At first thought, a slip and fall accident may not seem too serious. While minor falls are more embarrassing than harmful, falling the wrong way, falling on a hard surface, or falling from a height can cause catastrophic injuries. The elderly are particularly at risk of suffering serious injuries in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident.

Representing clients across Brooklyn for over 20 years, we at Silbowitz, Garafola, Silbowitz, Schatz & Frederick, L.L.P. are here to help if you or someone you love has been injured in any type of slip and fall accident. We know you may be dealing with expensive medical bills and financial problems caused by missed work. You may face a lasting disability, chronic pain, and a limited future. Our experienced injury lawyers can handle your claim and hold the property owner or other at-fault party accountable, to help you recover money for your medical care and much more.

Injuries Caused by Brooklyn Slip & Fall Accidents

Sidewalk slip and fall accidents, supermarket falls, snowy and icy walkways, and other accidents throughout Brooklyn’s various residential and commercial properties can cause such injuries as:

• Broken bones
• Head trauma
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Neck injuries

Determining fault, or legal responsibility, is an important part of your Brooklyn slip and fall accident claim. It may lie with the property owner or even the City of New York. A meticulous investigation and the involvement of experts in medicine, property maintenance, construction, and other relevant fields can help us determine who is to blame and how their negligence caused you to slip, trip, or fall.