Premises Liability
Trip and Fall
Uneven sidewalks, broken stairs, and hazardous walkway conditions.
Trip and fall accidents are caused by uneven surfaces, broken sidewalks, loose carpeting, exposed cords, and other tripping hazards. Unlike slip and fall cases (which involve slippery surfaces), trip and fall cases involve physical obstructions or surface defects that catch a person's foot.
California cities and property owners are responsible for maintaining safe walkways. Claims against public entities have strict and short filing deadlines under the California Tort Claims Act — sometimes as little as six months. Our attorneys act quickly to preserve your rights.
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Cities We Serve — Trip and Fall
We represent trip and fall victims across California. Select your city to learn about local factors that contribute to these types of accidents.
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County
Los Angeles has thousands of miles of sidewalks, many of which are in disrepair. The city has faced significant litigation over its sidewalk maintenance program, and tree root damage, concrete upheaval, and uneven surfaces create tripping hazards throughout the city.
Glendale, CA
Los Angeles County
Glendale's mix of historic and modern development creates uneven walkway conditions in some areas, particularly in older neighborhoods where sidewalk maintenance has lagged. The city's hills also contribute to drainage issues that can undermine sidewalk surfaces.
Torrance, CA
Los Angeles County
Torrance has a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas where walkway conditions vary significantly. The city's older commercial corridors and residential neighborhoods can have uneven sidewalks, broken curbs, and deteriorating stairs that create tripping hazards.
