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Unsafe property conditions in Rochester are not just nuisances; they are legal liabilities. Stanley Law Offices represents individuals who have suffered serious injuries in slip, trip, and fall accidents due to the negligence of property owners across Upstate New York. As your Rochester slip and fall Lawyers, we enforce the New York Premises Liability Law to hold landlords, businesses, and municipalities accountable for preventable accidents.

Property owners have a non-delegable duty of care to maintain safe environments. Whether your injury resulted from un-shoveled snow, a wet floor in a grocery store, or a defective sidewalk, liability hinges on proving the owner “knew or should have known” about the hazard. We move quickly to preserve surveillance footage and maintenance logs to establish this critical proof.

Call  800-608-3333 for a free consultation. Are you near Rochester? Visit our office at 510 Clinton Square Ste 521. We investigate the negligence behind your fall and demand the compensation necessary for your recovery.

Legal Help for Fall Injuries Caused by Unsafe Property Conditions

In New York, a slip and fall claim is built on proof of notice. You must demonstrate that the property owner either created the dangerous condition or knew (or should have known) it existed and failed to fix it. Our attorney, Joey Stanley, and legal team at Stanley Law Offices investigate the maintenance history of the property to prove this negligence.

Our Rochester personal injury lawyer litigates premises liability claims involving:

• Winter Weather Negligence: Falls on black ice or accumulated snow where the owner failed to clear the area within a reasonable time (violating local snow removal ordinances).
• Retail Spills and Hazards: Injuries caused by wet floors, leaking refrigeration units, or greasy surfaces in supermarkets and restaurants where no “Wet Floor” signage was present.
• Structural Defects: Trips caused by broken stairs, missing handrails, or uneven pavement that violate New York State Building Codes.
• Inadequate Lighting: Falls in stairwells, parking garages, or apartment complexes caused by burnt-out bulbs or poor security lighting.
• Defective Sidewalks: Trips on raised flagstones or crumbling concrete. (Note: Claims against Rochester or Monroe County for sidewalk defects require a prior written notice of the defect.)
• Transient Hazards: Injuries caused by loose mats, unsecured rugs, or debris left in walkways by maintenance staff.

We do not just identify the hazard; we secure the maintenance logs and surveillance video needed to prove the owner was aware of the danger and ignored it.

Common Injuries in Rochester Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents often result in high-impact trauma that requires surgery and long-term rehabilitation. Our personal injury lawyers work with orthopedic surgeons and neurologists to fully document the extent of your physical damage. This medical evidence is the foundation of your demand for compensation.

We litigate claims involving severe orthopedic and neurological trauma:

• Hip and Pelvic Fractures: Common in elderly victims, these injuries often require partial or total hip replacement surgery and extensive physical therapy.

• Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI): Concussions and intracranial hematomas resulting from the head striking the ground. These can cause permanent cognitive impairment and balance disorders.
• Spinal Cord Damage: Herniated discs, compression fractures, and nerve impingement (sciatica) that may require spinal fusion surgery.
• Upper Extremity Injuries: “FOOSH” (Fall on Outstretched Hand) accidents frequently cause wrist fractures (distal radius) and rotator cuff tears in the shoulder.
• Knee Ligament Tears: Meniscus tears and ACL/MCL injuries caused by the twisting motion of a slip on ice or wet floors.
• Facial and Dental Injuries: Broken teeth, jaw fractures, and facial scarring resulting from face-forward falls.

These are not minor “bumps and bruises.” We structure your claim to cover the lifetime cost of medical care associated with these permanent injuries in Monroe County.

Preserving Evidence for Premises Liability Claims in Monroe County

In slip and fall litigation, evidence begins to disappear the moment the accident is cleared. Snow melts, spills are mopped, and surveillance videos are overwritten. Stanley Law Offices moves immediately to issue Spoliation Letters to property owners, legally preventing them from destroying critical proof.

Our Rochester slip & fall injury lawyers secure the following evidence to build your claim:

• Surveillance Footage: We demand the immediate retention of security camera video from stores, apartment complexes, or nearby businesses that captured the fall.
• Maintenance Logs: We analyze cleaning schedules and snow removal logs to prove the owner failed to inspect the property or ignored a known hazard.
• Incident Reports: We obtain the official internal accident report filed by the store manager or landlord at the time of the event.
• Witness Affidavits: We record statements from employees and bystanders while their memories of the dangerous condition are fresh.
• Physical Evidence: We preserve your footwear and clothing to demonstrate a lack of traction or the presence of foreign substances (grease, oil, wax).
• Medical Causation: We link your medical records directly to the fall, preventing insurance adjusters from claiming your injuries were “pre-existing.”

Time is the enemy of a slip and fall case. Contact us immediately so we can secure the scene before the evidence is lost forever.

Identifying Defendants in Rochester Premises Liability Cases

Liability for a fall is not always limited to the owner of the building. In Upstate New York, liability attaches to the party that maintains “possession and control” of the premises. Stanley Law Offices traces the chain of command to identify every entity responsible for your injury.

We pursue claims against:

• Commercial Property Owners: For structural defects in common areas, such as parking lot potholes, uneven sidewalks, or broken lighting in stairwells.
• Business Tenants (Retail & Office): Store owners and lessees are liable for hazards created inside their specific unit, such as spilled liquids, cluttered aisles, or loose carpeting.
• Snow Removal Contractors: Third-party companies hired to clear ice and snow. If their contract requires comprehensive maintenance and they fail to salt or plow, they share liability for winter slip and falls.
• Residential Landlords: For violations of housing codes, such as missing handrails or rotting porch steps, that cause injury to tenants or guests.
• Government Entities (Municipal Liability): If you fall on a public sidewalk or in a government building, special rules apply. You must prove the city had “Prior Written Notice” of the defect, and you must file a Notice of Claim within 90 days.

We review lease agreements, maintenance contracts, and municipal records to ensure the correct defendants are named in your lawsuit.

Pursuing Maximum Financial Recovery with a Local Premises Liability Lawyer

Insurance adjusters often attempt to settle slip and fall claims quickly for “nuisance value,” hoping you will accept a low offer before understanding the long-term cost of your injury. Our premises liability attorney rejects lowball offers. We work with medical and financial experts to calculate the Total Case Value before demands are even sent.

We demand full compensation for:

• Economic Damages (Financial Losses):
  • Past & Future Medical Bills: Coverage for emergency room visits, surgeries, diagnostic imaging (MRI/CT scans), and long-term physical therapy.
  • Lost Wages: Reimbursement for all income lost while you were unable to work.
  • Diminished Earning Capacity: Compensation if your permanent disability forces you to take a lower-paying job or retire early.
  • Rehabilitation Costs: Expenses for mobility aids (crutches, wheelchairs) and home modifications (ramps, stairlifts).
• Non-Economic Damages (Quality of Life):
  • Pain and Suffering: Compensation for the physical agony and chronic pain caused by the injury.
  • Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Damages for the inability to participate in hobbies, sports, or family activities you once enjoyed.
  • Mental Anguish: Compensation for the anxiety, depression, or PTSD resulting from the trauma of the accident.
  • Permanent Disfigurement: Damages for scarring, especially from facial injuries or surgical incisions.

We do not just ask for reimbursement; we demand the financial security you need to move forward with your life.

New York Statutes of Limitations for Slip and Fall Claims

Strict deadlines govern your ability to sue for premises liability. Our attorney ensures every filing complies with the New York Civil Practice Law & Rules (CPLR). The deadline depends entirely on who owns the property where you fell.

• Critical Filing Deadlines in Monroe County: 3 Years to file a slip and fall lawsuit.
• Warning regarding Sidewalks: In Rochester and Monroe County, sidewalk falls almost always involve the municipality. If you fail to file a Notice of Claim within 90 days, your case will be permanently dismissed, regardless of how severe your injury is.

Reach out to us immediately. We identify the property owner instantly to ensure no deadline is missed.

Why Rochester Residents Choose Stanley Law Offices

Premises liability cases are difficult to win. Juries are often skeptical, and property owners fight hard to avoid responsibility. Families across Rochester, Monroe County choose Stanley Law Offices because we possess the resources and trial experience necessary to overcome these defenses.

Our qualifications include:

1. 90+ Years of Combined Experience: We rely on decades of practice to navigate the complexities of “constructive notice” and liability law.
2. Trial-Ready Reputation: Insurance carriers know we prepare every case for the courtroom. We do not accept “lowball” settlements that fail to cover your future medical needs.
3. Local Court Authority: We have deep familiarity with the Monroe County Supreme Court, local judges, and the specific defense tactics used by Rochester legal teams.
4. Expert Resources: We have the financial resources to hire forensic engineers and safety architects to prove that the property condition violated New York Building Codes.
5. Contingency Fee Structure: We operate on a strict contingency basis. You pay zero legal fees unless we secure a verdict or settlement in your favor.

From the initial investigation to the final jury verdict, we provide the aggressive advocacy necessary to secure your future.

Proven Case Results for Rochester Slip and Fall Victims

Stanley Law Offices defines success by the financial security we secure for our clients. We have recovered significant settlements and verdicts for individuals injured by negligence in Rochester, Brighton, Irondequoit, and across Monroe County.

Recent premises liability recoveries include:

* Disclaimer: Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

We build every case to survive summary judgment and succeed at trial. Call us to discuss the potential value of your claim.

Contact Our Rochester, NY Fall Injury Law Firm for a Free Consultation

If you have been injured due to unsafe property conditions, waiting to seek legal counsel can damage your claim. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget details, and statutory deadlines in Monroe County close quickly. Our fall injury attorney acts immediately to preserve the proof required to hold negligent property owners accountable.

Start your recovery today. In your free consultation, we will:

• Review the Accident: Analyze the specific property defect that caused your fall.
• Assess Liability: Determine if the owner had “constructive notice” of the hazard.
• Explain Your Rights: Detail the potential value of your medical and wage-loss claims.
• Outline the Strategy: Provide a clear roadmap for litigation in New York courts.

You pay $0 upfront. We only get paid if we secure a settlement or verdict for you. Fill out our contact form to schedule your free consultation. We represent injured individuals across Rochester, Irondequoit, and all of Upstate New York.