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Long Island Trip And Fall Lawyer

Long Island Trip and Fall LawyerAt Winkler Kurtz, LLP, we strive for more than just winning a case. Our clients are considered part of the family, and we treat each one with the utmost level of respect and dedication they deserve. When our clients come to us for help, they are facing some of the most challenging times in their lives. We never underestimate the level of pain and suffering each situation can bring. Our exceptional team provides quality services that are unique to each individual’s needs to ensure you are educated and supported throughout the entirety of the legal process. If you’ve been searching for a Long Island Trip and Fall Lawyer, please contact a member of our team by clicking here.

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Case Results

$3.4M RESULT

for a 9-year-old girl who sustained a traumatic brain injury with hemiparesis from a head-on automobile collision.

$3.0M RESULT

for a 48 year old union painter who sustained bilateral shoulder tears and herniated disc requiring discectomy and fusion following a fall from a ladder which broke underneath him.

$2.25M RESULT

for the wrongful death of a university professor and his wife who left one adult son surviving them following a motor vehicle accident.

$2.0M RESULT

for a woman who suffered brain hemorrhages and multiple fractures following a rear-end collision on the Long Island Expressway.

$1.9M RESULT

for a young woman in a medical malpractice action involving the failure to diagnose and treat a ruptured appendix.

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Best Long Island Trip And Fall Lawyer

Slips and falls are much more common accidents than most people realize. These accidents occur most frequently when a person is walking on a wet or uneven surface, such as a recently waxed floor, a loose carpet or floorboard, an unshovelled sidewalk, or unsalted steps.

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If a third party was responsible for the dangerous conditions that caused the slip or fall, there may be grounds for a personal injury case. An experienced slip and fall injury attorney can help you understand your rights.

Falls Among Older Adults

Falls are serious, costly, and unfortunately, prevalent among Americans 65 and older. The CDC estimates that one quarter of adults over the age of 65 falls each year. In fact, 3 million older people are treated for fall injuries in emergency rooms every year, with at least 300,000 hospitalized for hip fractures. Nearly all hip fractures are caused by falling.

For the elderly, fall injuries are among the 20 costliest injuries to treat. Treating fall injuries costs more than $50 billion per year, and the average hospital cost for a fall injury is over $30,000.

Among older adults, one in five falls results in a serious injury such as a broken wrist, arm, ankle, or hip, or even a traumatic head injury. Half of all elderly adults who are hospitalized for hip fractures can no longer live independently after the fracture.

Anyone who wishes to reduce a senior’s risk of falling should:

  • Add railings and grab bars in bathrooms and on stairs
  • Ensure the home is well lit
  • Remove tripping hazards like throw rugs or clutter
  • Repair broken or uneven steps

Because older adults are at significant risk of falling, nursing home staff should carefully monitor and assist elderly residents to prevent falls.

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Falls in the Workplace

Falls are a primary cause of injury in the workplace, with 85% of workers’ compensation claims attributable to employee falls. Slips and falls also account for the majority of absences from work: 22% of slip and fall workplace injuries result in the worker being absent for more than a month.

Construction workers are most at risk for fatal falls from height, such as scaffolding and ladders. Sadly, these falls are 100% preventable when following proper safety procedures.

Falls in Public Spaces

From slippery floors in the supermarket to poor lighting in a parking lot, falling hazards are everywhere. The law requires businesses and homes to maintain their premises so that people can travel safely. This responsibility is known as premises liability.

What to do if You Are Injured in a Fall

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If you are injured due to a slip or fall, your first priority should be taking care of your health and obtaining the appropriate medical care. Then, it is imperative that you collect evidence to support your case. Follow these steps:

  1. Obtain medical treatment
  2. Report the accident to the owner or manager of the premises where you fell, and ask them for a written statement
  3. Document the circumstances surrounding your fall, and collect contact information of any witnesses
  4. Stay calm and do not discuss your fall with the property management, an insurance company, or on social media
  5. Get legal help from an experienced slip and fall attorney

Hire a Long Island Trip and Fall Lawyer

If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident that is due to the negligence of a property owner or manager, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. The knowledgeable and experienced trip and fall accident lawyers at Winkler Kurtz, LLP will help you seek justice. Contact us online or call us today at 631-928-8000 for a complimentary consultation.

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I cannot say enough about Rich and his staff. Everyone was more than accommodating from day one. You are treated like you matter, and not just another case for their firm. Rich offers advice every step of the way to get the most out of your case while still letting YOU choose which options are best. Coming from someone who has dealt with other attorneys, none compare to Mr. Winkler. His knowledge, and attitude are second to none. I would recommend Rich to anyone with an accident case. Believe me, you are in good hands. Thank you Rich and staff. Could not have asked for more!!

- Rob Pearsall

To Whom It May Concern, I’m a union painter and was badly hurt when I was involved in a workplace accident on a job site in Manhattan. I hired Richard Winkler to represent me and they have been great. He and his staff keep me informed and are making sure that I can continue to be able to feed my family and to keep everything going, they are on my side no doubt about it. Needless to say this didn’t go unnoticed to my family. Visiting the office was always a positive experience both welcoming and professional. I would recommend this firm to anyone in need of caring compassionate legal representation.

- Michael Brunner

Winkler Kurtz LLP is an amazingly knowledgeable and professional law firm. The staff is extremely intelligent and personable. With great guidance will support you through each step of your case and treat you with personal attention. Highly recommend this law firm – they go out of their way to make you a winner!

- Elissa Rand

The experience that I got from Richard Winkler was absolutely the best, In the beginning I was hesitant because you hear of bad stories about attorneys, but the turning point for me was when the most amazing, caring, person sat down and explained everything to me Mr. Winkler’s paralegal Dana Randazzo. This team answered all my phone calls handled all my paperwork in a quick manner there were never any surprises and they were on top of everything with the insurance companies and anything else associated to my case I highly recommend this law firm to anyone you will not be disappointed and I just wanted to say thank you for all that you have done for me Mr Winkler!

- Anthony Detorre

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