An injured person can get a settlement or a judgment in a slip and fall case. It helps to have pictures of the area and the substances slipped on, so if possible, document the scene, indicating any “wet floor” or other warning signs, or lack thereof. Also, immediately notify the property manager.
Slip and falls can also happen outside or in a private home. Request to be taken to a medical facility to be checked out, even if you think you are not hurt. Injuries can manifest at a later time, including hours and days later. As soon as you possibly can, contact a personal injury attorney. The State of California has a statute of limitations, two years for most personal injury cases. However, the so-called “discovery rule” allows a suit to be filed within a reasonable period of time after the injury has been discovered, or should have been discovered.
Emery Brett Ledger brings more than 27 years of experience to personal injury law. He founded & led The Ledger Law Firm in securing over $100 million in compensation for clients with life-altering injuries & complex claims. Licensed in California, Texas, & Washington, Emery earned his law degree from Pepperdine University School of Law. His practice areas include car & truck accidents, wrongful death, catastrophic injuries, maritime claims, & mass tort litigation. He has been recognized by The National Trial Lawyers’ Top 100, Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Top 25, and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. Emery also received the 2025 Elite Lawyer Award & holds a perfect 10.0 Avvo rating with Platinum Client Champion status. His legal work has been featured on CNN, Forbes, NBC, & ABC.
