Slip & Fall Accidents

Premises Liability Claims in North Carolina

A "slip and fall" is often brushed off as a minor accident, but the reality is that a sudden fall on a hard surface can result in devastating injuries, including broken hips, spinal damage, and traumatic brain injuries.

In North Carolina, simply falling on someone else’s property does not automatically mean they are financially responsible. To win a premises liability claim, you must prove that the property owner or manager was negligent—meaning they knew (or reasonably should have known) about a dangerous condition and failed to fix it or warn visitors. This requires swift investigation and aggressive legal action.

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Common Causes of Slip & Fall Injuries

Anna M. Parsons represents clients who have been injured at grocery stores, apartment complexes, restaurants, and private properties due to:

• Wet or Slippery Floors: Spills left unattended without proper "wet floor" warning signs.
• Uneven Surfaces: Potholes in parking lots, cracked sidewalks, or torn, bunching carpets.
• Poor Lighting: Dimly lit stairwells or parking garages that hide trip hazards.
• Code Violations: Missing handrails, broken steps, or improper building maintenance.

Why Time is Your Biggest Enemy

Commercial property owners and their corporate insurance providers will immediately try to cover their tracks after a fall. They may quickly clean up the spill, fix the broken stair, or "lose" the security camera footage that captured your accident.

Parsons Law Firm moves quickly to preserve vital evidence before it disappears. We will actively work to secure:

Because North Carolina follows a strict "contributory negligence" rule, insurance adjusters will try to argue that you were at fault for not watching where you were going. We anticipate these tactics and shut them down, fighting to ensure you receive full compensation for your medical expenses and pain.