New Waterford Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers
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Published: September 29, 2021 | Last Reviewed: August 7, 2026
In this province, the owners/occupiers of both commercial and residential properties are required by law to fulfill a duty of care to the other people who interact with their space. By regularly inspecting and maintaining their premises, the people responsible for the property could reduce the risk of visitors injuring themselves in slip and fall accidents on-site.
According to the province’s Occupiers’ Liability Act, the people responsible for a premises’ upkeep and who control access to the property are required to take proactive, preventative measures to adequately address potentially dangerous hazards on-site. If they neglect to do so and fail to take appropriate safety precautions, the space’s guests, tenants, customers, employees, delivery personnel, and other passersby could sustain serious injuries in a slip and fall.
If property owners/occupiers fail to repair potentially dangerous maintenance issues, remove them from the premises, or provide their visitors with adequate warning about them, slips and falls could occur. When they do, unsuspecting visitors to the space could sustain a host of injuries, ranging in severity from mild to catastrophic. As it happens, slip and fall accidents are among the leading causes of injuries requiring hospitalization throughout the province.
Common examples of improperly addressed maintenance hazards that frequently result in injurious slips and falls include:
- Uncleared ice and snow
- Spilled liquids
- Broken or missing handrails
- Poor lighting
- Wet floors
- Uneven surfaces
- Loose carpeting
- Cracked sidewalks
- Potholes
- Cluttered walkways
- Broken tiles
- And more
If you were injured in a slip and fall on someone else’s property, you may be entitled to compensation. By working with our slip and fall lawyers serving New Waterford, you may be able to pursue a civil claim against the negligent property owner/occupier whose failure to address hazardous issues on-site caused you to sustain compensable injuries. If you are eligible to pursue a civil claim, our New Waterford slip and fall lawyers may be able to help you recover damages you have incurred as a result of your injuries. These damages often include:
- Medical expenses
- Rehabilitation costs
- Ongoing medical care/in-home care
- Lost wages due to missed work
- Loss of future earning capacity
- Adjusted living expenses
- Pain and suffering
- And possibly more
To learn more about how our slip and fall lawyers serving New Waterford may be able to assist you, book a free initial consultation by calling Preszler Injury Lawyers today.
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Slips and falls on other people’s property can have serious outcomes for injured accident victims. The injuries sustained in these traumatic accidents often require lengthy periods of hospitalization, physical rehabilitation, lifestyle adjustments, and other necessary costs of care, all of which can be extremely expensive. Injured accident victims may find themselves struggling underneath the weight of their newly acquired financial obligations, all because of a property owner/occupier’s failure to take their guests’ safety into account.
By taking advantage of a free initial consultation, you may be able to receive important legal advice about your case from our New Waterford slip and fall lawyers. To discuss the circumstances of your accident and learn about legal options that may be available to you, call Preszler Injury Lawyers and schedule your free initial consultation with our slip and fall lawyers serving New Waterford.
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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.
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