A hard fall on ice, a wet floor, or a broken step can leave you with injuries that take months to heal and a growing pile of bills that won't wait. Our Bronx slip and fall lawyers at Hach & Rose, LLP help people across the borough hold careless landlords, businesses, and public agencies accountable for their negligence.
We offer a free consultation in English or Spanish, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you. Call 212-779-0057, 24/7, to talk with our team.
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What Makes a Slip and Fall Case Strong in the Bronx?
A Bronx slip and fall case requires proof that the property owner created the hazard or knew about it long enough to fix it. Falling on someone else's property does not, by itself, prove negligence, so gathering evidence about the condition is most important.
The evidence that tends to carry the most weight looks like this:
| Evidence | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Photos and measurements of the hazard | Shows how dangerous the condition was before it was repaired |
| Complaints, repair requests, and 311 records | Shows the owner knew about the problem |
| Surveillance video | Shows how long the hazard was there and how the fall happened |
| Weather data | Shows whether an owner had time to clear snow or ice |
| Medical records | Connects your injuries to the fall |
Much of this evidence is in the owner's hands or disappears quickly. Hach & Rose, LLP moves to secure it as soon as you hire us.
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATIONWinter Falls on Bronx Sidewalks and Stoops
Ice and snow cause many of the fall injuries we see each winter, from the steep blocks near Fordham Road to building entrances along the Grand Concourse. Under New York City Administrative Code § 7-210, owners of most buildings are responsible for keeping the sidewalk in front of their property reasonably safe, including the removal of snow and ice.
The Storm-in-Progress Issue
New York courts generally give property owners a reasonable time after a storm ends to clear snow and ice. Owners often argue that a fall happened while the storm was still going, so we gather weather records to show exactly when precipitation stopped.
Owner-Occupied Homes
The sidewalk rule doesn't apply to owner-occupied one-, two-, and three-family homes used only as residences. For those sidewalks, a claim generally runs against the City, which imposes a 90-day notice-of-claim deadline under General Municipal Law § 50-e.
Falls in Bronx Apartment Buildings and NYCHA Developments
Tenants and visitors often fall because of conditions landlords were told about and never fixed. In the Bronx, we regularly see:
- Broken or missing stair treads and handrails.
- Leaks that leave hallways and stairwells wet.
- Burned-out lights in stairwells and lobbies.
- Torn carpeting and loose floor tiles.
When the building is owned by the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the claim is subject to public-agency rules, including the 90-day notice of claim. Our team handles NYCHA negligence claims and knows how to meet those requirements.
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What Is a Bronx Slip and Fall Case Worth?
The value of a Bronx slip and fall case depends on how badly you were hurt and how clearly the owner was at fault. No two cases are the same, but the factors that most often drive value include:
- The type of injury and whether it required surgery.
- How long you were out of work and whether you can return to your trade.
- Future medical needs, such as therapy or joint replacement.
- The strength of the evidence that the owner knew about the hazard.
Insurers rarely account for all of these on their own. We document each one so your claim reflects the full impact of the fall, as we do in every New York slip and fall case.
Why Bronx Residents Choose Hach & Rose, LLP
Insurance companies treat fall cases as easy to deny. We treat them as cases worth real investigation and, if needed, a trial in Bronx County Supreme Court.
What our clients can count on:
- A firm that has represented injured New Yorkers since 2002 and recovered more than $1 billion.
- Trial lawyers who thoroughly prepare every case for a jury.
- Help 24/7, in English or Spanish.
Whether you fell in a supermarket aisle on Fordham Road or on the steps of your own building, call 212-779-0057 for a free case review.
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATIONFAQs About Bronx Slip and Fall Cases
How much time do I have to file a slip and fall claim in the Bronx?
Most Bronx slip and fall lawsuits against private property owners must be filed within three years under the New York statute of limitations, CPLR 214. Claims against the City or NYCHA require a notice of claim within 90 days and a lawsuit within one year and 90 days.
Can I still recover if the hazard was easy to see?
A Bronx slip and fall claim isn't automatically defeated because a hazard was visible, though it can affect how fault is divided. Under New York's comparative fault law, a jury reduces your recovery by your share of fault in a premises case rather than eliminating it.
What injuries are common in slip and fall cases?
Slip and fall accidents in the Bronx commonly lead to broken wrists, hips, and ankles, knee and shoulder injuries, back and neck injuries, and head trauma. Older adults and people who fall on stairs are especially likely to suffer fractures.
Should I see a doctor even if I feel fine after a fall?
Seeing a doctor promptly after a fall creates a medical record that links your injuries to the incident, and some injuries become more painful over the following days. Insurers often use gaps in treatment to argue an injury wasn't serious.
What if I slipped at work in the Bronx?
A worker who slips at a job site in the Bronx may have a claim against a property owner, general contractor, or other third party who controlled the hazard, separate from the employer. Our workplace injury team can review who was responsible for the condition.
Speak With a Bronx Slip and Fall Attorney to Learn More Today
Property owners count on injured people assuming a fall was their own fault. Before you accept that, or before you take a lowball settlement offer, let us look at what really happened.
Call Hach & Rose, LLP at 212-779-0057, any time of day, for a free and confidential review of your Bronx fall.
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