Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer
Chicago Slip and Fall Lawyer
Did you suffer injuries in a slip and fall on someone else’s property in Chicago, IL? Unsafe walkways, spills, broken stairs, and other hazards can cause serious — and costly — injuries. If someone else’s negligence caused your fall, you may be entitled to compensation.
At Amana Law, our Chicago slip and fall attorneys fight for injury victims and their families. We help clients pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering — while you focus on healing.
Our legal team, led by attorney Mo Ibrahim, has decades of combined experience standing up to property owners, corporations, and insurance companies when they refuse to take responsibility.
Falls can change your life in an instant. To learn how we can help, contact us to schedule a free consultation. You can also reach us online through our Contact Page.
Why Hire Amana Law After a Slip and Fall?
Slip and fall cases can be challenging. Property owners often deny responsibility, and insurance companies look for reasons to minimize or deny claims.
Having an experienced lawyer on your side levels the playing field.
When you hire Amana Law, we:
- Conduct a thorough investigation into how the fall occurred
- Secure video footage, photos, witness statements, and property records
- Work with medical and safety experts when needed
- Identify all responsible parties and available insurance coverage
- Calculate the full value of your losses — not just what the insurance company wants to pay
- Handle all communication and negotiations with insurers
- Take the case to court when necessary
Our goal is simple: protect your rights, tell your story clearly, and fight for the maximum compensation available.
How Common Are Slip and Fall Accidents?
Slip and fall accidents happen far more often than most people realize. They are a leading cause of serious injuries nationwide — especially among older adults — and frequently result in hospital visits, long-term therapy, and time away from work.
Even when a fall seems “minor,” the injuries can linger or worsen over time. If you were hurt, it’s wise to speak with a lawyer and understand your options before dealing with the insurance company.
How Much Is My Slip and Fall Case Worth?
No two slip and fall cases are identical. The value of your claim depends on how the injury affects your health, finances, and daily life.
Important factors may include:
- The severity of your injuries
- Cost of medical treatment and rehabilitation
- How long your recovery will take
- Whether you miss work or lose earning ability
- Pain, emotional distress, and lifestyle limitations
- Whether any permanent disability or scarring remains
- Strength of the evidence and liability issues
- Available insurance coverage
We take time to understand your situation and document every loss.
Damages Available in a Slip and Fall Claim
Slip and fall victims may be able to recover compensation for both economic and non-economic damages, such as:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Reduced earning capacity
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Home or nursing care when necessary
- Property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish and anxiety
- Reduced quality of life
- Scarring or disfigurement
- Loss of consortium in wrongful death cases
Our job is to ensure insurers don’t undervalue or ignore these losses.
What If I’m Being Blamed for the Fall?
Property owners and insurers often argue that victims caused their own injuries.
Illinois uses a modified comparative negligence rule:
- If you are less than 51% at fault, you may still recover compensation — reduced by your percentage of fault.
- If you are 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover.
Never assume the insurance company is right. Let us review the facts first.
Common Slip and Fall Injuries
Falls can cause injuries ranging from painful sprains to catastrophic trauma. At Amana Law, we regularly represent clients with:
- Broken bones and fractures
- Hip injuries
- Back and neck injuries
- Shoulder and wrist injuries
- Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Facial and dental injuries
- Soft tissue injuries
- Cuts and lacerations
- Paralysis
- Wrongful death
If you lost a loved one because of a dangerous property condition, we can discuss your legal options and help pursue justice.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents usually happen because a property owner failed to maintain safe conditions.
Frequent causes include:
- Wet or slippery floors
- Spills not cleaned promptly
- Uneven flooring or cracked pavement
- Loose rugs or mats
- Missing handrails
- Damaged stairs
- Poor lighting
- Debris and clutter in walkways
- Exposed cords or wiring
- Potholes and broken sidewalks
- Failure to warn about known hazards
If a dangerous condition caused your fall, we’ll work to prove it and hold the responsible party accountable.
Proving Liability in an Illinois Slip and Fall Case
Slip and fall cases fall under premises liability law. Property owners who invite others onto their property must keep it reasonably safe — or warn visitors about non-obvious dangers.
To win compensation, we must show:
- The property owner owed a duty of care
- They breached that duty
- The breach caused your fall
- You suffered damages
The duty owed depends on why you were on the property.
Business Invitees
If you were visiting a store, hotel, restaurant, or other business, you were likely a business invitee. Businesses must:
- Inspect the property regularly
- Fix hazards within a reasonable time
- Provide warnings about unsafe conditions
We work to prove the business knew — or reasonably should have known — about the danger and failed to take proper action.
Licensees
Social guests and visitors on private property are considered licensees. Homeowners must warn guests about hidden dangers they know about — but they generally don’t have a duty to inspect for unknown hazards.
Trespassers
Property owners typically do not owe a duty to protect trespassers, though they may not intentionally cause harm.
How Long Do I Have To File a Slip and Fall Lawsuit?
In most Illinois slip and fall cases, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit.
Missing this deadline can permanently bar your claim — so it’s important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible.
Talk to a Chicago Slip and Fall Lawyer Today
If you were hurt in a slip, trip, or fall on someone else’s property in Chicago, IL, you don’t have to face the insurance company alone. The team at Amana Law is here to investigate, protect your rights, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Schedule your free consultation today — call 708-620-2222.