Our Vineland Slip-And-Fall Attorneys Seek Maximum Recovery In Your Premises Liability Claim

A slip-and-fall accident can have devastating consequences, from sprains and fractures to serious head injuries and even wrongful death. If someone else is responsible for your injury, you deserve compensation for your losses, including the reimbursement of medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

The question is: How do you make them pay?

The attorneys at Gruccio, Pepper, De Santo & Ruth P.A., have prevailed in numerous slip-and-fall and/or premises liability personal injury cases and secured significant compensation for our clients in Vineland and throughout New Jersey.

Our personal injury litigation department practice is led by Joseph E. Ruth, who is board certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a civil trial attorney.

What (Or Who) Caused Your Accident?

In handling any type of personal injury claim, we must first obtain the facts. How did your accident occur? Is negligence to blame? Did the facility have notice of the negligent condition? When we take on a slip-and-fall premise liability claims, we aggressively pursue information that leads to the truth. In doing so, we often uncover evidence of negligence, such as:

Cracks or potholes on walkways;
Icy sidewalks;
Produce on supermarket floors;
Uneven walking surfaces;
Faulty staircases and railings;
Improperly stacked merchandise which is caused to fall;
Whether the facility had notice of the negligent condition and failed to take corrective action;

Whether your accident took place in a store, mall, parking lot or other premises, the property owner (and their insurance company) will undoubtedly try to limit or deny your compensation to the greatest possible extent.

This is why it is so important for you to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney before you make any important decisions going forward. Your financial future may depend upon it.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey Premises Liability Claims

Premises liability claims can raise many questions about property owner responsibility, available compensation and shared fault. The answers below explain several key issues that may affect a slip-and-fall claim in New Jersey.

What is considered a premises liability claim in New Jersey?

A premises liability claim may arise when an unsafe property condition injures someone. These claims often involve hazards such as wet floors, broken stairs, uneven pavement, poor lighting, falling merchandise or untreated snow and ice.

A property owner’s or occupier’s legal duties can depend on the type of property, how the injured person entered the premises and the facts surrounding the accident. In general, the injured person may need to show that a dangerous condition existed and that the responsible party created it, knew about it or should have discovered it through reasonable care.

We investigate how the hazard developed, how long it existed and whether the property owner took reasonable steps to fix it or warn visitors.

What types of compensation can I recover in a premises liability claim in New Jersey?

The available compensation depends on the injuries and losses caused by the accident. A premises liability claim may include compensation for:

Medical bills and future treatment
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Rehabilitation and assistive care
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Loss of enjoyment of life
Other accident-related expenses

In fatal accident cases, eligible family members may also pursue a wrongful death claim. We carefully document the full effect of the injury and include medical costs, financial losses and personal hardships when we seek compensation.

What if I am partially at fault for my slip-and-fall accident?

Partial responsibility does not necessarily prevent you from recovering compensation. New Jersey follows a modified comparative negligence system. A court or jury may assign each party a percentage of fault and reduce your compensation based on your share of responsibility.

For example, if the court finds you 20% responsible, it may reduce your compensation by 20%. However, you generally cannot recover damages if your percentage of fault exceeds the combined fault of the parties from whom you seek compensation.

Property owners and insurance companies may argue that you became distracted, ignored a warning or should have noticed the hazard. We review the evidence and challenge unfair attempts to place too much blame on you.

Talk to An Attorney Who Can Protect Your Rights

If you have been injured because of property owner negligence in New Jersey, you don’t have to face the legal system alone. Our experienced lawyers are here to guide you through the process and fight for the full and fair compensation you deserve.

To arrange your free initial consultation, call our office at 856-405-3972 or contact us online.

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