NYC Slip and Fall Injuries: The One Issue that Wins or Loses Your Case

You walk past slip and fall hazards in New York City every day, a wet stair, an icy sidewalk, a freshly mopped floor with no warning sign. Most people brush these incidents off as minor. But the injuries can change a life in an instant. In this video, attorney Jonathan Ratchik of Kramer, Dunleavy & Ratchik, PLLC explains how slip and fall cases really work in New York and why the steps you take in the first hours after a fall can make or break a valid claim. What you'll learn: 🔹 Why falling and getting hurt isn't automatically a case 🔹 The NYC sidewalk rule that surprises almost everyone 🔹 The shorter deadlines and tougher rules for falls on city, Housing Authority, or MTA property. 🔹 Why comparative fault doesn't kill your claim 🔹 The exact steps to take after a fall 🔹 What a case is worth, and how contingency fees work The bottom line: Evidence in these cases disappears fast, surveillance footage is erased, spills get cleaned, and witnesses scatter. Timing matters more than most people realize. If you've been injured in a slip and fall in New York City or anywhere in New York State, don't guess, don't wait, and don't assume you don't have a case. 📞 Questions about a fall injury? Reach out for a free consultation. We're always happy to talk you through your situation. Call 212-226-6662 This video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Every case is fact-specific. Viewing this video does not create an attorney-client relationship.