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Slip & Fall Lawyer in Minnesota
Helping people injured on unsafe property recover what they need to move forward.
Slip and fall cases often look simple on the surface, but they hinge on details — what the property owner knew, how long the hazard existed, and whether reasonable steps were taken. We help you understand whether you have a claim and what it may be worth.
Legal Help After a Slip & Fall
These cases turn on what the property owner knew and when. Here is how we think about them.
The Reality of a Fall Injury
A fall can cause broken bones, head injuries, and long recovery periods — not every case is minor.
Minnesota Premises Liability
Property owners have a duty to address known hazards. Whether that duty was met is often the central question.
Our Role
We investigate the property, gather evidence, and handle communication with insurers so you can focus on healing.
Common Situations We Handle
Falls happen in many settings — each with its own evidence and legal questions. We work with clients across the range of premises liability claims.
Wet or Slippery Floors
Spills, freshly mopped surfaces, and tracked-in water are common hazards indoors. Whether staff knew and responded reasonably is usually the central issue.
Icy Sidewalks & Parking Lots
Minnesota winters bring real risks in commercial lots and entryways. Snow-removal records and inspection logs often shape these claims.
Poor Lighting or Hidden Hazards
Dim stairwells, unmarked changes in level, and obscured obstacles can make safe movement difficult. These cases often rely on inspection photos and lighting studies.
Uneven Surfaces & Broken Steps
Cracked sidewalks, loose tile, and deteriorating stairs create predictable hazards. Maintenance history and prior complaints are often part of the record.
Grocery & Retail Store Falls
Spills, produce debris, and display spills are recurring issues in retail. Store inspection and cleaning logs are often central evidence.
Apartment & Rental Property Injuries
Tenants can be injured by long-standing defects in common areas and units. Lease terms, prior reports, and landlord response all matter here.
How We Help
A steady, structured approach designed around the specific questions that premises liability claims raise.
Case Evaluation
We begin with a conversation about what happened, where, and when. That helps us understand whether a claim is viable and what it might involve.
Investigation
We document the property, request maintenance and inspection records, and speak with witnesses to build a clear picture of the hazard and the response to it.
Negotiation
We present the medical picture and the property evidence to the insurer, and work toward a resolution that reflects both current losses and future needs.
Litigation
When a fair resolution isn't available, we are prepared to bring the case to court and present it clearly to a judge and jury.
Recent Case Results
View Additional Case Results$625,000
Premises Liability
Recovery for a client injured on an unmaintained commercial walkway.
$310,000
Retail Store Fall
Settlement for a customer injured by a hazard left unattended during business hours.
$485,000
Apartment Stairwell Injury
Compensation for a tenant injured due to a known stairwell defect.
Representative results. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Common Causes of Slip & Fall Injuries
Understanding what caused the fall shapes the legal theory and the parties involved. A few patterns come up again and again.
Weather-Related Hazards
Snow, ice, and tracked-in water create conditions that property owners are expected to address. The question is usually what reasonable response looked like that day.
Inadequate Property Maintenance
Long-standing issues — worn flooring, loose handrails, deteriorating walkways — often point to gaps in routine care. Maintenance records tend to be central evidence.
Defective Stairs or Railings
Broken steps, missing handrails, and uneven risers can make stairs unsafe to use. Building codes and inspection history often come into play.
Poor Lighting
Dim stairwells, parking structures, and exterior walkways make hazards harder to see. Lighting standards for the property type are often worth examining.
Cluttered or Obstructed Walkways
Boxes, cords, and temporary displays placed in walking paths are predictable trip hazards. How long the obstruction was present is often the key question.
Failure to Warn of Known Dangers
When a property owner knows about a hazard, reasonable warning is usually expected. The absence of signs, cones, or closures can be meaningful in these cases.
Understanding Minnesota Premises Liability Law
Duty of Care Owed by Property Owners
Property owners in Minnesota generally owe visitors a duty of reasonable care. That includes addressing known hazards and conducting reasonable inspections for conditions that could cause harm.
Comparative Fault in Premises Cases
Minnesota follows a "modified comparative fault" rule. You may still recover damages as long as your share of fault is not greater than the property owner's. Your total recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Statute of Limitations
Most personal injury claims in Minnesota must be filed within six years of the injury. Claims involving public property can have shorter deadlines, so early review is worthwhile.
Types of Recoverable Damages
Recoverable damages typically include medical expenses, rehabilitation, lost wages, and lost earning capacity, along with non-economic damages such as pain and reduced quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Generally, you need to show that a hazardous condition existed on the property, that the owner knew or should have known about it, and that reasonable steps were not taken to address it. You also need to show that the condition caused your injuries. Each of these elements relies on a different kind of evidence, which is why investigation matters.
If you can, seek medical attention — some fall injuries are not obvious right away. Report the fall to the property owner or manager and ask for a written incident report. Take photos of the location and the hazard if it is safe to do so, and note the names of any witnesses. Avoid giving a recorded statement to an insurer before speaking with an attorney.
Yes, in many situations. Under Minnesota's modified comparative fault rule, you can recover damages as long as your share of fault is not greater than the property owner's. Your total recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Minnesota's general statute of limitations for personal injury is six years from the date of injury. Claims against government entities can have shorter deadlines. Speaking with an attorney early helps clarify which timeline applies.
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means there are no upfront costs and no fees unless we recover on your behalf. Consultations are always free and confidential.
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