Slip and Fall Injuries

Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his Team of Lawyers and Paralegals at the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. Will Fight to Obtain the Best Result for Your Buffalo, New York Slip and Fall Personal Injury Accident.

Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common types of personal injury accidents. These accidents can cause serious, life-altering injuries. At the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., recognized as a Best Law Firm of America, we understand the gravity of a slip and fall accident and the impact it can have on your life. We pride ourselves on our track record of success with slip and fall personal injury cases. Jed Dietrich, Esq. is recognized as a New York Super Lawyer and Best Lawyer of America, and he and his team of highly experienced lawyers and paralegals will fight diligently to get you the compensation you deserve.

The Dietrich Law Firm P.C., located in Buffalo, New York, is a top rated and highly experienced personal injury law firm. Every day, our team of Buffalo, New York slip and fall injury attorneys strives to provide the highest level of personal injury service to the people of Western New York. If you, or someone you love, suffered a personal injury accident in Buffalo, New York; Niagara Falls, New York; Rochester, New York or throughout New York State, call 716-839-3939 TODAY. We are available 24 hours per day and 7 days per week and we will happily provide you with a FREE consultation on your slip and fall personal injury case. Let us fight for you!

Slip and fall and trip and fall accidents can happen any day and anywhere. According to the National Floor Safety Institute, slip and fall accidents are responsible for over 1 million emergency room visits every year. They account for 12% of all falling accidents and are the number one cause of missed work.

Slip and fall and trip and fall accidents can have many different causes, but most result from an unseen or unattended hazard in a common walkway. Some causes of slip and fall or trip and fall injuries include:

1. The accumulation of water from precipitation on entryways, hallways, stairs and other common walking areas;
2. The accumulation of water from spills or cleaning activities;
3. Ice, snow or slush build-up on a sidewalk or in a parking lot;
4. Poorly maintained pool areas;
5. Accumulation of snow or ice on stairs and walkways; and
6. Items left on the floor or liquid spills by employees or other shoppers in a department or grocery store.

It is important to remember that a slip and fall injury can happen anywhere. Some common locations of slip and fall injuries are:

1. Department stores and grocery stores;
2. Hotels;
3. Work and office buildings;
4. Nursing home facilities;
5. Apartment buildings;
6. The home of a friend or family member;
7. Pools and waterparks;
8. Parking lots;
9. Entertainment spaces such as sports stadiums, concert halls and theatres; and
10. Shopping malls.

Each location comes with its own set of hazards and some places come with an assumption of risk. That said, it is generally the responsibility of the property owner to maintain safe premises. If you, or someone you love, suffered an injury as a result of a slip and fall accident, the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. can help. Our team of highly experienced Buffalo, New York slip and fall personal injury lawyers will handle your case with care and compassion while fighting to obtain the best possible result for you. Call us today at 716-839-3939 and let us help you now!

Slip and fall accidents can often result in serious personal injuries. Some of these injuries can have long-term consequences and permanently change your life. The common injuries associated with slip and fall accidents are:

1. Fractures, (more commonly referred to as broken bones) particularly to:
   1. Wrists, hands and fingers, as people have the natural inclination to stop their fall by reaching out;
   2. Arms and elbows;
   3. Hips, particularly in the elderly; and
   4. Ankles.
2. Traumatic brain injuries, including concussions, which result from severe impact to the head, often after falling backward;
3. Severe bruising;
4. Joint injuries, such as dislocations, particularly in the shoulders;
5. Neck and back injuries, including spinal cord injuries and herniated discs;
6. Muscle injuries and strains; and
7. Death.

It is important to note that people over the age of 65 are more likely to fall and to sustain a serious injury from a fall. Low bone density means that elderly individuals are likely to break a hip in a fall. According to the CDC, one out of every five falls causes a serious injury. For many reasons, older adults do not always tell their doctors when they fall. If you, or a loved one, suffered an injury in a slip and fall accident, be sure to tell your doctor. Medical professionals can ensure that you have not sustained a more serious injury and prevent the need for further medical attention.

If you were injured in a slip and fall accident because of someone else’s negligence, call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C., recognized as a Best Law Firm of America, TODAY for your free consultation. Our team of aggressive, tenacious and hardworking Buffalo, New York slip and fall injury attorneys are dedicated and determined to get you the best results possible. Contact us today at 716-839-3939.

Injuries from slip and fall accidents can have a serious impact on a person’s life.

After a slip and fall injury, you may face an accumulation of medical bills and expenses for emergency room visits, diagnostic imaging like X-rays, CT-scans and MRIs, and continued medical care such as follow-up visits, physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Depending on your injuries, you may suffer a loss of mobility and independence, or even brain damage or a permanent disability that impacts your ability to carry out your normal day-to-day activities.

You may also be unable to work for a period of time while you are recovering from the injuries that you suffered. As a result, you may suffer lost wages.

These long-term impacts can become costly and you may face continuous pain and suffering. If your slip and fall accident resulted from a property owner’s negligent behavior, you may be entitled to payment for medical bills, lost wages and even pain and suffering.

If you, or a loved one, suffered a personal injury as a result of a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. is here to help. Jed Dietrich, Esq. and his team understand the impact a personal injury accident can have on your life and we will fight diligently and tenaciously to get you the compensation and peace of mind you deserve. Let us fight for you! Call 716-839-3939 TODAY so we can meet with you, begin a thorough investigation of your case and fight to get you the compensation you deserve. We are available 24 hours per day and 7 days per week and there is never a fee unless we WIN for you!

Call the Dietrich Law Firm P.C. immediately at 716-839-3939 so that our aggressive, tenacious and hardworking personal injury lawyers can fight to obtain the best result for your personal injury claim in Buffalo, New York. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and there is never a fee until we WIN for you!