Schuylkill County Slip and Fall Accident Attorney

Have You Suffered Serious Injuries from a Slip & Fall Accident? Call Us

After a fall in a public place, most people have the urge to leave the area as quickly as possible because they are embarrassed or hurt. The last thing on one's mind is a lawsuit, until later when the injury turns out to be serious. If you suffered lasting injury in a slip and fall accident, the property owner may be responsible for your medical bills, lost time from work, and other damages. However, these can be very tough cases, and you will need an experienced Schuylkill County slip and fall attorney to recover full compensation.

If you've been injured in a slip and fall accident, contact our Schuylkill County slip and fall accident lawyer by calling (888) 268-0023 today!

Why Choose Our Trusted Injury Lawyers for Your Slip & Fall Case in Schuylkill County?

At The Law Offices of Anthony Urban, P.C., we handle premises liability cases throughout Schuylkill County, Northumberland County, and surrounding counties of Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania. If you slipped or tripped as a result of dangerous conditions, we offer swift action and skilled representation to assert your rights.

Our Schuylkill County slip and fall accident lawyers have brought successful personal injury claims against owners of apartment buildings and hotels, bars and restaurants, supermarkets, malls and retail stores, parking lots, playgrounds, and other properties. We can also pursue damages against municipalities for slip and fall injuries.

What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

Knowing what to do in the hours and days after a fall can make a real difference in protecting your health and your legal rights. Your first priority should always be your safety, which may mean asking someone nearby to call an ambulance or helping you get to a doctor if you cannot drive yourself. Once your immediate medical needs are addressed, it is helpful to write down what you remember about the conditions, such as weather, lighting, or any warning signs that were or were not posted. Taking these steps can support a future claim handled by a slip and fall lawyer Schuylkill County residents can turn to for guidance.

Medical documentation is not only important for your recovery but also for showing the link between the fall and your injuries. Try to follow through with recommended treatment, attend follow-up appointments, and let your providers know if symptoms get worse or new issues appear. You should also save any receipts, work excuse notes, or correspondence from insurance companies so that we can review them together and get a clear picture of the financial impact on you and your household. If the property owner or an insurance adjuster contacts you, you can politely decline to give a recorded statement until you have had a chance to talk with an attorney about your options.

Common steps you can take to protect your rights after a fall include::

• Seeking prompt care from an emergency room, urgent care center, or your own doctor so your injuries are evaluated and documented early
• Preserving physical evidence such as the shoes or clothing you were wearing, especially if they were soiled, torn, or damaged in the fall
• Collecting contact information for any witnesses who saw what happened or noticed the dangerous condition before or after your accident

Common Causes of Slip & Fall Accidents We Investigate:

• Leaks, spills, or squished food
• Floors slick from mopping or waxing
• Snow and ice
• Tripping hazards
• Broken stairs or railings
• Stairs not built to code
• Poor lighting

Evidence is key to recovering damages in a slipping or tripping accident. Ideally, you should take photographs of the safety hazard, get the name and number of witnesses, report the incident to management or owners promptly, and seek medical attention as soon as possible.

However, our legal team may be able to help if you have suffered serious injuries, regardless of whether you have gathered evidence or not. Our investigators are skilled at recreating the scene even when property owners have taken steps to fix or cover up the dangerous condition.

In many cases, we start by reviewing incident reports, medical records, and any available surveillance footage to understand how the fall occurred and how it has affected your life. When appropriate, we may consult with medical professionals or safety consultants to support your account of what happened and to explain how the dangerous condition violated reasonable safety standards. By taking on the investigation and dealing with the property owner’s insurance company, we allow you to focus on following your treatment plan and recovering from your injuries.

Because premises liability law can be shaped by local ordinances and property standards, it can be helpful to work with a firm that regularly appears in area courts such as the Schuylkill County Court of Common Pleas in Pottsville. Our familiarity with how local judges and insurers approach slip and fall claims in this region helps us anticipate challenges and prepare your case accordingly. We also understand how a fall at a busy location like a supermarket, hotel, or medical facility can disrupt your daily routine, especially if you live or work in Schuylkill County and rely on driving area highways to get to your job or medical appointments.