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Published: July 16, 2021 | Last Reviewed: August 7, 2026

It may not be immediately apparent, but hazards that could lead to slip and falls exist all around us. Recently mopped floors at the supermarket, loose handrails on staircases, unfilled potholes in parking lots, and other neglected maintenance issues on other people’s properties can easily lead to accidents.

Each winter in Dieppe, inclement weather conditions are a major cause of accidental, injury-causing slip and falls. If a property’s owner, landlord, manager, or hired landscaping company fails to clear slick patches of ice or hazardous snowbanks, anyone visiting the property is at risk of hurting themselves in a fall.

Depending on the age and medical history of an accident victim, a slip and fall may only lead to negligible injuries, like bruises or scrapes. However, for certain people, slips and falls can cause them to sustain severe, life-altering injuries. In fact, depending on the height from which an accident victim falls and other environmental factors, slip and fall accidents can be fatal.

In Dieppe, when slips and falls happen on another person’s commercial or residential property, oftentimes these accidents are the result of the property owner’s negligence, or the negligence of its occupier. In these cases, an occupier could be considered anyone who has control over the premises, including tenants and managers. If the person responsible for maintaining the property fails to adequately repair, remove, or warn guests about potential hazards in and around their premises, guests, residents, employees, delivery personnel, passersby, and anyone else that visits the property could be vulnerable to accidental injuries.

If the negligence of a Dieppe property owner/occupier caused you to sustain injuries in a slip and fall, they may be liable for damages you incurred as a result of your accident. That is because, in accordance with provincial law, all property owners/occupiers must take regular steps to reasonably ensure the safety of their visitors. Failure to fulfill this duty of care may constitute negligence on the part of the property’s owner/occupier.

Throughout the province, slip and fall accidents resulting from another party’s negligence send thousands of seriously injured community members to the hospital each year. Some common injuries sustained in slips and falls include:

Broken or fractured bones
Back and neck injuries
Musculoskeletal injuries
Strains and sprains
Concussions
Traumatic brain injuries
Spinal cord injuries
Paralysis
Nerve damage
Internal organ damage
And more

If you were involved in a slip and fall on someone else’s property and sustained serious injuries as a result, our Dieppe slip and fall lawyers may be able to help you pursue compensation from the negligent property owner/occupier whose wrongful actions or inactions caused you to sustain physical injuries and financial losses.

To discuss your case and learn if you may be eligible to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party responsible for your accidents, book a free, initial consultation with our slip and fall lawyers serving Dieppe.

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Our Dieppe slip and fall lawyers offer a free, initial consultation to injured members of the local community. To learn more about how our slip and fall lawyers serving Dieppe may be able to help with your case, call Preszler Injury Lawyers today.

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Preszler Injury Lawyers represents injured people across Ontario in personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accident claims, slip and fall claims, long-term disability claims, and institutional abuse claims.

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We are proud to be one of Canada’s oldest and long-standing personal injury law firms. Since 1959, we have been providing exceptional legal services and have established ourselves as leading personal injury lawyers in the Canadian legal community. It’s not just the awards that recognize our achievements, but also the wins we’ve achieved for thousands of Canadians with their slip and fall accident claims.

Case Results

slip and fall accident Settlements

Please note that past results are not indicative of future results as each scenario presents itself with its unique set of circumstances. But here are some slip and fall accident related wins we’ve had for our clients.

Settlement

Slip and Fall Accident

$1,100,000

A woman was walking down fragile wooden stairs and sustained an injury that left her leg amputated. She also had pre-existing injuries that were further aggravated by this incident.

Settlement

Slip and Fall Accident

$860,000

Slip and fall on ice. Client Injuries: Head Injury and headaches

Settlement

Slip and Fall Accident

$550,700

Slip and fall on ice. Client Injuries: Head Injury and headaches

slip and fall accident FAQs

Here are some commonly asked questions for slip and fall accident claims

Who may be held liable for a slip and fall in Nova Scotia?

A property owner, tenant, business, maintenance company, or another party responsible for the premises may be liable. Under Nova Scotia’s Occupiers’ Liability Act, an occupier must take reasonable care to keep visitors reasonably safe. Responsibility depends on who controlled the property and whether reasonable precautions were taken.

What must I prove in a slip and fall claim?

You generally need to show that a hazardous condition existed, that the responsible party failed to take reasonable care, and that the hazard caused your injuries. Relevant evidence may include photographs, surveillance footage, inspection records, maintenance logs, incident reports, medical records, and witness statements.

Can I still make a claim if I was partly at fault?

Possibly. Nova Scotia’s contributory-negligence rules may reduce compensation when an injured person shares responsibility for an accident, rather than eliminating the claim entirely. For example, the insurer may argue that you were distracted or failed to use reasonable care. The outcome will depend on the evidence.

How long do I have to start a slip and fall claim in Nova Scotia?

The general limitation period is often two years from when the claim was discovered. However, shorter notice requirements or other rules may apply in certain situations, particularly when a government or public body is involved. Getting legal advice promptly can help protect important evidence and applicable deadlines.

How much does it cost to hire a slip and fall lawyer?

Preszler Injury Lawyers handles eligible slip and fall cases on a contingency-fee basis. You generally pay no legal fees upfront, and legal fees are collected only if compensation is recovered for you. We can explain the fee arrangement and any potential case expenses during your free initial consultation.

How can a slip and fall lawyer help with my case?

A slip and fall lawyer can determine who controlled the property, preserve surveillance footage, obtain inspection and maintenance records, interview witnesses, and document your injuries and financial losses. Your lawyer can also deal with the property owner’s insurer, assess settlement offers, and pursue your claim in court when appropriate.