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A slip and fall accident can leave you with serious injuries. You might be unable to work or care for loved ones while dealing with mounting medical expenses. However, you have legal options. Property owners and businesses have a legal duty to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition, free from dangers. If you slip and fall because of a hazardous condition the property owner should have addressed, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses.
Work with an attorney at Cordisco & Saile, LLC. Contact us today for a free case evaluation to discuss a potential lawsuit against the persons responsible for your accident.
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- Why Hire Our Slip and Fall Lawyers in Pennsylvania
- Our Slip and Fall Settlements in Pennsylvania
- What Compensation Can I Recover After a Slip and Fall Injury?
- Common Types of Slip and Fall Incidents
- What Is the Slip and Fall Law in Pennsylvania?
- Determining Liability for a Slip and Fall Accident in Pennsylvania
- Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident? Cordisco & Saile Can Help
- Meet Our Attorneys
Why Hire Our Slip and Fall Lawyers in Pennsylvania
When you are injured in a slip and fall accident, you need a lawyer who will listen to you, understand your pain, and refuse to give up until you get justice. Insurance companies are powerful corporations that fight injured people during their weakest moments. We think of every client as family and will never stop fighting until your voice is heard.
We know you only have one chance to bring your claim, and we will never take it lightly when you choose Cordisco & Saile. We will do whatever it takes to help you get your life back together.
For over 30 years, our award-winning team has fought for injured people throughout Pennsylvania. We have recovered over $100 million for our clients and received numerous awards and recognitions, including the following:
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel Top 1%
- Martindale-Hubbell Preeminent Rating for Ethical Standards and Legal Ability
- Super Lawyers
- National Trial Lawyers Brain Injury Top 25
We are passionate about helping clients get their lives back. While we cannot eliminate all of the pain, we can help you solve many of the problems your injuries are causing and ease the stress of the legal process.
"When people hire Cordisco and Saile, they're expecting the best. They're expecting you to fight for them from the minute they walk in that office into the minute their case is resolved and that's what we do here."
Our Slip and Fall Settlements in Pennsylvania
Insurance companies often settle when they see our clients have turned to us, because they know from our track record that we can win in court.
We recently won a $700,000 settlement for a client in Bucks County who suffered an ankle injury that required extensive surgery. She ultimately developed complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS. The commercial real estate conglomerate that owned the parking lot claimed the CRPS was not caused by the accident. We obtained medical expert witness testimony and proved that the accident caused the injuries.
This case demonstrates the resourcefulness of our team. We get results because we are problem solvers with a large network of resources and a passion for helping our clients. Here are some other examples of our outstanding slip and fall case results in Pennsylvania:
- $800,000 for a client who fell and injured his head and shoulder after being struck by a vehicle
- $750,000 for a Bucks County woman who suffered a spinal fracture and developed foot drop after being knocked down by a dog
- $166,000 for a client who suffered a broken jaw after slipping and falling on an uneven sidewalk at a county library
My case is still ongoing, but I would never consider going to another firm for any future needs. I contacted a few of the “big” firms, and they just were not interested. I guess if it’s not a certain big payoff for them, they don’t want to be bothered. From the start, John Codisco made me feel like he was genuinely interested in my case. I would recommend Cordisco & Saile to anyone who is injured and looking for legal representation.
I had a great experience with Cordisco & Saile. I worked with Kevin Bradway and Joann Gefter. My case was a tricky one, but Kevin and Joann really worked diligently and navigated through every obstacle to get me a settlement that I’m happy with. They are a great team of people, especially intake paralegal Barbara Calderone who also was always a great help to me and someone who I could always depend on. I highly recommend them.
What Compensation Can I Recover After a Slip and Fall Injury?
You can seek compensation for the losses you’ve suffered due to your injury by filing a slip and fall claim. The exact types of compensation available will depend on how the injury has affected your life and how it’s expected to do so in the future. Typically, you can pursue compensation for economic and non-economic damages caused by the accident.
Economic damages cover your monetary losses, such as the following:
- Current and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Lost earning capacity
- Incidental expenses, such as housekeeping and childcare
Non-economic damages cover losses to your quality of life, such as these:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment of activities
- Loss of consortium
The value of your slip and fall claim will depend on the unique details of your case, such as the severity of your injuries, the cost of medical care, available insurance coverage, and the skill of your lawyer. When you turn to Cordisco & Saile, we will carefully weigh all the evidence and try to identify with your pain so we can account for every loss. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Common Types of Slip and Fall Incidents
Property owners must keep premises safe. When they fail, slip and fall accidents can occur from the following hazards:
- Wet or slippery floors
- Cords, cables, and debris in walkways
- Ice and snow
- Poor lighting
- Damaged or uneven sidewalks
- Potholes in parking lots
- Broken stairs or steps
- Insecure or missing railings
- Escalator malfunctions
- Loose carpet or unsecured rugs
- Broken or raised floor tiles
The duty to maintain safe premises applies to owners of all types of property, including commercial property, government sites, and private residences. You may have grounds to sue if you fall and suffer an injury in any of these locations because of the property owner’s negligence. Our compassionate Pennsylvania slip and fall attorneys can investigate your accident and determine whether the owner is liable. Call 215-642-2335 today for a free consultation.
Serving Clients Across Pennsylvania
What Is the Slip and Fall Law in Pennsylvania?
Slip and fall accidents fall under premises liability law. Pennsylvania property owners may be liable for foreseeable injuries or accidents that occur on their premises. The concept is rooted in the duty of care property owners owe individuals who visit their property. In Pennsylvania, slip and fall victims have the legal right to seek compensation if the property owner was negligent.
Pennsylvania has a strict deadline for filing a personal injury lawsuit. You have two years from the incident date to sue a business or private individual. If the defendant is a government entity—for example, if you were hurt on a city sidewalk or an escalator in a government building—you only have six months from the accident date to notify the government of the claim.
The deadlines can be tricky, and lawsuits follow very specific procedures, so it’s important to contact our slip and fall lawyers in Philadelphia and other surrounding areas as soon as possible.
Determining Liability for a Slip and Fall Accident in Pennsylvania
A property owner in Pennsylvania may be liable for your slip and fall injuries if you can prove that all of the following elements were present:
- The owner owed you a duty of care.
- You fell on the property because of a hazardous condition that the owner knew or should have known existed.
- The owner or manager failed to take reasonable steps to protect you from the hazard.
- You were injured because the owner breached the duty of care.
What It Takes To Prove a Property Owner Is Liable
When we take on your slip and fall claim, we will do a deep investigation to evaluate the nature of the hazard, with the following considerations:
- Whether the owner knew about the hazard
- Whether the owner had a reasonable time to become aware of the hazard
- What actions the owner took, if any, to protect you
- Whether the hazard was open and obvious
- The company’s inspection and maintenance schedule
- Whether a reasonable person could have foreseen the danger
- Your purpose for being on the property
The insurance company may say you were a licensee or trespasser to reduce the owner’s duty of care. The owner’s highest duty is to an invitee. An invitee is someone on the property for the purpose the property is open to the public or by invitation for the owner’s benefit.
You don’t have to face these complexities on your own. Our experienced Pennsylvania slip and fall lawyers will handle the entire process, and we will never stop fighting for your future and your family.
Injured in a Slip and Fall Accident? Cordisco & Saile Can Help
If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident in Pennsylvania and need help with your bodily injury claim, the premises liability attorneys at Cordisco & Saile LLC can help. Call us today at 215-642-2335 to set up a free consultation to discuss your case.
Our slip and fall accident attorneys are available to help you at offices around Pennsylvania. Learn more about the Pennsylvania slip and fall lawyers at our locations:
- Bensalem slip and fall attorneys
- Bristol slip and fall lawyers
- Doylestown slip and fall lawyers
- Bethlehem slip and fall attorneys
- Langhorne-Newtown slip and fall attorneys
- Norristown slip and fall attorneys
- Quakertown slip and fall attorneys
- Allentown slip and fall lawyers
- Bucks County slip and fall lawyers
- Philadelphia slip and fall lawyers
We are more than just your attorneys—we’re your neighbors, with lifelong roots in Pennsylvania. We have strong relationships with local judges, lawyers, and medical experts, so we can handle your case efficiently and effectively. We fight so you don’t have to face your injury alone. Call Cordisco & Saile today at 215-642-2335 or contact us online for a free consultation, and give yourself a fighting chance.
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Real Stories. Real Results.
“I was in a serious accident in 2021. My injuries were new however they mimicked some of the injuries I received in a 2017 accident. After treating with 2 doctors, both who stated my injuries were permanent, I was recommended to Cordisco & Saile. My attorney, Steven DeBonis, was wonderful. He listened and guided me through the process. He worked endlessly to ensure I received a proper settlement. I am so grateful for his effort and kindness. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needed someone to fight for them. The staff was friendly, informative and helpful. They are the best legal team around. Thank you for all you have done.”
I had a slip and fall on Saturday, December 21, 2024. I waited a few days before calling Barbara’s firm and when I decided to reach out, I left a message late at night on the 23rd. First thing Christmas Eve day, Barbara calls me to let me know. She received the message and wanted to chat about my fall. She was extremely professional, detailed the process, and what they would look for in terms of backup documentation, but also instilled a sense of safety and security because she was kind, compassionate and empathetic. She gave the distinct impression that my case would be well researched thoroughly but also be done ethically without having me jump through a whole lot of extra hoops. Five stars, would highly recommend.”
“I had a car accident in January 2019. I called Cordisco and Saile. Michael Saile Jr. worked with me along with his associate Steve, and para legal Michele. They treated me with kindness and respect. I had injuries to my neck and spine. I went through months of physical therapy. The person who t- boned my car had no license, registration or insurance, therefore Mr. Saile had to put together a lawsuit against my own insurance company. I had limited tort insurance but Mr. Saile and his people fought to get me the most money that I was entitled to from my insurance company. It took four years due to the pandemic but they kept at it until they reached the maximum. I cannot thank them enough. Everyone in their office worked very hard for me. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone who has had an accident, or any legal work.”
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