Slip & Fall Accidents

Slip & Fall Attorney
Serving Dutchess County, NY; Ulster County, NY; Greene County, NY; Columbia County, NY; and Orange County, NY

A slip and fall accident can have a huge impact on your health and ability to work. Property owners must ensure their properties are up to safety codes and that passersby are warned of any hazards. If you slipped and fell on someone else’s property due to their negligence, you may be due compensation for your medical costs, loss of income, and other expenses. Many businesses are aware of these rules and regulations, but they are not strictly enforced by the staff and employees within these establishments. During the winter months especially, flooring and sidewalks can be slick due to the colder weather and icy conditions, making navigating a property more dangerous than normal. While we encourage you to always be careful as you are approaching a business or entering the property, if you find that you have taken victim to an accident that could have been avoided, we encourage you to reach out to our team.

The Law Office of Steven M. Melley P.L.L.C. has experience with all kinds of personal injury cases, including premises liability, dog bites, and slip and fall accidents. If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence, please feel free to contact us right away so that we can learn more about your case and begin gathering evidence on your behalf. We can speak to witnesses, take photographs of the scene, and collect other important information that will help us strengthen your case to seek maximum compensation for you. Our slip & fall attorney is proud to represent clients throughout New York State, including Dutchess County, NY; Ulster County, NY; Greene County, NY; Columbia County, NY; and Orange County, NY.

Benefits of Hiring a Slip and Fall Attorney

If you do fall or slip on a commercial property, knowing which actions to take and doing so quickly is important to make sure that you are appropriately compensated for the accident that occurred. We often see victims taken advantage of by the legal teams of different businesses due to the lack of information a victim has or is let in on regarding their situation and the options they have. Having a slip & fall attorney on your side from the beginning through the end will garner you the best overall outcome possible.

Investigation & Gathering Evidence: The attorney will devote time to properly investigating your case and gathering evidence to prove negligence. This can include proof of wet flooring, ice, potholes, and other hazards that prove negligence on the other individual’s or commercial property owner’s part.
Proper Claim Assessment: The attorney will have the necessary experience to assess your claims, to gauge the potential outcome of a case and the result of your compensation.
Discussion with Insurance Companies: The attorney will also have to communicate with your insurance provider, whether that be homeowners, business, liability, or renters, to negotiate coverage for your injuries and related damages. This also helps to relieve some stress on your part.
Ability to Take a Prepared Case to Court: If your case needs to be taken to court, the attorney will already have the case mostly prepared and will be your advocate in earning the best possible outcome for you.

Contact Our Law Firm to Schedule a Free Case Evaluation

The team at the Law Office of Steven M. Melley P.L.L.C. is standing by to represent clients who have suffered from slip and fall accidents in Dutchess County, NY; Ulster County, NY; Greene County, NY; Columbia County, NY; and Orange County, NY. Call us today to schedule a free case evaluation. A dedicated slip and fall attorney is waiting to hear your story.