PHILADELPHIA SLIP AND FALL LAWYER
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When people are hurt on poorly maintained premises, property owners and others may be legally responsible. Slip and fall victims may be eligible to recover damages covering their medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. Our experienced Philadelphia slip and fall lawyers at Cordisco & Saile LLC will work tirelessly to prove that the property owner failed to keep you safe and owes you fair compensation.
At Cordisco & Saile LLC, we are dedicated to helping personal injury victims in Philadelphia get their lives back as quickly and easily as possible. To do that, you need compensation for your injuries. We will fight relentlessly for the justice you deserve. We’ll handle your case with compassion and conviction and take the outcome personally.
We would love to meet you, answer your questions, and advise you of your legal options after a slip and fall accident. The consultation is always free, and we don’t get paid unless and until we recover money for you. Call 215-642-2335 now for an appointment with a Philadelphia slip and fall lawyer.
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- Our Slip and Fall Attorneys in Philadelphia Are Ready To Fight for You
- How Can I Hold Someone Else Responsible for My Slip and Fall Accident Injuries?
- What Kind of Compensation Am I Eligible for After a Slip and Fall in Philadelphia?
- Types of Slip and Fall Accident Cases We Handle
- How Much Does a Slip and Fall Attorney Cost?
- Contact Us for a Free Case Review of Your Philadelphia Slip and Fall Claim
Our Slip and Fall Attorneys in Philadelphia Are Ready To Fight for You
Slip or trip and fall accident cases aren’t always straightforward. You need a slip and fall lawyer to establish that you were rightfully on the property and that the owner failed to protect you against reasonably foreseeable hazards.
For more than 30 years, we’ve been fighting for victims of negligence in Bucks County, Montgomery County, the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and beyond. Insurance companies know our clients mean business when they turn to our injury attorneys.
Our skilled attorneys have won national recognition from respected legal organizations and stellar reviews from top attorney rating services, including the following:
- Excellent rating from AVVO and an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible, for ethical standards and legal ability
- Super Lawyers Rising Stars
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel Top One Percent
- Attorney and Practice Magazine Top 10 Attorney
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100
You only get one shot to bring your claim, so get it right the first time. When you hire our accomplished Philadelphia slip and fall lawyers, you can focus on healing while we work hard to pursue your rightful compensation.
"When a person walks through our front door and chooses us to fight for them, we do not take that lightly, and we work every day to make their experience easier."
Words From Our Clients
One of the many ways we assist people is by trying to remove as much stress as possible from the legal process. We are honored by client testimonials praising our communication, compassion, and ability to get results.
I have worked with Steve, who belongs to this firm, on multiple cases. He goes above and beyond what the typical personal injury lawyer would do, apart from his expertise and legal knowledge. He is very friendly, compassionate, and caring. I believe that almost any lawyer can handle a case, but it takes a human being who really cares to navigate those affected by injuries through those difficult times; Steven is that person.
How Can I Hold Someone Else Responsible for My Slip and Fall Accident Injuries?
Under Pennsylvania law, property owners and managers must protect others against an unreasonable risk of foreseeable harm. This duty requires removing or repairing hazards they knew or should have known existed as promptly as possible. Until repairs are complete, they must take reasonable steps to protect others from the hazard and warn them against it. If they fail to do these things, they may be liable for resulting injuries through an insurance claim or lawsuit.
Two notable exceptions to these premises liability laws exist.
Trespassers and Uninvited Guests
As the Pennsylvania Supreme Court reiterated in Antonace v. Ferri Contracting Co., property owners do not owe a duty of care to trespassers or uninvited guests. They also may not set up booby traps, intentionally make their property unsafe, or take other actions to injure trespassers on purpose.
However, in Bartleson et al. v. Glen Alden Coal Co., the Pennsylvania Supreme Court held that a property owner could be liable for injuries to a trespassing child if their property contains an attractive nuisance. This includes features such as swimming pools that could attract children onto the property and injure them.
Intoxication or Reckless Behavior
A property owner may not be liable if they can prove that the party injured on their property was either intoxicated or behaving recklessly or inappropriately. In these cases, people may be responsible for their own injuries.
Slip and fall claims can be hard to sort out. You might claim the property owner invited you to the premises as a guest, while the owner alleges you were a trespasser. Often, whoever makes the most convincing argument and offers the best evidence wins a slip and fall accident claim, which is why you need the skilled, tenacious team at Cordisco & Saile LLC. We’ll craft a strong argument in your favor so you can recover fair compensation for the harm you have suffered.
What Kind of Compensation Am I Eligible for After a Slip and Fall in Philadelphia?
Our Philadelphia slip and fall attorneys seek economic and non-economic damages after accidents so clients have a fair chance at full compensation. The damages we will pursue include:
- Medical bills: Medical costs could include hospital bills, doctor visits, rehabilitation, physical therapy, prescription drugs, and medical devices. We seek compensation for both current and expected future medical bills.
- Lost wages and reduced earning capacity: If you miss work while recovering from your slip and fall accident, we pursue your lost wages from the liable party. We also seek compensation if your capacity to earn a future living drops due to your injury.
- Pain and suffering: We build a strong and comprehensive case that you deserve additional, often significant, damages for the pain and suffering you endured. Pain and suffering are subjective, so your lawyer’s experience and skill in telling your story matter.
- Punitive damages: If the responsible party acted intentionally or maliciously or demonstrated a reckless disregard for your safety, we can seek punitive damages, which aim to punish the wrongdoer and deter future misconduct.
The average slip and fall settlement in Philadelphia varies based on the circumstances of the case. Our respected personal injury attorneys have a history of positive case results, including $800,000 recovered for a client on a neighborhood stroll struck by a vehicle backing out of a driveway and $700,000 for a woman injured due to a parking lot pothole.
Slip and Fall Case Highlight
We are passionate about helping people injured by another party’s negligence. In one recent case, we represented a Bucks County woman who stepped in a deep, neglected pothole in a Bensalem shopping center. We pursued compensation against the large commercial real estate conglomerate that owned the shopping center and lot.
Our client rolled her ankle in the pothole and suffered ongoing numbness, swelling, tightness, and debilitating pain. She needed extensive orthopedic surgery on her ankle. She also developed complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS, which traveled to other parts of her body, such as her leg, arm, and hand.
The defense’s medical experts contested that the injury in the parking lot caused her subsequent CRPS or ankle instability. After discovery, the exchange of expert reports, and mediation, we secured a $700,000 settlement.
Types of Slip and Fall Accident Cases We Handle
Slip and fall accidents can lead to serious injuries and other damages, and victims of property owners’ negligence deserve compensation. They can happen anywhere, including grocery stores, other retail establishments, restaurants, hotels, parking lots, public sidewalks, government buildings, workplaces, and more. Our slip and fall lawyers in Philadelphia have experience with all types of accidents.
We handle cases involving the following and more:
- Wet floors
- Uneven or damaged flooring
- Loose rugs or carpets
- Broken or cracked pavement
- Broken escalators and elevators
- Broken steps or handrails
- Poor lighting
- Debris and clutter in walkways
- Ice or snow
Don’t hesitate to contact our nationally recognized team of Philadelphia slip and fall attorneys if you have questions about filing a claim.
How Much Does a Slip and Fall Attorney Cost?
At our Philadelphia slip and fall law firm, we believe that everyone deserves quality legal representation without financial barriers. We handle slip and fall lawsuits on a contingency fee basis, meaning you don’t pay us unless and until we win. We will discuss your contingency agreement in detail before you sign it. Our attorney fee is 35 percent of your recovery if we settle your case before litigation and 40 percent if we take your case to court.
Contact Us for a Free Case Review of Your Philadelphia Slip and Fall Claim
People hurt by the negligent actions or inactions of property owners, managers, and others deserve compensation for their physical, financial, and emotional damages. Our respected Philadelphia slip and fall lawyers are passionate about helping victims and never stop fighting. If you choose to partner with us, we will not take your vote of confidence lightly.
We will support you from day one through the end of your claim, and you owe us nothing unless we win. Call Cordisco & Saile, LLC at 215-642-2335 or complete our contact form for a free case evaluation.
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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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