Northern California Slip and Fall Lawyers
Hurt in a fall on someone else’s property? These claims turn on proving the owner knew about the hazard, and their insurer fights hard. Talk to Michael or Courtney Cefali directly, not a call center. We have recovered $30M+ for California injury victims, and you pay nothing unless we win.
- Proven recoveries for injuries on unsafe property
- No fee unless we recover, with a 100% free consultation
- Speak directly with Michael or Courtney Cefali, Avvo 10.0 & Super Lawyers rated
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Real Attorneys Who Fight For You
Michael J. Cefali, Esq.
Trial attorney with a record of six- and seven-figure recoveries. Gives clients his direct line for personal, relentless representation.
View Attorney Profile →Courtney L.C. Cefali, Esq.
Partner and advocate for injured Californians, known for client-first communication and thorough, aggressive case-building.
View Attorney Profile →A Track Record Insurance Companies Respect
A sample of recoveries obtained in Michael Cefali’s career.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Each case is evaluated on its own facts.
Why You Need a Slip and Fall Lawyer
Slip and fall claims fall under premises liability. Winning one means proving the owner knew about a hazard and did nothing, before the evidence disappears.
Owners Owe You a Duty of Care
California law (Civil Code 1714 and Rowland v. Christian) requires property owners to use reasonable care to keep their property safe for people lawfully there.
The Hard Part Is Proving Notice
You must show the owner created the hazard, knew about it, or should have found it through reasonable inspection. We gather the incident report, surveillance video, and witnesses to prove it.
We Prove What Caused the Fall
Wet floors, poor lighting, defective stairs, torn carpet, or broken pavement. We move fast to preserve the evidence before it is cleaned up or overwritten.
Owners Will Blame You
They will argue the fall was your fault. In California, being partly at fault reduces but does not bar your recovery, and we push back with the facts.
Three Steps to Your Recovery
Free Case Review
Call or complete the form. Tell us what happened and we’ll tell you honestly if you have a case, at no cost.
We Build Your Claim
We handle the insurance company, gather evidence, and coordinate your treatment, with no out-of-pocket cost to you.
You Get Paid
We fight for the maximum recovery for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain, and we only get paid when you do.
Real Clients. Real Outcomes.
“Before I knew it, everything was handled: paperwork, doctors’ appointments, legal corridors. He was truly my guardian angel and I recommend him highly.”
“A real down-to-earth man that I appreciate for going the extra mile to prevail in my case. To those good people who truly need support, consult with him.”
What Northern California visitors ask us
What should I do right after a slip and fall?
Seek medical treatment, report the incident to the property owner or manager, and gather evidence and witness information if you can. Then call us before you talk to their insurer.
How do I know if I have a valid claim?
You generally need to show the owner failed to fix or warn about a hazard they knew or should have known about. A free review tells you honestly whether you have a case.
Can I be partly at fault?
Yes, and it does not end your claim. California uses comparative negligence, so your recovery is reduced by your share of the fault, not eliminated.
How long do I have to file a claim?
Most California premises claims have a two-year deadline, and it is shorter when a government property is involved. Video gets overwritten quickly, so call early.
What can I get compensation for?
Medical bills and ongoing care, lost wages and future income, and pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
Evidence Disappears. California Deadlines Are Strict.
The sooner we start, the stronger your claim. Speak with a partner today at no cost, and pay nothing unless we win.