Slip & Fall Attorney in Atlanta
& Alpharetta, GA

Wet floors, spilled merchandise, uneven flooring, and inadequate lighting in retail stores and supermarkets cause thousands of injuries every year in Georgia. Store owners have a duty to inspect their premises regularly and warn customers of known hazards. We subpoena surveillance footage and maintenance logs to establish the store's knowledge of the dangerous condition.

Cracked pavement, potholes, uneven sidewalks, and inadequate lighting in parking lots and walkways are common causes of serious injuries. Property owners — including commercial landlords and municipalities — have a duty to maintain safe walking surfaces. We identify the responsible party and document the defect before it is repaired.

Landlords and property managers have a duty to maintain common areas — stairwells, hallways, lobbies, and parking areas — in a reasonably safe condition. Broken handrails, inadequate lighting, and defective stairs are common causes of serious injuries. We hold negligent landlords accountable for the injuries caused by their failure to maintain their properties.

Spilled drinks, recently mopped floors, and inadequate lighting in restaurants and bars create dangerous conditions for patrons. Establishments have a duty to warn customers of known hazards and to clean up spills promptly. We investigate the incident, identify witnesses, and preserve evidence before it disappears.

Falls on construction sites and in workplaces can involve third-party liability beyond workers' compensation. If a property owner, general contractor, or equipment manufacturer's negligence contributed to your fall, you may have a claim in addition to workers' compensation benefits. We evaluate all potential sources of recovery.

Falls in nursing homes and healthcare facilities often result from inadequate staffing, failure to implement fall prevention protocols, and improper use of restraints or assistive devices. These cases may involve both negligence and elder abuse claims. We hold facilities accountable for the safety of their most vulnerable residents.

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Seek Medical Attention Immediately

Your health is the priority. Medical records also create a contemporaneous record of your injuries that is critical to your claim.

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Report the Incident

Report the fall to the property owner, manager, or store employee and request a written incident report. Get a copy if possible.

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Document the Scene

Photograph the hazardous condition, your injuries, and the surrounding area before anything is cleaned up or repaired.

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Collect Witness Information

Get the names and contact information of anyone who witnessed the fall or the hazardous condition.

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Preserve Your Clothing & Footwear

Do not wash the clothing or shoes you were wearing. They may be relevant evidence in your case.

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Call Attorney Sherota

Contact us before speaking with the property owner's insurance company. Insurance adjusters are trained to minimize your claim.

How long do I have to file a slip and fall lawsuit in Georgia?

In Georgia, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims — including slip and fall cases — is generally two years from the date of the injury (OCGA § 9-3-33). If you fail to file within this period, you permanently lose the right to recover compensation. However, certain circumstances can shorten this deadline, particularly when the responsible party is a government entity. Contact Attorney Sherota as soon as possible after your injury.

What do I need to prove in a Georgia slip and fall case?

Under Georgia premises liability law (OCGA § 51-3-1), you must prove: (1) the property owner had actual or constructive knowledge of the hazardous condition; (2) you did not have equal knowledge of the hazard; and (3) the hazard caused your injury. The 'constructive knowledge' standard means the hazard existed long enough that the owner should have discovered and corrected it through reasonable inspection.

Does Georgia's comparative negligence law affect my slip and fall claim?

Yes. Georgia follows a modified comparative negligence rule (OCGA § 51-12-33). If you are found to be 50% or more at fault for your own injury, you cannot recover any compensation. If you are less than 50% at fault, your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault. Insurance companies routinely argue that the injured person was at fault for not watching where they were walking. Attorney Sherota anticipates and counters these arguments.

How much is my slip and fall case worth?

The value of a slip and fall case depends on the severity of your injuries, the extent of your medical expenses and lost wages, the degree of the property owner's negligence, and the impact of the injury on your daily life. Cases involving serious injuries such as broken hips, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal injuries can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. Attorney Sherota provides a free case evaluation to give you a realistic assessment of your claim's value.

What if I was partially at fault for my slip and fall?

You may still be able to recover compensation even if you were partially at fault, as long as your fault does not exceed 50%. Georgia's modified comparative negligence rule reduces your recovery by your percentage of fault. For example, if your damages are $100,000 and you are found 20% at fault, you would recover $80,000. Attorney Sherota works to minimize any finding of comparative fault against you.

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