Slip and fall accidents can lead to serious injuries that impact every part of your life—physically, emotionally, and financially. Whether you slipped on a wet floor in a grocery store, fell due to poor lighting in a parking lot, or tripped on an uneven sidewalk, these incidents are often the result of someone else’s negligence. Property owners have a legal responsibility to maintain safe environments, and when they fail to do so, The Cochran Firm Cincinnati is here to hold them accountable.
Our experienced slip and fall attorneys understand the challenges you face after a serious injury. From mounting medical bills to missed work and long-term recovery, we know how overwhelming it can be. That’s why we work tirelessly to pursue the maximum compensation you deserve for your pain, suffering, and financial losses.
At The Cochran Firm Cincinnati, we uphold the legacy of Johnnie Cochran by fighting for justice and standing up for the injured. When you choose us, you’re not just getting legal representation—you’re gaining a dedicated team that will be with you every step of the way.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a slip and fall accident, don’t wait. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and help you move forward with confidence.
Slip and fall accidents can be extremely serious. In fact, 15% of all accident fatalities occur because of slips and falls, making them the second leading cause of accidental deaths. Slips and falls can occur in retail stores, supermarkets, bars and restaurants, parking lots, apartment buildings, and private homes. Regardless of where such accidents occur, all property or building owners have a certain level of responsibility to make sure the environment is safe.
To prove a Cincinnati, Ohio slip and fall claim, a victim has to show that the defendant created the hazard that led to the accident or that the defendant knew or should have known about the danger and had it removed or repaired. Under Ohio statutes, if negligence by multiple parties contributed to your slip and fall injuries, then each party will be liable for a proportion of the total damages. However, Cincinnati’s comparative negligence law also allows your compensation to be reduced if you are found to have been partially responsible for your accident. In fact, if you were more careless than the opposing party, you cannot recover anything. The complexity of Ohio slip and fall cases means that you must retain an attorney with extensive experience litigating these types of claims.
The Cochran Firm has been representing Cincinnati personal injury victims for over four decades, and our attorneys have successfully represented hundreds of people in all types of slip and fall lawsuits, including those involving:
If you or a loved one were the victim of a serious slip and fall accident, it is vital that you contact the Ohio personal injury lawyers at The Cochran Firm Cincinnati today to ensure that your legal rights are protected. The insurer for the property owner will mount a vigorous defense against your claim, so you need an equally aggressive attorney on your side. The Cochran Firm has never been afraid to take on even the largest corporations or insurance companies. Our slip and fall lawyers understand what it takes to negotiate with insurers, and will make sure you are treated fairly. Our Cincinnati slip and fall lawyers are also experienced courtroom litigators who will be ready for trial if the property owner refuses to address your claim in good faith.
At The Cochran Firm Cincinnati, all of our highly-experienced attorneys are dedicated to providing quality legal representation to injured people, their families, and the ordinary citizen, just as Johnnie Cochran envisioned when he founded the firm over 40 years ago. If you or a loved one are seeking personal, dedicated and aggressive legal representation in the wake of a slip and fall injury, please contact The Cochran Firm today by filling out our online form, or call (513) 381-HURT.
The evidence you gather immediately after an accident can be vital to your case. If you are able, you should:
These steps strengthen your case by creating the evidence your premises liability attorney will need to prove that the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition.
Ohio follows a modified comparative negligence rule (Ohio Rev. Code § 2315.33). Imagine you are awarded $100,000 for your injuries from a slip and fall. However, the court determines you were 20% at fault because you were looking at your phone when you tripped on a broken tile. Under Ohio's rule, your award would be reduced by your percentage of fault, meaning you would receive $80,000. If you were found to be 51% or more at fault, you would be barred from recovering any compensation at all.
Ohio law doesn't set a specific time limit like "24 hours." Instead, it requires property owners to act within a "reasonable" amount of time. What is "reasonable" depends on the situation. For a temporary hazard, like a spilled drink in a grocery aisle, a reasonable time might be just a few minutes to either clean it up or place a "wet floor" sign. For a more permanent issue, like a broken handrail on a staircase, the owner has a reasonable period to arrange for repairs, but they should still take immediate steps to warn people of the danger.
In Ohio, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims, including slip and fall accidents, is two years from the date the accident occurred. If you do not file a lawsuit within this critical two-year window, you will lose your legal right to seek compensation for your injuries, no matter how strong your case is.
