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Anchorage Slip and Fall Attorney

Getting injured in a slip and fall accident can be devastating. The injuries can be severe and last for a long time. The impact may be felt for the rest of your life. If you or a loved one has suffered a fall, our Anchorage slip and fall lawyers are open now, available at 4300 B St #215b, Anchorage, AK 99503, and here to help you seek justice and compensation.

Getting injured due to someone else’s negligence entitles you to pursue compensation, and our slip and fall law firm is here 24/7 to help you. For 30+ years, we have fought for clients like you. We will fight for you as well and provide all the support you need in a difficult time like this.

Call (907) 560-0426 and book a free slip and fall injury consultation today with our Anchorage slip and fall attorneys.

From 2007 till 2016, falls were responsible for 37% of injury hospitalizations in Anchorage—the most out of any other type. [1]

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John Periman is an experienced personal injury attorney and he brings unparalleled knowledge and experience to slip and fall cases. He has protected clients like you in many slip and fall accident claims. Book a free slip and fall consultation with John today.

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Our Verdicts and Settlements

$120,000

Settlement

Our client broke their ankle after tripping over uneven pavement outside a retail store.

April 2025

$250,000

Settlement

A shopper slipped on a wet floor, lacking warning signs, inside a grocery store, resulting in a concussion and back injuries.

August 2025

$180,000

Settlement

During heavy snowfall, a delivery worker fell on untreated steps at an apartment complex, fracturing their wrist.

November 2025

Do Slip and Fall Accidents Fall Under Premises Liability Claims?

Slip and fall accidents generally happen on properties that are privately owned. In these cases, the slip and fall accident case usually qualifies as a premises liability claim. It also applies if the accident occurs in a government-owned property or building.

The key points that indicate that a slip and fall accident qualifies as a premises liability claim include:

  • Breach of duty occurred as hazards were ignored or unaddressed
  • Causation linked the hazard directly to the injury sustained
  • Property owners knew or should have known about hazards
  • Unsafe conditions, including wet floors, poor lighting, or cracks

Does Insurance Cover Slip and Fall Accidents?

If the property owner has commercial liability insurance or homeowner’s insurance, then their insurance can cover the slip and fall accident. It must be proven that their negligence or wrongdoing was the reason behind the injuries that occurred on their property.

Your own health insurance provider can also provide the necessary expenses for treatment. However, this requires pursuing a liability claim against the property owner’s insurance. Our Anchorage slip and fall lawyers will pursue the liable party’s insurance for reimbursement for your financial damages.

Does Insurance Cover Slip and Fall Accidents?

Which Slip and Fall Accidents Are Common In Anchorage?

Slip and fall accidents can be of various types and severities. The specific type of your accident can be key in answering certain questions about your case. A specific type of slip and fall accident may indicate the reason/negligence behind them.

That being said, the most common types of slip and fall accidents include the following:

  • Due to clutter or obstructions
  • Due to defective stairs or ladders
  • Falling from the stairs
  • Falling on uneven or damaged surfaces
  • From loose or damaged carpeting
  • Sliding on a wet floor, which was not clearly marked
  • Slipping on icy patches or walkways

Common Causes for Slip and Fall Accidents in Anchorage

Slip and fall accidents are a product of wrongdoing and negligence. These accidents can occur due to a lack of safety measures, or something as simple as missing lighting or wet floors. In either case, human error and negligence play a key role.

In most cases, the causes of slip and fall accidents include the following:

Icy Conditions: The weather in Anchorage can make it easier for floors to turn icy or snowy. These conditions can make walking be difficult due to the “black ice,” which is usually invisible on dark pavements.

Lack of Safety Measures: When stairs have no safety measures, they can be a common ground for tripping and falling accidents.

Poor Lighting: Having inadequate lighting can make it difficult to walk through walkways, stairs, or hallways.

Uneven Surfaces: When surfaces are not paved properly, they become uneven. The person walking on them can lose balance and this can result in a fall accident. These are common due to cracked sidewalks, potholes, or broken steps.

Wet or Slippery Floors: When floors are wet or slippery, they become a common ground for slipping accidents. Due to Alaska’s cold climate, Anchorage roads, sidewalks, and pavements can become wet easily, especially when the ice thaws.

Analyzing the specific cause of your slip and fall accident can help determine the party liable. This can be a difficult process, but do not worry. Our experienced Anchorage slip and fall attorneys will be with you every step of the way.

What Types of Injuries Are Common in Slip and Fall Accidents in Anchorage?

Slip and fall accidents usually lead to varying injuries. The fall can result in broken bones, dislocations, and concussions. Various other injuries, like internal bleeding or lacerations, can also occur. It all depends on the spot of the specific occasion and the height of the fall.

Did you know? From 2016 until 2021, Alaska had the highest TBI-related mortality rate in the entire United States. [2]

In most cases, the common injuries include but are not limited to the following:

  • Amputations
  • Broken Bones
  • Head Injuries
  • Knee Injuries
  • Lacerations and Contusions
  • Neck Injuries
  • Psychological Trauma (PTSD, anxiety, and depression)
  • Soft Tissue Injuries (sprains, strains, and tears)
  • Shoulder Injuries
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
  • Whiplash

Suffering an injury can bring many challenges. We know your suffering, and that is why our Anchorage personal injury attorneys will fight for you. Our Anchorage slip and fall lawyers do not stop until we get you the compensation you deserve.

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Recoverable Compensation for Slip and Fall Accidents in Anchorage

Slip and fall accidents can result in severe injuries that require thorough and continuous treatment. The compensation you receive should reflect the losses that you sustained. These losses are determined by the economic and non-economic impact of the injury.

This might entitle you to the following compensation:

Economic Compensation:

  • Cost of current, past, and future medical care
  • Damage to property
  • Lost wages or the ability to work
  • Out-of-pocket expenses
  • Rehabilitation or physical therapy

Non-Economic Compensation:

  • Emotional stress and mental anguish
  • Loss of enjoyment of life
  • Loss of consortium or companionship

The medical bills, lost wages, and the emotional impact—we know the challenges you face in the wake of an accident. That is why our Anchorage slip and fall attorneys do not stop until you get the compensation you deserve.

Recoverable Compensation for Slip and Fall Accidents in Anchorage

Who Can Be Held Liable for a Slip and Fall Accident In Anchorage?

The liability of a slip and fall accident can fall upon various parties. This is usually determined by the cause and the negligence that led to the accident.

The liability may fall upon the following parties:

Business Owners or Occupiers: If a private property or building is rented by a business, then the occupier/business will be liable for unsafe conditions. This applies if customers or visitors get injured due to any of the aforementioned causes of slip and fall accidents.

Contractors or Maintenance Companies: Some property owners outsource management of property maintenance to contractors or designated companies. If they fail and create hazardous environments, then slip and fall accident liability can fall upon them.

Government Entities: If a slip and fall accident occurs on a government property, then the government entity can be liable. This applies to local government or municipalities responsible for sidewalks, parks, or government buildings.

Property Management Companies: Property owners often hire management companies to ensure upkeep, management of tenants, offices, etc.  In cases where property management fails to prevent property hazards, the liability could fall upon them.

Property Owners: This is the primary party liable in most cases. Even if they were not directly responsible for the accident, vicarious liability can land upon them, due to their owning the property.

Reviewing the evidence for your case and analyzing the cause can help us determine who was liable. Let our Anchorage slip and fall lawyers examine your case, and we will identify the party liable for your suffering.

How To Prove Liability In A Slip And Fall Accident?

Negligence must be shown to have caused the accident. Then, we must demonstrate the link between the accident and your injuries. We must also portray the damages you sustained due to the liable party’s negligence.

Proving liability in a slip and fall accident requires us to show the following:

Duty of Care: We must show that the duty of care owed to you by the liable party. This includes showing their duty of ensuring safe premises, taking safety precautions, and dealing with any potential hazards on their property.

Breach of Duty: This requires demonstrating the breach of duty, which was the negligence of the liable party. In other words, we will show that the responsible party’s actions were directly responsible for the slip and fall accident.

Causation: We will establish the link between your injuries and the accident you suffered. This will require using medical records and accident reports to show the connection between the negligence of the responsible party and your injuries.

Damages: We will demonstrate that due to the liable party’s negligence, and the subsequent accident, you had to sustain various losses. This will include the economic and non-economic damages you incurred due to the accident.

Doing this will require key evidence, like photos and videos of the accident scene, witness statements, expert testimonies, and medical/police reports. However, do not worry, as our Anchorage slip and fall attorneys will collect and compile all the evidence for you.

What To Do After A Slip And Fall Accident?

Suffering through a slip and fall accident can be challenging in many ways. Therefore, getting proper medical attention and protecting your rights should be your immediate priorities. For this, you will have to take the steps necessary to ensure your safety and preserve evidence.

Here is what you should do:

  1. Ensure Safety & Call 911: You should move to a safe spot and call 911. If you are unable to move, have something broken, or if your vision is blurry, you should seek paramedics on the scene.
  2. Take Photos or Videos: While you wait for help, you should take photos of the hazards that caused the accident. This can include photos of inadequate lighting, lack of safety railings, or any other potential/unattended dangers.
  3. Seek Medical Attention: Even if you feel fine, you should still receive medical treatment. Get medical attention as soon as you can and get checked thoroughly. Some injuries can be internal, so get tested and scanned.
  4. Document Your Case: Once you have an injury diagnosis, begin documenting your case. If you have the photos and videos of the accident scene, secure them. Also obtain witness contact information, medical records, and police reports, if any.
  5. Speak to Our Slip and Fall Attorney: Consult our Anchorage slip and fall lawyers as soon as you can. We will handle all the legal matters for you, including investigation, evidence gathering, communication, and negotiation/trial.
What To Do After A Slip And Fall Accident?

Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Cases in Alaska

Statutes of Limitations is the legal time limit to file a claim after an injury. The clock begins ticking from the day of the accident, or in some cases, from the day you discover the injury. Once you have an official diagnosis, you will have a specific time to file a claim.

For slip and fall cases, the following Statutes of Limitations apply:

Personal Injury: If your slip and fall accident has resulted in injuries, then you will have to file a claim within two years from the accident or discovery of injury. Alaska Stat. § 09.10.070

Wrongful Death: In severe cases, slip and fall accidents can be fatal. The family of the deceased can file a wrongful death claim within two years from the day of the person’s passing. Alaska Stat. § 09.55.580

Accidents Involving Minors: If a minor gets injured in a slip and fall accident, and the parents do not pursue legal action, then the minor can do so once they turn 18. In this case, the stipulation will be two years from the day they turn 18. Alaska Stat. § 09.10.140(a)

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Get a FREE Consultation From Our Anchorage Slip and Fall Lawyers

Suffering through a slip and fall accident can leave you injured and traumatized. On top of that, the legal matters and financial losses can also take their toll on your physical and mental well-being. However, you are not alone, as our experienced Anchorage slip and fall attorneys are here for you.

Here is what we will do for you:

  • A complete investigation of your case to gather evidence
  • All-inclusive review of present evidence and interviewing witnesses
  • Communication with insurance, medical experts, and witnesses on your behalf
  • Fight for maximum compensation, be it trial or settlement negotiations
  • No pay until we win the case for you
  • Provide comprehensive support to you throughout the case

Let us begin today, as we are ready for phone calls or online appointments. Call now at (907) 560-0426 and schedule a free consultation with our Anchorage slip and fall lawyers.

Goldberg & Loren

Address: 4300 B St #215b, Anchorage, AK 99503
Phone: (907) 560-0426

Anchorage Resources For Slip and Fall Accidents

Local Hospitals & Emergency Rooms:

Slip and fall accidents lead to injuries that require immediate and thorough medical attention. Our clients in Anchorage recommend the following hospitals and emergency rooms:

Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC) (Level II Trauma Center)
Phone: (907) 563-2662
Address: 4315 Diplomacy Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508

Providence Alaska Medical Center (Level II Trauma Center)
Phone: (907) 562-2211
Address: 3200 Providence Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508

*Note: We do not endorse any of these hospitals or other local resources. These are suggestions made by our clients in Anchorage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do not sign anything after a slip and fall accident or injury. These documents can waive the responsibility of the property owners, and signing any forms could limit your legal options. Let your slip and fall attorney handle matters like this.

Avoid posting details, photos, or comments about your injury online. Any posting online can undermine your claim, as insurance companies or liable parties may use your statements, photos, or posts against you.

Yes, if the scene is safe and return is possible, you should return to the scene and take photos, make videos, and collect witness information. You can also do this to observe changes to any hazardous condition.

Surveillance footage can prove facts and help verify your claim. If the footage shows things exactly according to your statement, then it is one of the key pieces of evidence that can solidify your case and help you win.

You should not deal with insurance representatives by yourself. Let your attorney handle any and all communication with them. This includes redirecting any statements, interviews, or documents from insurance adjusters to your attorney.

Sources:

[1] Alaska Trauma Registry. (2016). ALASKA NATIVE INJURY ATLAS. In ALASKA NATIVE INJURY ATLAS [Report]. http://anthctoday.org/epicenter/publications/InjuryAtlas2020/5_AlaskaNative_InjuryAtlas_RegionalInjuryProfiles.pdf

[2] Berman, A. (2023, May 14). Alaska has the nation’s highest rate of deaths by traumatic brain injury. Anchorage Daily News. https://www.adn.com/alaska-news/2023/05/14/alaska-has-the-nations-highest-rate-of-deaths-by-traumatic-brain-injury/

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