CHARLOTTE SLIP AND FALL ATTORNEY

Not every tumble leads to a lawsuit, but when your injury stems from someone else’s negligence, you may have a strong case. A valid slip and fall claim usually comes down to proving that a property owner or manager failed to keep their premises reasonably safe, and that failure caused your injury.

Common conditions that can lead to liability include:

• Wet or slippery floors without warning signs
• Broken or uneven steps and flooring
• Poor lighting that hides hazards
• Cluttered walkways or unsecured cords
• Cracked sidewalks or potholes in parking lots

When owners or tenants ignore hazards they knew or should have known existed, they can be held accountable for the harm that follows. Our attorneys thoroughly review inspection logs, maintenance records, and witness statements to uncover evidence of negligence and pursue the compensation you deserve for your medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.

Your safety and documentation matter most.

• Get medical attention immediately, even if you think you’re fine.
• Report the incident to the manager, landlord, or property owner and ask for a copy of the incident report.
• Photograph the hazard, the surrounding area, footwear, lighting, and any warning signs, or lack thereof.
• Collect contact information for witnesses and employees.
• Save all medical records, receipts, and damaged clothing.

Then contact Morgan & Morgan. We can send preservation letters to secure surveillance footage and inspection logs before they are destroyed or lost. The sooner we act, the stronger your case will be.

Falls that occur on the job may qualify for workers’ compensation, but that’s not always the end of the story. You may also have a third-party claim against a negligent property owner, contractor, or maintenance company.

Our attorneys coordinate both claims to ensure you receive full benefits while preserving your right to pursue additional compensation through a personal injury case.

Property owners often argue that weather-related or visible hazards were “open and obvious,” meaning they shouldn’t be liable. However, North Carolina law requires property owners to take reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable dangers, such as salting icy sidewalks, mopping wet entryways, or placing mats during storms.

Even if you saw the hazard, you may still have a claim if the danger was unavoidable or improperly managed. We use expert testimony and maintenance policies to challenge these common defenses.

North Carolina is one of the few states that follows the pure contributory negligence rule. This means if you’re found even slightly at fault, sometimes as little as 1%, you may be barred from recovering damages.

Insurance companies are well aware of this rule and often use it to deny valid claims. That’s why having a Morgan & Morgan attorney matters. We gather evidence, interview witnesses, and reconstruct the scene to prove the property owner’s negligence, not yours.

All premises liability claims in North Carolina must be filed within a legally defined time limit known as the statute of limitations. This window typically begins on the date of your injury, but exceptions can apply in certain circumstances.

Because these deadlines are strict, it’s important to contact a lawyer as soon as possible. Acting quickly helps preserve evidence and ensure your right to pursue compensation doesn’t expire.

Successful cases rely on detailed, timely documentation. Useful evidence includes:

• Photos or videos of the hazard and the surrounding area
• Witness statements
• Maintenance and inspection logs
• Medical records linking your injury to the fall
• Surveillance footage (we can issue preservation requests)

We handle evidence collection from start to finish, so you can focus on recovery while we build your case.

Sometimes warning signs aren’t enough. If the area remains unsafe despite being marked, such as a wet floor left uncleaned for hours, the property owner may still be liable.

We analyze the timing, placement, and adequacy of warnings, utilizing expert analysis and store policy records to demonstrate when a warning fails to meet safety standards.

Liability depends on who controls and maintains the area in question.

• Sidewalks or parking lots: May fall under a city, landlord, or commercial property’s responsibility.
• Apartment complexes: Landlords are typically responsible for common areas such as stairwells, hallways, and exterior walkways.
• Businesses: Store owners and tenants must maintain a safe environment for customers or clearly warn them of any hazards.

We identify every responsible party, including owners, tenants, and maintenance vendors, to ensure no liable party escapes accountability.

Our Charlotte slip and fall lawyers fight for every dollar you’re owed, including:

• Medical expenses (hospital visits, physical therapy, surgery, medications)
• Lost wages and reduced earning potential
• Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
• Scarring, disfigurement, or permanent impairment
• Out-of-pocket expenses, such as transportation or home modifications

We calculate both current and future losses, often working with economists and medical experts to present the full scope of your damages.

Ignorance doesn’t excuse negligence. Property owners have a duty to inspect their premises and correct hazards they should have reasonably discovered.

We prove negligence by showing how long the danger existed, how often inspections were conducted, and what safety protocols were ignored.

When a property owner’s negligence upends your life, you deserve a team with the power to fight back. At Morgan & Morgan, our Charlotte attorneys combine national resources with local knowledge to level the playing field against corporations, insurance carriers, and landlords.

We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing up front and incur no out-of-pocket expenses unless we win. Our team investigates every detail, negotiates from a position of strength, and is always ready to take your case to trial if that’s what it takes.

Slip and fall injuries can change your life in an instant, but with Morgan & Morgan, you won’t have to face the aftermath alone. Fill out a free, no-obligation case evaluation today to learn how our Charlotte team can help you recover physically, financially, and emotionally.