Your life can change suddenly if you get involved in a slip and fall accident in San Francisco. At Jacoby & Meyers, our lawyers help slip and fall accident victims heal, recover and rebuild their lives by securing the justice and financial compensation they deserve.
We are committed to the success and well-being of our clients and have been 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 improving our clients’ lives by providing high-quality access to legal and medical systems in California to maximize 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 hold property owners responsible.
- We have achieved over $2 billion in settlements and verdicts for our clients. Our negotiators and litigators are ready to represent you in or out of the courtroom for optimal results.
- We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you won’t owe your slip and fall accident lawyer anything unless you win your case. We work for you.
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 prove to an insurance company, as they do not appear on medical imaging scans. Hiring the right attorney to help you through the legal process can make a world of difference.
Your lawyer will take steps to prove every element of your claim, placing you in the best possible position to make a full financial recovery. After thoroughly investigating your slip and fall accident and collecting evidence of fault, your attorney can file the paperwork to initiate a claim against the property owner or another defendant.
Then, your lawyer can negotiate to achieve a fair settlement or take your case to trial in San Francisco County to pursue maximum compensation. With the right lawyer in your corner during a slip and fall claim, you will have the peace of mind to focus on healing and moving forward while your lawyer fights for your rights.
Common Slip and Fall Accident Locations in San Francisco
A slip or trip accident can happen anywhere, at any time – often when you least expect it. Harmful slip and falls may occur while you are enjoying time at 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
No matter where you slipped and fell, if you suffered an injury, the attorneys at Jacoby & Meyers can help you seek justice. We can file claims against the owners of commercial and residential properties, as well as the city or state government for falls that occur on public property in the San Francisco Bay area.
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 states that property owners are responsible for harm caused to others by their lack of ordinary care or skill in the management of their properties. Under this law, if a property owner allows the premises to fall into a state of disrepair due to inadequate maintenance, he or she can be held financially responsible for injuries caused.
A slip and fall case is known as a premises liability claim, and it could lead to financial compensation for the victim’s various losses, including past and future medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. To win a slip and fall accident claim in San Francisco, the injured party or plaintiff 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 caused the slip and fall accident. The duty of care will depend on the classification of the plaintiff at the time he or she visited the property (invitee, licensee or trespasser). Invitees, such as customers at a business, are owed the highest standards 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 hazards 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 proof that the owner of the property or someone working for the owner, such as an employee at a store, could have done something to prevent your slip and fall accident, you likely have grounds to file 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.
- When you’re ready to pursue compensation by filing an insurance claim, start by contacting an attorney. A lawyer can guide you effectively and efficiently through the legal process.
About Our San Francisco Office
At Jacoby & Meyers, we have significant experience handling San Francisco personal injury cases. We aim to make the legal process as easy 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 cause many significant injuries, including broken bones, hip fractures, head and skull injuries, traumatic brain injuries, back and spine injuries, soft-tissue injuries, and lacerations. At Jacoby & Meyers, we are ready to help if you were diagnosed with any type of injury after a slip and fall accident in San Francisco.
Get help as soon as possible by contacting us at (415) 855-4289. We will listen to your slip and fall accident story and provide personalized legal advice at no cost or obligation to hire us. Contact us 24/7 to get in touch with a legal team that truly cares. We look forward to helping you recover.