Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer in Long Beach
A wet floor in a grocery store, a loose mat at a restaurant entrance, a poorly lit stairwell in a hotel — these are the kinds of hazards that cause serious fall injuries every day in Long Beach and across California. When a business or property owner failed to keep their premises safe and you paid the price, you have the right to pursue full compensation. Setareh Law has recovered over $250 million for injured Californians and brings 60+ years of combined experience to slip and fall and premises liability cases throughout the state. Our attorneys fight hard for clients in Long Beach and surrounding communities, and we know exactly what it takes to prove a property owner’s negligence and build a claim that reflects the true cost of your injuries. We handle every case on a contingency fee basis.
The Scope of Fall Injuries in California
Falls are far more serious and far more common than many people realize. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, unintentional falls are the leading cause of nonfatal injuries in the United States, with millions of emergency department visits recorded each year. In a city as active and commercially dense as Long Beach, home to one of the busiest ports in the nation, dozens of shopping centers, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues, the potential for dangerous property conditions is significant. When a business or property manager fails to address known hazards in a timely manner, they can be held liable under California’s premises liability laws.
How California Law Applies to Slip and Fall Cases
California Civil Code Section 1714 establishes that property owners and occupiers owe a duty of reasonable care to anyone lawfully on their property. For commercial businesses, this duty is particularly demanding. Owners and their staff must conduct regular inspections, address dangerous conditions promptly, and warn visitors of hazards that cannot be immediately corrected. A successful premises liability claim requires proving that the defendant owned or controlled the property; that the defendant was negligent in the use or maintenance of the property; that the dangerous condition caused your injury; and that you suffered actual harm as a result. California also requires showing the property owner knew or should have known about the hazardous condition. Our attorneys investigate each of these elements thoroughly, gathering surveillance footage, maintenance logs, incident reports, and witness statements.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Injuries in Long Beach Businesses
The most common causes we see in slip and fall cases include wet or slippery floors from spills left unaddressed in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotel lobbies; uneven or damaged flooring such as cracked tiles, raised thresholds, or torn carpeting; inadequate lighting in poorly lit stairwells, parking garages, and interior corridors; cluttered walkways with merchandise, equipment, or debris left in aisles; and missing or broken handrails on stairways.
What You Can Recover After a Slip and Fall
California law allows victims to recover the full spectrum of economic and non-economic damages, including all past and future medical expenses, lost wages, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. In the most tragic cases where a fall results in a fatality, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim against the responsible property owner. The sooner you retain legal representation, the better positioned your attorney is to preserve critical evidence, including surveillance footage, which businesses routinely delete on short cycles.
Why Choose Setareh Law for Your Long Beach Slip and Fall Case
At Setareh Law, we handle every case on a contingency fee basis, which means no upfront costs and no attorney fees unless we recover compensation on your behalf. Our attorneys take time to understand each client’s situation personally, offering one-on-one consultations and around-the-clock availability throughout the case. We serve Long Beach and all of the surrounding Los Angeles and Orange County communities, offer bilingual services in Spanish and English, and have earned over 400 five-star Google reviews. To learn more, visit our firm profile, or contact us today for a free consultation. Setareh Law is ready to hold negligent property owners accountable and pursue every dollar you deserve.
