Long Beach Slip and Fall Accident Attorney

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. In a moment of someone else’s negligence, a person can suffer broken bones, spinal injuries, or a traumatic brain injury that requires months of medical care and sidelines them from work and daily life. 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.

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, supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, retail stores, and entertainment venues, 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. When they fail in this obligation and a customer is hurt, the business may be held liable for all resulting damages.

A successful premises liability claim requires proving four key elements: the defendant owned, leased, occupied, or controlled the property; the defendant was negligent in the use or maintenance of the property; the dangerous condition caused your injury; and you suffered actual harm as a result. California also requires the plaintiff to show the property owner knew or should have known about the hazardous condition, known as actual or constructive notice. Our attorneys investigate each of these elements thoroughly, gathering surveillance footage, maintenance logs, incident reports, and witness statements to build the strongest possible case.

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Injuries in Long Beach Businesses

Dangerous conditions that lead to serious falls appear across all types of commercial properties, and Long Beach’s mix of retail, hospitality, and entertainment venues presents no shortage of potential hazards. The most common causes we see in slip, trip, and fall cases include:

• Wet or slippery floors: spills left unaddressed in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotel lobbies are among the most frequent culprits
• Uneven or damaged flooring: cracked tiles, raised thresholds, torn carpeting, and uneven transition strips can trip even careful visitors
• Inadequate lighting: poorly lit stairwells, parking garages, and interior corridors make it difficult to see hazards in time to avoid them
• Cluttered walkways: merchandise, equipment, or debris left in aisles or corridors creates trip hazards for customers and guests
• Missing or broken handrails: stairways lacking secure railings create an additional fall risk at elevation

When any of these conditions exists and the property owner failed to correct it or warn visitors in a timely manner, liability is established and compensation is available.

What You Can Recover After a Slip and Fall

A serious fall can leave victims with injuries that require immediate emergency treatment and long-term medical care. Brain injuries are a common result of falls, particularly when a victim strikes their head on a hard floor or surface during the fall. Spinal injuries, hip fractures, shoulder tears, and broken wrists are also frequently seen in slip and fall cases. 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, and to document the condition that caused your fall before it is repaired.

Why Choose Setareh Law for Your Long Beach Slip and Fall Case

At Setareh Law, we put clients first. 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 from clients who trusted us during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

To learn more about our attorneys and our approach to slip and fall cases, 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.

Client Reviews

★★★★★ “Setareh law was very helpful and I’m really happy with the outcome. Made things really easy for me and would answer all the questions I had.” Jesusita Valencia, 2025.02.26

★★★★★ “This lawyer has a thorough knowledge of the law and defended my case with determination. I highly recommend this law firm” Veronica, 2025.02.27

★★★★★ “Was recommended by a friend and was not disappointed. Alexandra looked at my case and answer any questions I had. She was very patient with me and answer my calls whenever I had any concerns. She always kept me updated on my case.” Laura Ramirez, 2025.02.27

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★★★★★ “Huge thank you to Setareh Law for helping me navigate and recover from this awful and stressful situation. Process couldn’t have been any easier with Daniel Setareh and the team’s extensive knowledge and experience dealing with these types of injury claims. All thoughts and concerns were comfortably heard and effectively addressed through consistent communication – very pleased to place trust in him and the team for producing results. Received prompt treatment by qualified professionals with no out of pocket costs and am physically stronger in my recovery. Thank you so much again!” Tracey K, 2024.04.23

Meet Daniel Setareh

Daniel Setareh is a California personal injury attorney and founder of Setareh Law, APLC Personal Injury & Accident Lawyers, a firm that has recovered over $400 million for injury victims across the state. He earned his J.D. from Southwestern School of Law and has been recognized for his dedication to clients through over 100 five-star reviews on Avvo, the Avvo Client’s Choice Award for six consecutive years, and the 2026 Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Platinum Award, one of the legal industry’s most prestigious client service distinctions.