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[…]","datePublished":"2022-01-11","dateModified":"2026-10-29","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/author\/davidresnick\/#Person","name":"David Resnick","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/author\/davidresnick\/","identifier":12,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/9a3013950d41a44d6b0e6763649a50fe204ed95d3b6159870ec7dc3bb33ff2c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/9a3013950d41a44d6b0e6763649a50fe204ed95d3b6159870ec7dc3bb33ff2c6?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"David Resnick & Associates","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/david-resnick-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/david-resnick-logo.png","width":287,"height":87}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/New-York-Grocery-Store-Slip-and-Fall-Lawyer-768x551-1.webp","url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/New-York-Grocery-Store-Slip-and-Fall-Lawyer-768x551-1.webp","height":551,"width":768},"url":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/common-causes-of-slip-and-falls-in-grocery-stores\/","video":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"VideoObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GvMhW0Su_E4#VideoObject","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=GvMhW0Su_E4","name":"What Should I Do After a Slip and Fall in a NY Store? - David Resnick & Associates, P.C.","description":"\ud83d\udd17 Learn more about store and supermarket slip and fall claims: https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/new-york-city-grocery-store-slip-and-fall-accident-lawyer\/\n\nSlipping and falling inside a grocery store, retail shop, or business in New York can happen instantly, but the actions you take on the scene can make or break your personal injury claim. NYC Injury Attorney David Resnick outlines the exact 4-step protocol you must follow immediately after a fall to protect your legal rights and gather crucial evidence.\n\nWe walk through why it is essential to photograph not just the spill, but its exact source\u2014such as a leaking freezer, a ceiling drip, or a wet trail leading from a dropped bottle 15 feet away. We also explain how to properly collect witness contact details, how to report the accident to store management without signing away your rights, and why demanding an ambulance on the spot prevents store staff from brushing off your injuries.\n\n\ud83d\udcf2 Follow us:\n\u25ba Facebook: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DavidResnickLaw\/\n\u25ba Twitter: https:\/\/twitter.com\/injurylawyernyc\n\u25ba LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nyinjuryattorney\/\n\u25ba Yelp: https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz\/david-resnick-and-associates-pc-new-york-2\n\n\ud83d\udccd David Resnick & Associates, P.C.\n450 7th Ave #409\nNew York, NY 10123\n\ud83d\udcde (212) 279-2000\n\ud83c\udf10 https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/\n\n#StoreSlipAndFall #PersonalInjuryLawyer #NewYorkCityLawyer #SlipAndFall #AccidentAttorney #DavidResnickLaw #NYCLawFirm\n\nFULL VIDEO TRANSCRIPT\n\nDavid Resnick: If you've had a slip and fall accident in a store, it's very simple.\n\nDavid Resnick: Number one: Take pictures of what caused you to fall. But remember, when you get up, see where it came from. Sometimes there could be water on the floor, and you realize the water is coming from a freezer that's broken. Sometimes it's coming directly above you from a ceiling. But sometimes it's coming from a freezer, sometimes it's coming from a refrigerator, sometimes it's coming from a bottle 15 feet down that was dropped and there's a track of water all the way from that bottle all the way to where you fell. Take a picture of where the water was coming from. It's important to document that right there; we'll never be able to document the next day when we go back.\n\nDavid Resnick: The other thing you should do is see if there are any witnesses around. Right away, ask for names and numbers if people are willing to help. Sometimes they are, sometimes they aren't\u2014you have nothing to lose.\n\nDavid Resnick: And finally, report the accident to the store. You shouldn't sign anything, you don't have to sign anything, but you should at least report it. If they're not interested in taking a written report, get the name of the person you reported it to, because that person can end up being a key witness in the case. If you have an incident report done, you should ask for it right away, but don't get upset if they don't give it to you. Very often, they take an incident report, they file it away, and then it's your lawyer's job to get that incident report later on in the case.\n\nDavid Resnick: If you are hurt badly enough, call an ambulance. Make sure they call an ambulance. You have a right to ask for an ambulance if you're on the ground. Don't let them politely escort you out and then close the door and forget about it, because they might try and do that. So if you're injured, have them call an ambulance and seek medical attention right away.\n\nDavid Resnick: My name is David Resnick. If you've been injured in an accident, call me at (212) 279-2000. 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Unfortunately, it happens all too frequently in stores across America, often because companies and their employees fail to take the necessary precautions to keep their shoppers safe.Slip and falls are common occurrences at grocery stores and other businesses. It\u2019s the owner\u2019s responsibility to keep the property in a safe condition for their guests. If their negligence leads to your injuries, you might be able to hold them liable for your medical treatment and other losses with the help of a slip and fall attorney.Whether you fall and get hurt at a bodega, a local chain, or a national retailer like Macy\u2019s, you could file a lawsuit for the dangerous conditions on the property. You should consult an experienced\u00a0NYC slip and fall lawyer\u00a0immediately to determine if you have a case to pursue compensation.Liability for Slip and Fall Accidents in Grocery StoresProperty owners\u00a0are responsible for legal visitors\u2019 injuries in slip-and-fall accidents when their negligence caused the trip and fall. Grocery store owners and managers have the same duty to maintain the premises so it\u2019s free of any hazards that could cause injuries or visitors to fall in the grocery store. State law requires all business owners to provide a safe place for their employees and customers.Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Grocery StoresVarious factors can lead to a fall in a grocery store. The most common causes of slip and falls include:Loose tiles, carpeting, rugs, and other flooring surfacesFaulty electrical equipment, outlets, wiring, and related componentsItems falling off shelvesFreshly mopped floorsFailure to clean up a spill or remove debris from an aisleDefective automatic doors, escalators, or elevatorSpills from leaking freezers, cooler cases, and refrigeratorsInventory blocking the aisles while an employee stocks the shelvesBroken sidewalks and parking lot surfacesCompensation Available from the Grocery StoreYou can pursue compensation from the grocery store owner if you can prove their negligent conduct contributed to the slip-and-fall accident. The compensation you receive should cover the losses you suffered from your injuries, such as:Medical billsDamage to personal propertyEmotional distressLost income and future earningsPain and sufferingLoss of enjoyment of lifeThe monetary value of your case will depend on multiple factors, including the severity of your injury and your total incurred expenses. Your NYC\u00a0grocery store slip and fall lawyer\u00a0will review the available evidence and calculate the amount of money it takes to compensate you for all your losses.Contact David Resnick & Associates, P.C.Since 1998,\u00a0David Resnick & Associates, P.C., has represented clients who were injured throughout the NYC area. We believe in providing accident victims with the personalized service and attention they deserve during one of the most challenging times in their lives. When you hire us, you can trust that we will maintain open and honest communication as we aggressively pursue the compensation you deserve.If you were injured in a fall in a grocery store,\u00a0contact a trip and fall lawyer from David Resnick & Associates, P.C., for your free consultation today."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Common Causes of Slip and Falls in Grocery Stores","item":"https:\/\/www.injuryclaimnyclaw.com\/blog\/common-causes-of-slip-and-falls-in-grocery-stores\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]