Los Angeles Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer

If you were injured in a slip and fall in Los Angeles, you may need to figure out who was responsible for that exact spot. In a city where landlords, tenants, property managers, maintenance companies, public agencies, and businesses may share control over different areas, that answer may not be obvious right away. 

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker represents people injured in slip and fall accidents in Los Angeles and throughout California. Our firm can review what happened, identify the property or business issues involved, respond to insurance arguments, and pursue legal options based on the facts of the case. 

• Our legal team has $2.2 billion+ reported in verdicts and settlements obtained for clients 
• 50 years of fighting for 100,000+ accident victims in LA, proven by real client reviews
• Extensive experience handling premises liability cases, including slip and fall accidents, unsafe property claims, and other personal injury matters. 
• 24/7 availability with a free initial consultation
• Contingency fee arrangements may be available. Attorney’s fees may depend on the outcome of the case. All fee terms and any applicable costs are explained in the written representation agreement before representation begins.

Past results depend on the specific facts of each case and do not guarantee, warrant, or predict a similar outcome in any future matter.

Why choose the Law Offices of Larry H. Parker after a slip and fall in Los Angeles?

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker has decades of experience representing injured people in California premises liability claims, including slip and fall accidents in Los Angeles.

Slip and fall claims need careful review because the issue is not only that someone fell. The case may turn on who controlled the area, how long the hazard existed, whether complaints had been made, and whether the property owner or business had a fair chance to fix the problem.

Our legal team can help by:

• Reviewing where the fall happened and who controlled that area
• Identifying the owner, tenant, landlord, business, maintenance company, or public entity that may be involved
• Explaining whether the hazard should have been repaired, cleaned, blocked off, or warned about
• Responding to claims that the hazard was obvious or that the injured person caused the fall
• Reviewing medical bills, missed work, pain, and other losses
• Preparing the claim for litigation when necessary

A slip and fall claim should not be decided by the property owner’s first explanation. It should be reviewed based on the location, the condition, and the legal duties that applied.

Request a free consultation with The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker.

What should you do after a slip and fall accident in Los Angeles?

After a slip and fall, get medical attention, report the accident, and write down what happened while the details are still fresh. A fall that seems minor at first can later involve pain, swelling, dizziness, or mobility problems.

Helpful steps may include:

• Get medical care. A fall can cause head, back, hip, wrist, knee, or ankle injuries that may not be obvious right away.
• Report the fall. Tell the manager, landlord, property owner, security desk, building office, or responsible person on site.
• Ask for the incident report number. If a business or property manager creates a report, ask how it can be referenced later.
• Take photos if you can. Photograph the hazard, surrounding area, lighting, warning signs, shoes, injuries, and anything that shows what caused the fall.
• Get witness names. A witness may help confirm the condition of the floor, stair, sidewalk, or walkway.
• Keep the shoes and clothing you wore. Do not throw them away if they may become relevant later.
• Save medical and expense records. Keep bills, treatment notes, prescriptions, receipts, and missed-work records.
• Be careful with quick insurance calls. Do not guess about your injuries or sign forms before you understand what is being requested.

What makes a Los Angeles slip and fall case different?

Slip and fall cases often involve shared spaces. The person responsible for the danger may not be the first person you speak with after the fall.

In Los Angeles, responsibility is often divided among landlords, commercial tenants, property managers, maintenance contractors, cleaning companies, and public agencies. Determining who controlled the specific area where the fall occurred is often one of the first legal questions that must be answered. 

A fall in an apartment building is a good example. The stairs may be used by tenants, cleaned by a maintenance company, managed by a property manager, and owned by a landlord. If someone falls because of a broken stair, the question may be who knew about the problem and who had the power to fix it.

That is why Los Angeles slip and fall cases often start with a simple question: who was responsible for that area?

What types of slip and fall cases does Larry H. Parker handle in Los Angeles?

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker handles slip and fall claims involving many types of unsafe property conditions. 

• Apartment building falls: These may involve broken stairs, loose railings, poor lighting, wet hallways, uneven walkways, or ignored repair requests.
• Store and grocery falls: These may involve spills, slick floors, loose mats, dropped products, or areas that were not checked or cleaned.
• Restaurant and hotel falls: These may involve wet entries, polished floors, food spills, stairways, restrooms, pools, or lobby areas.
• Sidewalk falls: These may involve cracked, raised, uneven, or damaged sidewalks. Public entity deadlines may apply if the City or County may be involved.
• Parking lot and parking garage falls: These may involve oil, water, uneven pavement, poor lighting, broken wheel stops, stairs, ramps, or unsafe walkways.
• Office and commercial building falls: These may involve lobby floors, elevators, stairwells, restrooms, common areas, or building maintenance issues.
• Public property falls: These may involve public buildings, transit areas, parks, sidewalks, or government-controlled property.
• Stairway falls: These may involve broken steps, loose handrails, uneven risers, poor lighting, or missing warnings.
• Escalator and elevator-related falls: These may involve sudden stops, uneven leveling, unsafe maintenance, or building-control issues.

The type of location matters because the responsible party and deadline may be different.

What causes slip and fall accidents in Los Angeles?

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere in Los Angeles, especially in high-traffic areas where people live, work, shop, and commute. Data from the California Department of Public Health shows that falls are the leading cause of deaths and injuries among older adults above 65 years old

Common causes include:

• Wet or Slippery Floors: Spills, leaks, and recently mopped surfaces in grocery stores, restaurants, malls, and hotels often create unnoticeable hazards for visitors.
• Uneven Sidewalks and Walkways: Broken or uneven sidewalks pose a tripping hazard for pedestrians. This is why the Bureau of Engineering launched Safe Sidewalks LA, a commitment project aiming to repair sidewalks in LA, making it more accessible and safer.
• Damaged Stairs or Flooring: Loose carpeting, lifted tiles, broken steps, and worn flooring commonly lead to falls in apartment buildings, office complexes, and commercial spaces.
• Poor lighting: Dim lighting in stairwells, parking garages, alleys, and older structures makes it harder for people to see dangerous conditions, increasing the chances of a fall.
• Cluttered or Obstructed Walkways: Boxes, cords, waste items, debris, and misplaced merchandise in stores, workplaces, walkways, or residential hallways can block walking paths and create sudden tripping hazards.
• Missing or Unstable Handrails: Loose, missing, or poorly secured handrails are common in multi-story apartments, older stairwells, and public facilities, creating serious risks for residents and visitors.

What injuries can a slip and fall cause?

Common slip and fall injuries include:

• Traumatic brain injuries: A fall can cause someone to hit their head on the floor, stairs, curb, shelf, or another hard surface. Symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, confusion, memory problems, nausea, or changes in mood and concentration.
• Spinal cord and back injuries: A hard fall can injure the neck, back, discs, nerves, or spinal cord. Some people develop pain, numbness, weakness, limited movement, or symptoms that require long-term treatment.
• Broken bones and fractures: Falls can cause broken wrists, arms, hips, ankles, shoulders, or ribs, especially when someone lands hard or tries to catch themselves during the fall.
• Soft tissue and joint injuries: Sprains, strains, torn ligaments, knee injuries, shoulder injuries, and muscle damage can cause pain, swelling, stiffness, and difficulty walking, lifting, working, or doing daily activities.
• Internal injuries: A forceful fall can cause internal bleeding or organ damage. These injuries may not be obvious right away and should be checked by a medical provider.
• Cuts, scarring, and visible wounds: A person may be cut by broken flooring, sharp edges, debris, glass, metal, or other unsafe property conditions. Some wounds may leave scarring or require follow-up care.
• Catastrophic injuries: In the most serious cases, a slip and fall can cause injuries that affect a person’s mobility, independence, ability to work, or need for long-term care.

Who may be liable for a slip and fall in Los Angeles?

Liability depends on who controlled the area under CACI No. 1002 and whether that person or business failed to use reasonable care. Because multiple parties may own, manage, lease, or maintain the property, identifying the responsible party often requires a careful review of who controlled the area where the fall occurred. 

Potentially responsible parties may include:

• Property owners responsible for unsafe conditions on their property
• Landlords responsible for common areas, stairways, walkways, or building maintenance
• Tenants or businesses responsible for areas they occupy or control
• Property managers responsible for repairs, inspections, or building operations
• Maintenance companies responsible for cleaning, repair, or inspection work
• Security or facility companies responsible for reporting or addressing hazards
• Public entities responsible for certain public sidewalks, buildings, roads, transit areas, or other public property
• Other parties whose conduct created or contributed to the hazard

What do you need to prove in a slip and fall claim?

A slip and fall claim generally requires showing: 

• Duty of Care: The responsible party owed a duty to act with reasonable care.
• Breach of Duty: The party failed to keep the area reasonably safe.
• Causation: The unsafe condition caused or contributed to the fall.
• Damages: The injured person suffered losses supported by evidence.

For example, a store had a leaking refrigerator that made the floor slippery, and even after one week of this issue, they didn’t fix it (breach of duty of care). A customer slipped while shopping and hit their head hard on the floor, causing a severe concussion. 

The customer can file for damages against the store, if they can show that the business had enough time to find the problem, fix it, or warn customers.

What damages may be available after a Los Angeles slip and fall?

A slip and fall claim may include the financial losses caused by the injury, as well as the human impact of pain, disability, and changes to daily life. The damages available depend on the facts and the evidence.

The first type of damages, economic damages, are those you can claim for the loss of money from the injury. They include:

• Medical Expenses: Includes emergency care, doctor visits, surgery, imaging, medication, rehabilitation, and any ongoing treatment you may need.
• Future Medical Care: Covers long-term medical needs such as physical therapy, follow-up procedures, pain management, or mobility assistance.
• Lost Wages: Reimburses income you missed while recovering from your injuries.
• Reduced Earning Capacity: Applies when your injuries limit your ability to return to your job or earn the same income you once did.
• Out-of-Pocket Expenses: Includes transportation to medical appointments, medical equipment, home modifications, or other injury-related costs.

The second type of damages, non-economic damages, are those you can claim for non-monetary losses that impact you. These include::

• Pain and Suffering: Acknowledges how the physical pain, discomfort, and ongoing challenges caused by your injuries has affected your quality of life.
• Emotional Distress: Covers anxiety, fear, depression, or trauma related to the accident and your recovery.
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Applies when your injuries prevent you from participating in hobbies, activities, or daily routines you once enjoyed.
• Scarring and Disfigurement: Compensates for permanent physical changes that affect confidence, mobility, or overall well-being.
• Loss of Consortium: This applies when your injuries impact your relationship with your spouse or partner.

There is a third type of damages that may be available under California Civil Code § 3294, called punitive damages. 

In rare cases, you can ask for punitive damages in a claim if your evidence shows that the other person acted with willful disregard for safety or extremely reckless misconduct. 

How long do you have to file a slip and fall claim in California?

Under California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1, a lawsuit for injury or death caused by another person’s wrongful act or neglect generally must be filed within two years. Other deadlines may apply depending on the facts. Different rules may apply when:

• The fall happened on public property
• The injured person is a minor
• The claim involves only property damage
• The fall caused death
• A public entity may be involved
• Another statute or procedural rule applies

An injured person should not assume every slip and fall claim allows two full years before action is needed. 

Pitfall Alert: What if the fall happened on a Los Angeles sidewalk?

A sidewalk fall may be different from a fall inside a private store or apartment building. A cracked, raised, uneven, or broken sidewalk may involve the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, another public entity, a private property owner, or more than one party.

If a public entity may be involved, a government claim may need to be filed before a lawsuit can move forward. For many injury claims against a public entity, California Government Code § 911.2 gives a six-month deadline to present the claim.

A common mistake is assuming a sidewalk injury has the same timeline as a private-property fall. For example, someone may trip on a raised sidewalk in Los Angeles, get medical care, and think they have two years to decide what to do. However, if the claim involves the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, or another public entity, the government-claim deadline may be much shorter.

Attorney Insight: A stairway or building-code issue can change the way a fall is reviewed

A Los Angeles slip and fall case is not always only about whether the floor was wet or whether someone should have watched their step.

If the fall happened on stairs, a ramp, a hallway, a parking garage, an apartment walkway, or a hotel common area, the legal review may also need to ask whether the property condition violated a safety rule, building standard, or local requirement.

That can matter because California Evidence Code § 669 allows a failure to use due care to be presumed in certain cases when a statute, ordinance, or regulation was violated and that violation caused the kind of injury the rule was designed to prevent.

In plain English, a broken handrail, unsafe stair height, poor lighting, missing guardrail, or unpermitted alteration may matter in a Los Angeles fall claim if the condition contributed to the injury.

The issue should still be reviewed carefully. A code issue does not automatically prove the whole case. The claim still needs facts connecting the unsafe condition to the fall, the injury, and the party responsible for the property.

Why do you need a slip and fall attorney in Los Angeles?

A slip-and-fall attorney can help identify who controlled the area, what legal duty applied, and how the property owner or insurer may respond.

This can matter when the fall happened in an apartment building, store, sidewalk, hotel, parking garage, office building, or public property.

Opponent Playbook: How insurers and defendants may respond

After a slip and fall, an insurer or property owner may:

• Say the hazard did not exist
• Say the injured person should have seen the hazard
• Claim the fall was caused by the person’s shoes or walking style
• Argue that the business or landlord had no notice of the problem
• Say another company controlled the area
• Blame a tenant, contractor, property manager, or public entity
• Question whether medical treatment was necessary
• Argue that the injuries were preexisting
• Challenge lost income or future care
• Offer an early settlement before the injury is fully understood

A lawyer can respond by reviewing the legal issues, identifying who controlled the property, addressing notice arguments, reviewing insurance coverage, and preparing the claim for litigation when necessary.

The goal is to keep the claim focused on what happened and what California law requires.

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker does this by preserving available evidence, document losses, evaluating claim disputes, communicating with insurers, and preparing the matter for litigation when necessary.

What does the Los Angeles slip and fall claim process look like?

A slip and fall claim usually begins with identifying where the fall happened, who controlled the area, what caused the fall, and what injuries were reported.

Some claims resolve through negotiation. Others require filing a lawsuit.

1. Free consultation and case review

The legal team reviews where the fall happened, what caused it, the injuries, and any urgent deadline issues.

2. Property control review

The claim is reviewed to determine who owned, leased, occupied, managed, maintained, or controlled the area.

3. Hazard and notice review

The legal team reviews whether the unsafe condition existed, who knew or should have known about it, and whether there was a reasonable chance to fix it or warn people.

4. Medical and financial review

Medical bills, missed work, future care, pain, and other losses are reviewed through records.

5. Insurance claim and negotiation

A claim may be presented to the appropriate insurer or responsible party. Negotiation may involve liability, notice, medical treatment, lost income, future care, pain, and other documented losses.

6. Filing a lawsuit when necessary

If the claim cannot be resolved through negotiation, filing a lawsuit may be necessary before the applicable deadline expires.

Los Angeles slip and fall lawsuits may proceed through the Los Angeles County Superior Court system, depending on venue and the facts of the case.

Why are Los Angeles slip and fall claims often more complicated than they first appear?

A fall may sound simple at first: someone slipped or tripped and got hurt. However, the legal case can become more complicated because California law asks who controlled the area, whether the hazard should have been found, and whether the injured person also shares any fault.

Los Angeles can add more layers because of how dense it is and how many things can happen. A fall may happen in a building with an owner, tenant, property manager, and maintenance company. A sidewalk fall may involve a public entity. A parking garage fall may involve a business, property owner, or security company. That is why these claims need careful review.

Legal complexity in Los Angeles slip and fall claims

Los Angeles slip and fall claims may involve:

• Property control disputes
• Notice arguments
• Apartment building maintenance issues
• Store inspection issues
• Sidewalk and public entity claims
• Parking lot and parking garage hazards
• Contractor or maintenance company involvement
• Comparative fault arguments
• Medical causation disputes
• Los Angeles County Superior Court procedures

Litigation readiness: What does it involve?

A litigation-ready slip and fall claim may require:

• Identifying the property owner, tenant, manager, or public entity
• Reviewing who controlled the exact area where the fall happened
• Reviewing whether the hazard was known or should have been known
• Reviewing inspection, repair, or maintenance issues when relevant
• Reviewing medical treatment and future care needs
• Documenting lost income and daily-life impact
• Consulting medical, safety, building, vocational, economic, or other experts when appropriate
• Preparing a lawsuit before the applicable deadline if negotiation does not resolve the dispute

Litigation readiness does not guarantee a particular result.

It means preparing the claim with the legal issues in mind from the beginning.

What records may matter after a slip and fall in Los Angeles? 

The records that matter depend on where the fall happened.

• A fall in an apartment building may involve repair requests, maintenance notes, tenant complaints, or property management records.
• A fall in a store may involve incident reports, cleaning schedules, employee statements, or inspection records.
• A sidewalk fall may involve city or county claim records, location information, photos, and public property issues.

The important point is not to collect every possible record at once, but to identify which records fit the type of fall.

How do you choose the right slip and fall attorney in Los Angeles?

Choose a Los Angeles slip and fall attorney based on experience with premises liability claims, clear communication, fee transparency, and the ability to handle disputed liability without promising a result. 

Does the firm handle your type of fall?

Slip and fall claims can involve different properties, hazards, and legal issues.

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker handles Los Angeles slip and fall claims involving:

• Apartment buildings
• Stores and grocery stores
• Restaurants and hotels
• Sidewalks
• Parking lots and parking garages
• Office buildings
• Public property
• Stairways
• Escalators and elevators
• Serious injury and fatal fall claims

Does the firm understand California premises liability claims?

California premises liability claims may involve property control, reasonable care under CACI No. 1001, notice, comparative fault, and public entity deadlines.

A lawyer familiar with these issues can help review what legal options may be available.

Does the firm have visible experience representing injured clients?

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker reports:

• 50 years serving California
• 100,000+ clients served
• More than $2.2 billion in verdicts and settlements for clients

Past results depend on the specific facts of each case and do not guarantee, warrant, or predict a similar result.

Does the firm explain fees clearly?

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker offers free consultations. Contingency fee arrangements may be available, meaning attorney’s fees may depend on the outcome of the case. The written agreement explains all applicable terms and costs before representation begins.

Is the firm prepared to deal with insurance companies and litigation?

A slip and fall claim may require insurance negotiation, property review, expert analysis, court filing, and litigation preparation. A legal team should be prepared to pursue the claim through the appropriate process when liability, injuries, or damages remain disputed.

What have former clients said about The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker?

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker publishes reviews from former clients who describe their individual experiences with the firm and the claims process.

“They took good care of my case twice!! These guys are good at what they do. Any issues with the doctors are handled with ease. Would absolutely recommend them.” – Juan Molina, Google Review

Disclaimer: Testimonials are voluntary statements from former clients. They are not intended to create expectations about outcomes and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of results.

Case Results That Reflect Slip and Fall Experience

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker reports obtaining more than $2.2 billion in verdicts and settlements for clients across its injury practice. Specific slip and fall results may be featured here after verification and approval for publication. 

• $5.2 million settlement for premises liability and negligent design
• $1.5 million settlement reached shortly before trial – Bicycle-versus-security-guard motor vehicle accident involving multiple lower back surgeries
• $989,805.74 policy-limit settlement in pre-litigation
• $495,000 third-party settlement reached before trial – Case involving a knee injury that required surgery and a temporary stimulator
• $230,000 underinsured motorist settlement totaling $230,000 – Client was involved in multiple motor vehicle collisions after the initial crash. The claim required significant expert work on medical causation and was later resolved after mediation did not settle the case.

Disclaimer: Past results do not guarantee future outcomes; results are based on the specific facts of past cases.

Areas Served in Los Angeles

Our team represents individuals injured in slip and fall accidents throughout Los Angeles and surrounding communities, including:

Central Los Angeles & Core Business Hubs

• Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA)
• Century City
• Mid-Wilshire / Miracle Mile
• Koreatown

Westside & The “Silicon Beach” Corridor

• Beverly Hills
• Santa Monica
• Culver City
• Playa Vista
• Westwood
• Malibu

San Fernando Valley (The Valley) & North County

• Burbank
• Studio City / Sherman Oaks
• Woodland Hills / Warner Center
• Santa Clarita

South Bay & Harbor Area

• Torrance
• El Segundo / LAX Corridor
• Long Beach
• Inglewood
• San Pedro

San Gabriel Valley (SGV) & Northeast

• Pasadena
• Glendale
• Alhambra / Monterey Park
• East Los Angeles (Unincorporated Area Focus)

The firm also represents injured clients in other California communities, including Long Beach, Orange County, Riverside, San Diego, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Jose, Ontario, and West Covina.

What resources may be relevant after a slip and fall in Los Angeles?

Depending on where the fall happened, a slip and fall claim may involve property records, public agency information, medical records, courts, or insurers. 

Los Angeles Legal and Reporting Resources

• City of Los Angeles Claim for Damages: Claims involving the City of Los Angeles
• County of Los Angeles Claims for Damages: Claims involving Los Angeles County
• Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles: Court information if a lawsuit becomes necessary
• California Legislative Information: Official California statutes addressing negligence, filing deadlines, premises liability, and damages. 
• Judicial Council of California Civil Jury Instructions: Premises liability instructions, including basic duty of care and unsafe conditions 

Local Medical Resources

Emergency or follow-up medical care may involve facilities in and around Los Angeles, including:

• Los Angeles General Medical Center – 1200 N State St, Los Angeles, CA 90033
• Dignity Health – California Hospital Medical Center – 1401 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90015
• Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center – 1300 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027
• Cedars-Sinai Medical Center – 8700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
• Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center – 757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Local Courthouses

Personal injury lawsuits in Los Angeles County may involve the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles. Depending on filing location, case type, and court procedures, relevant courthouses may include:

• Stanley Mosk Courthouse – 111 N Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
• Spring Street Courthouse – 312 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
• Santa Monica Courthouse – 1725 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90401
• Van Nuys Courthouse East – 6230 Sylmar Ave, Van Nuys, CA 91401

Los Angeles Office Information

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker — Los Angeles Office
355 S. Grand Avenue, Suite 2450 – PMB #800
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Open 24/7

Disclaimer: The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker does not endorse any public agency, court, medical provider, repair provider, care facility, or other entity referenced on this page. Resources are provided for informational purposes only.

Frequently Asked Questions About Los Angeles Slip and Fall Claims 

What if the business says I should have watched where I was going?

That is a common defense. It does not automatically end the claim. California comparative fault principles may allow a claim even when responsibility is shared, but any recovery may be reduced based on fault.

Does the property owner need to know about the hazard? 

In many cases, yes. A slip and fall claim may depend on whether the property owner, business, landlord, or person in control knew about the unsafe condition, or should have known about it.

This is sometimes called “notice.” In plain English, it means the responsible party had a fair chance to know about the danger before someone got hurt.

If a stair had been broken for weeks and tenants had complained, that may support the claim. If the stair broke for the first time seconds before the fall, the property owner may argue there was no reasonable chance to fix it.

Can you file a claim if you were partly responsible for the fall?

Yes, depending on the facts. California follows comparative fault principles.

This means an injured person may still be able to bring a claim even if the property owner or insurer argues that the person was partly responsible.

The insurer may say:

• You should have seen the hazard
• You were walking too fast
• You were distracted
• Your shoes caused the fall
• The hazard was open and obvious
• Warning signs were posted

That does not automatically end the claim.

The question is how the fall happened and whether the property owner or business also failed to act reasonably.

Can future injury costs be included in a slip and fall claim?

Future costs may be included when they are supported by evidence.

A serious fall may require surgery, physical therapy, injections, medication, mobility equipment, home help, or follow-up treatment after the first medical visit.

What if the business refuses to give an incident report?

A business may not hand over its internal incident report right away. That does not mean the claim is over. You can write down who you spoke with, when you reported the fall, and what they told you. Keep your own notes simple and factual.

A lawyer can help determine whether the report may be requested later through the legal process. If litigation becomes necessary, additional records may become available through the discovery process. 

What if the insurance company calls me before I know how badly I’m hurt?

You do not have to guess or answer about your injuries to an insurance adjuster before you have the full information. Instead, you can ask for the caller’s name, company, claim number, and contact information. You can also ask what they are requesting before giving a recorded statement, which the insurance company may request, according to the California Department of Insurance.

I tripped on a broken sidewalk in Los Angeles. Is that different from falling inside a store?

Yes. A sidewalk injury may involve the City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, another public entity, a private property owner, or more than one party.

That can make the claim different from a fall inside a private store. If a public entity may be involved, California Government Code § 911.2 may require a government claim within six months.

A store or private-property claim may follow a different timeline, but the facts should still be reviewed before assuming which deadline applies.

What if my injury happened on someone else’s property in Los Angeles?

If you were hurt on someone else’s property, ask first whether the owner, tenant, business, or person in control of the area failed to keep it reasonably safe. CACI No. 1001 explains that a person who owns, leases, occupies, or controls property must use reasonable care to keep it reasonably safe.

How much does it cost to speak with a Los Angeles personal injury lawyer?

The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker offers free consultations for individuals seeking information about a possible slip and fall claim. Contingency fee arrangements may be available, meaning attorney’s fees may depend on the outcome of the matter. The written agreement explains applicable terms and costs.

For more answers to your questions, visit our FAQ page.

Talk to a Los Angeles Slip and Fall Lawyer

A slip and fall can lead to medical care, missed work, pain, and uncertainty about who is responsible. 

For 50 years, The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker represents people injured in Los Angeles slip and fall accidents involving unsafe floors, broken stairs, sidewalks, apartment buildings, stores, hotels, restaurants, parking areas, and public property.

What Our Team Can Do

• Review where the fall happened
• Identify who may have controlled the area
• Review whether the hazard should have been fixed or warned about
• Communicate with insurers and responsible parties
• Review medical bills, lost income, pain, and other losses
• Evaluate applicable deadlines
• Prepare the claim for litigation when necessary

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Disclaimer: Past results depend on the specific facts of each case and do not guarantee, warrant, or predict a similar result.

Fee Disclosure: Contingency fee arrangements may be available. Attorney’s fees may depend on the outcome of the matter. All fee terms and any applicable costs are explained in the written representation agreement before representation begins.

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Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own facts.

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