Slip and Fall Lawyer in Beverly Hills

How Our Beverly Hills Slip and Fall Lawyers Can Help

Most slip-and-fall cases move through the same practical steps. We review what happened, request the incident report and any prior complaints about the hazard, and preserve photos, camera footage, and maintenance records before they disappear.

Liability for a fall can reach beyond the owner. Depending on the facts, a business tenant that controls the floor, a property management company that ignored a known hazard, or a public entity responsible for a sidewalk may share responsibility. Because these are premises liability claims, we investigate every party that had control over the dangerous condition.

You do not need to understand the full legal process before calling. A lawyer can review what happened, explain your options, and handle the property owner’s insurance company for you.

A slip-and-fall lawyer can protect your claim while you focus on medical care and recovery.

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Beverly Hills

Slip-and-fall accidents in and around Beverly Hills happen for predictable but preventable reasons. Retail boutiques, hotels, restaurants, and private estates pack into a small footprint, and the cause of a fall often shapes who can be held responsible.

Wet, Freshly Mopped, and Spilled-On Floors

A wet floor with no warning sign is one of the most common causes of a fall. Cleaning crews, leaks, tracked-in rain, and spilled drinks all leave polished tile and marble dangerously slick.

Uneven Sidewalks, Curb Lips, and Walkways

Cracked or uneven sidewalks, raised curb lips, and abrupt changes in floor level along Wilshire, Santa Monica Boulevard, and Rodeo Drive can catch a foot and cause a serious fall.

Poorly Lit Stairwells and Parking Garages

Burned-out bulbs and dim valet stairs at hotels and underground parking garages hide steps, edges, and spills that a properly lit walkway would reveal.

Slick Marble and Tile Lobbies

Marble and tile lobbies look elegant but turn slick after rain, mopping, or spilled drinks — especially when the owner skips slip-resistant treatment or mats.

Grease Tracks From Kitchens to Dining Floors

Grease and water tracked from a restaurant kitchen onto the dining-room floor create an invisible hazard that maintenance logs can later help expose.

Loose Rugs, Torn Carpet, and Floor-Level Changes

Unsecured rugs, torn carpet, and single-step level changes in shops and offices are easy to trip over and easy for an owner to fix — when they bother to.

Pool Decks Without Slip-Resistant Surfaces

Private estate and hotel pool decks without slip-resistant surfaces become dangerous the moment they are wet, especially near steps and ladders.

Spills Left in Aisles, Buffets, and Break Rooms

Spills left unattended in grocery aisles, hotel buffets, and break rooms are classic hazards, and store inspection records often show how long the danger sat there.

Missing or Broken Handrails

A missing, loose, or broken handrail turns an ordinary staircase into a fall risk and can point directly to the owner’s failure to maintain the property.

Failure to Warn or Block Off a Known Hazard

When an owner knows about a hazard but fails to warn, cordon it off, or repair it, that failure to act is often the heart of a strong premises liability claim.

Not sure who was at fault or how to deal with the insurance company? A free consultation can help you understand your options before you give a statement or accept an offer.

Common Serious Injuries After a Slip and Fall

Falls can cause injuries that are obvious right away and injuries that quietly worsen over the following days. Even a fall that feels minor at first can lead to a concussion or internal injury, which is why prompt medical care matters.

• Traumatic brain injuries and concussions
• Hip fractures and broken bones
• Wrist, arm, and shoulder fractures
• Spinal cord injuries and herniated discs
• Neck, back, and soft-tissue injuries
• Knee and ankle injuries
• Lacerations and permanent scarring
• Internal injuries
• Chronic pain and reduced mobility
• Wrongful death of a loved one

Photos of the hazard, witness information, medical records, and incident reports can become important evidence after a fall.

What to Do After a Slip and Fall in Beverly Hills

The steps you take in the first hours after a fall can affect your health, your claim, and your ability to recover full compensation.

What Evidence Can Help Prove a Slip and Fall Claim?

A strong slip-and-fall claim is built on records that show a hazard existed, that the owner knew or should have known about it, and how badly you were hurt. Helpful evidence may include:

• Surveillance and security-camera footage
• The written incident or accident report
• Photos and videos of the hazard and the scene
• Cleaning, inspection, and maintenance logs
• Records of prior falls or complaints at the property
• Witness statements
• Medical and ambulance records
• The footwear and clothing you were wearing
• Weather and lighting conditions at the time

What Compensation Can You Recover After a Slip and Fall?

The value of a slip-and-fall claim depends on the severity of your injuries, the treatment you need, the income you lost, and the lasting impact on your life. Cases involving surgery, a fracture, or a brain injury generally recover more than minor soft-tissue claims.

Compensation may include:

• Medical bills and future medical care
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
• Assistive devices and home modifications
• Pain, suffering, and emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Punitive damages in rare cases of egregious conduct
• Wrongful death damages where a fall is fatal

Compensation may include medical expenses, lost income, property damage, and pain and suffering.

Should You Talk to the Insurance Company?

Insurance adjusters may seem helpful, but their job is to protect the property owner’s insurer, not you. A recorded statement or a quick early offer can quietly undercut a claim that is worth far more.

Before speaking in detail with the property owner’s insurance company, consider talking with a lawyer so you understand your rights.

Adjusters often call early, before you know how serious your injuries are. A short conversation with a lawyer first can keep an offhand comment from hurting your claim.

What If You Were Partly at Fault?

California follows a pure comparative negligence rule, so you can generally recover compensation even if you were partly responsible for the fall — your recovery is simply reduced by your share of fault. Under Li v. Yellow Cab Co. (1975) 13 Cal.3d 804, being partly at fault does not bar recovery.

That makes evidence important. The insurer may argue you were distracted, ignored a warning, or wore unsafe shoes to cut its payout. Surveillance footage, witness statements, and the incident report help keep the focus on the hazard the owner failed to fix.

How Long Do You Have to File a Slip and Fall Claim in California?

In most California slip-and-fall cases, the deadline is two years from the date of the injury under Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1. Claims against a government entity — such as a fall on a public sidewalk — require a written government claim within six months under Government Code section 911.2.

Because deadlines can change depending on the facts, speak with a lawyer as soon as possible after a fall.

How Much Does a Beverly Hills Slip and Fall Lawyer Cost?

Etehad Law offers free consultations and handles slip-and-fall cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no upfront costs and no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

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Why Injured Clients Trust Etehad Law

For more than 25 years, Etehad Law has stood beside injured people in Beverly Hills and across Los Angeles — in slip-and-fall, premises liability, and other serious injury cases — with a client-first approach and no fee unless we win.

More than a quarter-century representing injured people in Beverly Hills and across Los Angeles.

Thousands of personal injury matters closed, including slip-and-fall and premises liability claims.

Free consultation and contingency-fee representation — you pay nothing unless we recover for you.

Every case is different, and past experience does not guarantee a particular outcome.

Meet Your Beverly Hills Slip and Fall Legal Team

Simon P. Etehad

Founder & Lead Attorney, Etehad Law

Simon P. Etehad founded Etehad Law and has spent more than 25 years helping injured people in Beverly Hills and across Los Angeles. The firm has closed over 2,000 cases, including slip-and-fall and premises liability matters, and works to document each client’s injuries, deal with the insurance companies, and pursue the compensation available under California law.

Our attorneys and staff work as a team on every slip-and-fall matter, keeping clients informed from the first call through resolution.

• Experience: 25+ years · 2,000+ cases closed
• Recognition: Super Lawyers · FIDF Western Region President
• Verified profile: Avvo

When you work with Etehad Law, you get a team that returns calls, keeps you updated, coordinates your medical care, and handles the insurance company — so you can focus on healing after a fall.

Call for a Free Consultation With a Beverly Hills Slip and Fall Lawyer

A serious fall can affect your health, income, and future. Etehad Law can review what happened, explain your legal options, and pursue full compensation from the property owner responsible for the hazard.

Call (310) 550-1220 or fill out the form to request a free consultation.

Free consultation. No attorney-client relationship is created unless the firm reviews and accepts your case in writing.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Accidents in Beverly Hills

Etehad Law offers free consultations and handles slip-and-fall cases on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs and no attorney fees unless we recover compensation for you.

You generally have two years from the date of the injury under California Code of Civil Procedure section 335.1. Claims against a government entity require a written government claim within six months under Government Code section 911.2, so it is best to speak with a lawyer quickly.

Seek medical attention, report the fall to the property owner or manager and ask for a written incident report, photograph the hazard, collect witness contact information, keep the shoes you were wearing, and call a slip-and-fall lawyer before speaking with the insurer. The first 24 to 48 hours often shape the case.

Yes. California follows pure comparative negligence, so you can recover compensation even if you were partly responsible. Your recovery is reduced by your share of fault but is not barred, under Li v. Yellow Cab Co. (1975) 13 Cal.3d 804.

Possibly. A missing warning sign can help show the property owner failed to use reasonable care, because California requires owners to warn of hazards they know about or should have discovered. Every case depends on its facts.

Act quickly. A fall on a public sidewalk, park, or transit stop involves a government entity, and California law requires a written claim within six months under Government Code section 911.2 — a much shorter deadline than most private claims.

It depends on the severity of your injuries, the strength of the evidence, and the property owner’s share of fault. Cases involving fractures, surgery, or a brain injury generally recover more than minor soft-tissue claims. A lawyer can review your records and explain a realistic range.

You must show the owner controlled the property, owed a duty of reasonable care under California Civil Code section 1714 and Rowland v. Christian (1968) 69 Cal.2d 108, knew or should have known about the hazard, failed to fix or warn of it, and that this caused your injury. Inspection logs, prior complaints, and surveillance footage help prove the owner’s notice of the danger.

Etehad Law has more than 25 years of experience representing injured people, with no upfront costs and no fees unless we win. We move fast to preserve surveillance video and maintenance records, investigate every responsible party, and keep you informed at every step.

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