Proven Results: Slip and Fall Settlements

$190,000 Settlement — Stairway Fall in Commercial Office Building: Siddons Law Firm recovered a $190,000 settlement for an elderly woman who fell down a flight of stairs inside a commercial office building in Delaware County, PA. The building owner had failed to maintain adequate handrails and safe stair conditions, resulting in serious injuries that required extensive medical treatment.

Every case is unique and past results do not guarantee future outcomes. However, our track record demonstrates our commitment to fighting for full and fair compensation for every slip and fall victim we represent.

Slip and Fall in Pennsylvania? Get the justice and compensation you deserve. Call Attorney Michael Siddons for a FREE consultation: (610) 255-7500. No fee unless we win.

Experienced Slip and Fall Lawyer in Pennsylvania

Slip and fall accidents in Pennsylvania cause thousands of serious injuries every year. From icy parking lots in winter to wet supermarket floors, broken sidewalks to poorly maintained stairways, property owners in Pennsylvania have a legal obligation to keep their premises safe. When they fail to meet this duty, and you are injured as a result, you have the right to seek full compensation. Attorney Michael Siddons has years of experience handling premises liability claims throughout Pennsylvania and knows how to build compelling cases against negligent property owners.

Pennsylvania Slip and Fall Laws

Pennsylvania premises liability law uses a status-based system to determine the duty of care property owners owe to visitors. Business invitees (customers, clients) are owed the highest duty — owners must regularly inspect for and correct hazards. Licensees (social guests) are owed a duty to warn of known dangers. Trespassers are generally owed only the duty not to be willfully harmed (with exceptions for child trespassers under the attractive nuisance doctrine). Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence rule — you can recover as long as you are less than 51% at fault, with your award reduced by your percentage of fault. The statute of limitations is two years. Pennsylvania’s “hills and ridges” doctrine may apply to ice and snow cases, requiring you to show an unreasonable accumulation rather than a general slippery condition.

Types of Slip and Fall Cases We Handle

Our firm handles all types of slip and fall and premises liability cases in Pennsylvania including wet floor accidents in retail stores and restaurants, icy sidewalk and parking lot falls, broken stairways and defective handrails, poorly lit common areas and walkways, uneven flooring and torn carpeting, pothole and broken sidewalk injuries, elevator and escalator accidents, swimming pool accidents, construction site premises liability, and falls caused by debris or clutter in walkways. We investigate maintenance records, prior incidents, and code violations to strengthen every case.

Compensation Available in Pennsylvania Slip and Fall Cases

Pennsylvania slip and fall victims may recover compensation for all medical expenses, lost wages and future earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, scarring and disfigurement, loss of enjoyment of life, and punitive damages in cases involving reckless disregard for safety. Injuries from slip and falls can be severe and life-changing — hip fractures in elderly victims, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and compound fractures are all common.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I prove a slip and fall case in Pennsylvania?

You must show the property owner knew or should have known about the hazard, had a reasonable opportunity to fix it or warn about it, failed to do so, and that failure caused your injury. Evidence like surveillance video, maintenance logs, and witness testimony is crucial.

What is the statute of limitations for slip and fall in PA?

Two years from the date of the accident. For claims against government entities (municipal sidewalks, state buildings), shorter notice requirements apply. Contact an attorney as soon as possible.

What is Pennsylvania’s “hills and ridges” doctrine?

This doctrine applies to ice and snow cases. It requires you to show the ice or snow had accumulated into “hills and ridges” — meaning a generally slippery condition alone may not be enough. However, this doctrine has exceptions, including for localized patches of ice and refrozen conditions.

Can I sue if I fell on a public sidewalk in Pennsylvania?

Generally, Pennsylvania municipalities are protected by governmental immunity for sidewalk conditions. However, you may have a claim against the adjacent property owner if a local ordinance requires them to maintain the sidewalk. An attorney can evaluate your specific situation.

What if there was a “wet floor” sign?

A wet floor sign does not automatically absolve the property owner. They still must take reasonable steps to clean up the hazard promptly. However, the presence of a sign may be considered as evidence of comparative negligence on your part — this is where an experienced attorney can protect your claim.

Ready to Fight for Your Rights? Contact Siddons Law Firm today for your FREE slip and fall consultation. Call (610) 255-7500. We serve all of Pennsylvania. No fee unless we win.