Uneven Sidewalk?
New Jersey property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions. When they fall short of this duty and you get hurt, you shouldn’t have to bear the cost alone. Rubenstein Law’s New Jersey slip and fall attorneys have been fighting for injured clients for over 38 years.
We’re here to help you get the justice you deserve.
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A slip and fall can happen in seconds. The consequences can last a lifetime. Whether you’ve fractured a bone, injured your spine, or suffered a traumatic brain injury, you’re now facing medical bills, missed work, and a recovery that no one planned for.
At Rubenstein Law, our New Jersey slip and fall attorneys don’t just handle your case. We get personally invested in your outcome. We investigate the property, document the hazard, interview witnesses, and pursue the strongest possible outcome on your behalf. Then we fight against insurance companies, defense attorneys, and anyone else who stands between you and the compensation you’re owed.
You pay nothing unless we win.
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The Steps You Take Right Now Can Make or Break Your Case.
Slip and fall cases in New Jersey depend heavily on documentation and timing. The hazard that caused your injury may be repaired within days. What you do immediately after your fall protects your ability to recover.
Your health comes first. Some injuries, including spinal trauma, head injuries, and internal damage, do not reveal themselves right away. Seeing a doctor the same day creates a direct medical record tying your injuries to the fall. Waiting gives insurance companies room to argue the injuries came from somewhere else.
Photograph the broken sidewalk, the ice, the cracked step, the missing handrail, or whatever caused your fall. Capture the surrounding area, any signage, and the exact location. If there are witnesses, get their names and contact information.
If you fell in a building, notify the landlord or property manager in writing. If you fell on a city sidewalk, file a report with the relevant city agency. These reports create an official record that the hazard existed and that you were hurt.
They will call. They will be friendly. They are trying to reduce or eliminate what you are owed. Do not describe your injuries as minor. Do not agree that the hazard was obvious. Let your attorney handle those conversations.
Keep your shoes and clothing from the day of the fall. Save all medical records, receipts, and correspondence. Do not post about your fall or your injuries on social media; anything you share publicly can be used against you.
New Jersey has time limits for filing personal injury claims, and claims against government entities require even faster action. The sooner we get involved, the better your position. The consultation is free and there is no obligation.
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How Much Is My Slip and Fall
Case Worth?
Everyone Wants to Know the Number. Here’s What Goes Into It.
We get it. You are in pain. You may not be able to work. And you need to know whether this is worth pursuing. The honest answer is that slip and fall cases vary widely depending on the severity of your injuries and who is responsible. Here is what we look at when compiling yours:
Emergency care, surgery, physical therapy, follow-up appointments, and any ongoing treatment your injuries require. Every bill and every future cost counts.
The wages you have already missed and the earning potential you may lose if your injuries affect your ability to work long-term.
The physical pain, the anxiety about returning to the place where you were hurt, the disruption to your daily life and your relationships. These are real losses and they have value in your claim.
Any personal belongings damaged in the fall, including phones, glasses, or other items.
If your injuries require long-term treatment or leave you with permanent limitations, your compensation should reflect that reality, not just your current bills.
The property owner’s insurance company may quickly offer you a low settlement amount in hopes that you accept less than you deserve. We make sure that does not happen.
Frequently Asked Questions
In New Jersey, you have two years from the slip and fall to file a lawsuit seeking compensation for your injuries. If you miss this deadline, you may lose your right to cover damages. Claims involving government entities may have much shorter notice requirements, so it is important to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after your accident.
Even if the property owner claims you were at fault for your fall, you may still be able to recover compensation. New Jersey follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which allows you to recover compensation if you were not more than 50% responsible for the accident. Your compensation may be reduced by your percentage of responsibility. Our experienced attorneys can investigate the accident, gather evidence, and help protect your right to recover.
Yes. Rubenstein Law handles slip and fall cases on privately and publicly owned properties. Claims against municipalities and government entities are subject to special rules and strict notice deadlines, so it is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible after your accident. Our experienced lawyers can help determine whether a public entity may be liable and ensure all filing requirements are met.
A pre-existing condition does not disqualify you from recovering compensation. Under New Jersey law, a property owner may be liable for aggravating an existing injury. Our attorneys work with medical experts to document the full extent of how the accident impacted your health.
We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no attorney fees unless we win. You can also speak with an attorney for free. There is no obligation and no cost to get your questions answered.
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A legal team that picks up the phone when you call. Strategy built around your case, not someone else’s. And a firm with the resources and resolve to take your fight all the way to trial if that is what it takes.