What should you do if you get hurt falling on a sidewalk?
If you fall on a damaged sidewalk and get hurt, call a personal injury attorney immediately. Sidewalk cases can carry a six-month statute of limitations, which is far shorter than many people assume. Waiting too long could cost you the chance to pursue compensation at all.
At LA Injury Attorneys, sidewalk falls are among the injuries we take and pursue. They are easy to underestimate, both in how badly they can hurt you and in how little time you may have to act.
How can an ordinary sidewalk cause a serious injury?
Injuries don’t only happen in dramatic crashes. Some happen on an everyday walk.
Picture a sidewalk you walk down without a second thought. The pavement is cracked, raised, or broken in places. If you weren’t paying attention and fell on something like that, you could be severely hurt.
That is how many sidewalk injuries occur. Someone is going about their day, looking ahead instead of down, and one uneven section of concrete is all it takes. An accident can happen at any time, big or small.
Why do these falls get overlooked?
Because sidewalks feel so ordinary, people often brush off a fall as their own clumsiness. They may not think of it as a legal matter at all, especially in the first days after the injury. That hesitation can be costly when the clock is already running.
Why is the deadline so important in sidewalk cases?
Timing is the single biggest reason to call right away. We’ve seen how short the window can be: there’s a six-month statute of limitations on these sidewalk cases.
Six months can pass quickly when you are recovering from an injury, going to medical appointments, and trying to get back to normal life. If you wait until you feel better to look into your options, you may find that much of that time is already gone.
So our message is simple: got to be careful, and please call us immediately. The sooner we hear from you, the more time our team has to look at what happened and work on your claim.
Because deadlines like this depend on the specific facts of each case, the best way to know where you stand is to speak with an attorney as soon as possible after the fall.
What kinds of slip and fall cases does LA Injury Attorneys handle?
Sidewalk falls fall under our Slip and falls practice. These are cases where a hazard underfoot causes someone to lose their footing and get hurt.
We represent accident victims and injured individuals in Los Angeles and throughout California, including Burbank, North Hollywood, and El Segundo. Along with slip and falls, our team handles a range of personal injury matters, including:
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Auto Accidents
- Ride Share Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Bus accident cases
- e-bike injury and e-scooter cases
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Wrongful Death
- Workers Comp
If you are not sure whether your fall qualifies, that is exactly what a consultation is for.
How can our firm help after a sidewalk fall?
When you call us after a sidewalk injury, you get to discuss your claim in detail with a skilled and compassionate attorney. Here is what you can expect from our firm:
- A free consultation. There is no charge to talk with us about what happened.
- No fees unless we win. You don’t pay us unless we recover compensation for you.
- Insurance-industry insight. Our founder is a former insurance adjuster, and we use that insurance-industry experience to negotiate with insurers, build claims, and seek maximum settlements or verdicts.
- Availability when you need it. We are available 24/7 to answer your questions and provide peace of mind during this difficult time.
We’re consistently rated one of the best personal injury law firms in California, and we take sidewalk injury cases seriously because we know how much they can disrupt someone’s life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to file a sidewalk injury claim?
Sidewalk injury cases can carry a six-month statute of limitations, which is far less time than many people expect. Because that window is so short, LA Injury Attorneys urges anyone hurt in a sidewalk fall to call immediately. Waiting even a few weeks can eat into the time available to build and present a claim.
Can a crack in the sidewalk really cause a serious injury?
Yes. A fall on a cracked, raised, or broken section of sidewalk can leave someone severely hurt, especially if they were not watching their step at that moment. Accidents happen at any time, big or small. LA Injury Attorneys takes on and pursues these sidewalk injury cases for people across Los Angeles and California.
Does LA Injury Attorneys handle slip and fall cases?
Yes. Slip and falls, including sidewalk falls, are among the personal injury cases LA Injury Attorneys pursues for clients in Los Angeles, Burbank, North Hollywood, El Segundo, and throughout California. The firm offers a free consultation and works with no fees unless they win, so an injured person can discuss their claim in detail without upfront cost.
What does it cost to talk to a lawyer about a sidewalk fall?
Talking to LA Injury Attorneys about a sidewalk fall costs nothing. The firm offers a free consultation where you can discuss your claim in detail with a skilled and compassionate attorney, and it charges no fees unless it wins your case. The team is available 24/7 to answer questions and provide peace of mind during a difficult time.
Hurt in a Sidewalk Fall? Don’t Wait.
With a deadline that may be as short as six months, every week matters. Let our team review what happened and explain your options. Schedule A Free Consultation with LA Injury Attorneys today.
Disclaimer: This article is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice. Every personal injury case is unique, and the laws that apply may vary depending on the specific facts. Reading this article does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you have questions about your legal rights or deadlines, consult a qualified California attorney regarding your particular situation.