negligent, you should not have to foot the bill, nor should you settle for a lesser amount than you are entitled to.
An Experienced Slip and Fall Attorney Can Help
If you or a loved one have suffered an injury in a slip and fall accident or have experienced wrongful death of a family member, contact us today for a free consultation. We will evaluate the details of your case at no charge, and answer any questions you may have about what to do next.
Further, our slip and fall accident attorneys work on a contingency fee basis meaning you don’t pay until we reach a settlement or verdict. Call or fill out our contact form today to work with a Munley lawyer and get back on track to recovery.
Robert W. Munley, III
Robert W. Munley, III is a seasoned personal injury attorney and award-winning courtroom advocate. While he regularly handles a range of personal injury cases, his focus is on truck accidents and workers’ compensation cases. Bob has served thousands of accident victims and workers, winning them millions with his bold advocacy.
