Your life can change suddenly if you are involved in a slip and fall accident in San Francisco. At Jacoby & Meyers, our lawyers represent slip and fall accident victims as they pursue recovery and seek financial compensation available under the law.
We have been serving clients since 1972. Contact our San Francisco slip and fall attorneys for a free case evaluation if you’ve been injured. We are here to help.
Why Clients Choose Jacoby & Meyers for San Francisco Slip and Fall Claims
- We are dedicated to assisting our clients by providing access to legal and medical systems in California to support their physical and financial recoveries.
- Our San Francisco injury attorneys have more than 52 years of experience. We understand how to navigate California’s premises liability laws and pursue claims against property owners when appropriate.
- We have obtained over $2 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients.* Our attorneys handle negotiations and, when necessary, represent clients in court.
- We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning attorney’s fees are collected only if there is a recovery in the case. We explain all fee arrangements during your consultation.
*Past results depend on the specific facts of each case and do not guarantee a similar outcome.
How a Slip and Fall Lawyer in San Francisco Can Help You
Navigating a slip and fall accident claim in San Francisco is not always easy. If you suffered soft-tissue injuries, for example, these can be difficult to demonstrate to an insurance company, as they may not appear on medical imaging scans. Having an attorney guide you through the legal process can be helpful.
Your lawyer can take steps to establish the required legal elements of your claim. After investigating the slip and fall accident and gathering available evidence, your attorney may file a claim against the property owner or another potentially responsible party.
Your lawyer may then negotiate toward a settlement or, if necessary, present the case in court in San Francisco County. With legal representation, you can focus on your recovery while your attorney handles the legal process.
Common Slip and Fall Accident Locations in San Francisco
A slip or trip accident can happen in many types of locations. Slip and falls may occur while you are visiting places such as Dolores Park, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, the San Francisco Zoo, Aquarium of the Bay, or one of San Francisco’s many shops and establishments.
Slip and falls can occur in many places, including:
- Sidewalks
- Hotels and motels
- Airbnbs
- Swimming pools
- Parking lots
- Malls and shopping centers
- Grocery stores
- Restaurants
- Bars
- Museums
- Offices and workplaces
- Hospitals
- Nursing homes
- Residential properties
If you were injured in a slip and fall, the attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers can evaluate whether you may have a premises liability claim. We handle claims involving commercial and residential properties, as well as public property in the San Francisco Bay Area when permitted by law.
What Are the Laws Surrounding Slip and Fall Accidents?
Property owners in California have a legal obligation to maintain reasonably safe premises under California Civil Code § 1714. This law provides that property owners may be responsible for harm caused by a lack of ordinary care in the management of their properties. If a property owner allows the premises to fall into disrepair due to inadequate maintenance, he or she may be held financially responsible for resulting injuries.
A slip and fall case is a type of premises liability claim. It may allow an injured person to seek compensation for losses such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. To succeed in a slip and fall claim in San Francisco, the injured party must prove the required legal elements.
There must be evidence that the defendant breached the duty of care owed to the victim and that this breach caused the accident. The duty of care depends on the classification of the visitor (invitee, licensee, or trespasser). Invitees, such as customers at a business, are generally owed the highest standard of care.
Why Do Slip and Falls Happen in San Francisco?
A poorly maintained property in San Francisco may contain many slip and fall accident risks. Common conditions include:
- Wet and slippery floors
- Ice and snow
- A lack of warning signs
- Spilled food and drinks
- Uneven floor surfaces
- Cracked sidewalks
- Broken or unsafe stairs
- Missing railings
- Exposed cords
- Loose rugs or carpeting
- Cluttered aisles and walkways
- Inadequate lighting
If there is evidence that the property owner or someone working on the owner’s behalf could have addressed a hazardous condition, you may have grounds to pursue a premises liability claim.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall in San Francisco
- After your accident, seek medical care immediately.
- Document your diagnosis and treatment plan by keeping copies of your medical records.
- Report the accident to the owner of the property or a staff member.
- Take pictures of the property defect or hazard before you leave, if possible.
- When you are ready to explore your legal options, consider speaking with an attorney to understand the claims process.
About Our San Francisco Office
Jacoby & Meyers handles personal injury matters throughout California. We aim to make the legal process as straightforward as possible for our clients. We have 14 law offices conveniently located throughout the State of California. Our local address is:
50 California St Suite 1500,
San Francisco, CA 94111
Injured in a Slip and Fall in San Francisco? Jacoby & Meyers Is Here to Help
A slip and fall accident can result in injuries such as broken bones, hip fractures, head and skull injuries, traumatic brain injuries, back and spine injuries, soft-tissue injuries, and lacerations. In some cases, these accidents may result in death. If you lost a loved one in a slip and fall accident, our San Francisco wrongful death attorneys can review your situation and discuss your legal options.
Contact us at (415) 855-4289 to schedule a consultation. We will listen to your situation and provide information about your potential options at no cost and with no obligation to hire us. Contact us 24/7 to get in touch with a legal team that truly cares. We look forward to speaking with you about your case.