Poughkeepsie Slip-And-Fall Accidents
Last updated on June 5, 2025
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen on both commercial and residential properties in New York, as well as in outdoor areas, like parking lots or on sidewalks. Unfortunately, slip-and-fall accidents can lead to severe harm, including traumatic brain injuries or spinal cord damage. These injuries can have a major impact on a person’s physical, emotional and financial well-being. While the injury may happen in a split second, the ramifications can last forever.
Here at Rutberg Breslow Personal Injury Law, we are committed to securing fair compensation for injured victims and their families. From our Poughkeepsie office, we serve people throughout the area, including: the Hudson Valley, the Catskills, the Capital District and the Mohawk Valley. Our experienced attorneys offer free consultations and work on contingency fees – you can meet with a lawyer at no financial risk to explore your next steps.
Understanding Slip-And-Fall Claims
Slip-and-fall accidents can happen for a variety of reasons, including:
- Wet floors
- Overly-polished floors
- Uneven surfaces
- Damaged flooring, carpeting or stair treads
- Poor lighting
Depending on the scope of your injuries, you may be eligible for substantial compensation. It is important to consider all available financial damages, which may include:
- Immediate medical expenses
- Long-term medical needs
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Disability and disfigurement
- Loss of enjoyment in life
The key is to prove that the other party owed a duty of care and negligently breached that duty, causing the injuries. For instance, a store owner has a duty to provide a safe environment for all people who visit the store. If they take intentional action that makes an injury more likely, such as removing lighting or safety features, they may be liable for those injuries.
The same is true if they fail to repair or clean up known issues, such as a leaking pipe or a spill on a wet tile floor. In some cases, they are even liable if they did not know about the dangerous condition, as long as it existed for so long that they should have known about it.
We take a thorough approach to investigating claims and can help you gather witness statements, CCTV footage, medical records and other forms of evidence to support your case. Medical records and statements from your doctor can be crucial in showing what specific injuries you suffered in the accident, how long those injuries may endure and how significantly they will change your life moving forward.
Why Choose Rutberg Breslow Personal Injury Law?
Experience is one of the biggest reasons to choose us, as our team has over 125 years of combined legal experience in personal injury law across New York. Since this is not our first time through an injury case, we can provide invaluable guidance as you navigate this system. Clients often say that they feel overwhelmed by the legal process or they do not know where to start, but having a knowledgeable attorney changes everything.
We are also known for aggressive representation against negligent parties, such as property owners or businesses. They or their insurance providers may try to offer you a low settlement that does not cover all your losses or they may deny liability when there is clear negligence. Our lawyers can help address these issues head-on and fight for your rights. We put your needs first when you need it most.
Coping with severe injuries is extremely challenging. Traumatic brain injury, spinal cord trauma, extensive internal injuries and complex bone fractures often lead to long-term or permanent conditions, putting your future in jeopardy. You may not be sure how to cover your costs or even how to pay your bills if you cannot return to work. We can guide you safely through these challenging times.
We follow a mission of always putting our clients first in these and other ways:
- We do not defend those who caused tragedy but stand on the side of the victim.
- We offer free initial consultations so that everyone in need can have access to proper legal services.
- We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you do not pay anything unless we win.
- We are passionate professionals who can help with settlement negotiations or lead you confidently through litigation in the courtroom.
- Whatever it takes, we prioritize the most favorable outcome possible for the injured.
We will work diligently to determine the best legal strategies in your unique case. When you turn to us, you will always come first.
Contact Us
Our team of experienced lawyers is dedicated to supporting slip-and-fall accident victims in New York. If you would like to meet with us for a free initial consultation, where we can help you explore your legal options, call us at Call now. You can also contact us via our online form, and we will respond promptly. We look forward to working with you and fighting for your right to the compensation you deserve after a slip-and-fall accident.