You were careful, but the floor wasn’t.
One second, you were upright. The next? Pain, confusion, humiliation—and a cold, unforgiving surface beneath you. A slip may sound simple, but the aftermath is anything but. Torn ligaments. Fractured dignity.
Mounting hospital bills. Lost income. Weeks—or months—of limited mobility. And the worst part? No one wants to accept blame.
Business owners shrug. Landlords point fingers—insurance adjusters gaslight.
But you remember exactly what happened. The slick tile. The dim lighting. The lack of warning. And now, you’re left wondering—is anyone accountable?
At Third Coast Lawyers, we don’t just take your pain seriously—we take it personally. We’ve walked this road with countless Wisconsinites whose lives were upended by unsafe conditions.
If you’re hurting, unheard, or unsure of what to do next, you’re in the right place. This isn’t just about recovery. It’s about justice. And it starts with us fighting for you.
What may seem like a simple misstep is often the result of a deeper pattern—one rooted in carelessness, inattention, and refusal to act.
Let’s take a closer look at how these accidents unfold across Wisconsin’s icy terrain and overlooked spaces.
Wisconsin winters are more than just picturesque—they’re treacherous. Beneath every dusting of snow, danger hides: black ice on driveways, melting slush in storefronts, broken pavement just waiting to twist an ankle.
As snowstorms give way to sun, freezing and thawing cycles rip apart sidewalks and expand cracks into hazardous terrain.
Inside homes and businesses, wet tiles, slippery mats, dim hallways, and uneven steps create just as many threats. Each ignored hazard represents a choice not to protect the people walking in.
Identifying who’s at fault isn’t always obvious, but the law is clear. When you’ve been hurt, the last thing you should face is finger-pointing or silence.
Property owners, tenants, landlords, and contracted maintenance teams all share responsibility for maintaining a safe space.
This is known in Wisconsin as a “duty of care.” When that duty is broken—when warning signs are absent or repairs are delayed, legal accountability begins.
And that’s where we step in: to trace negligence back to its source and demand justice for your pain.
A fall lasts seconds. The consequences? Sometimes forever. Beyond bruises and breaks lie deeper, lasting wounds—physical, financial, and emotional.
Emergency rooms aren’t free. Surgery, follow-up care, and physical therapy quickly add up. Missed work means missed paychecks.
And for many, the trauma doesn’t fade: fear of stairs, flashbacks on icy mornings, anxiety that shadows every step.
You don’t have to carry those burdens alone. We fight to make sure the ones who failed to prevent your injury take full responsibility for what followed.
Slips don’t happen in isolation—they happen in patterns, in places where danger is known but ignored.
These are the everyday spaces where carelessness causes harm—and where accountability is overdue.
Shoppers expect clean aisles and dry floors—not puddles around produce sections or bathroom tile slick with soap residue. However, retail spaces often delay responding to known hazards to avoid disrupting operations.
At many chains, policy forces employees to wait for managerial approval before placing warning signs or initiating cleanup.
The result? Delays that lead directly to injuries. When these decisions cause harm, corporate excuses are no longer enough—we demand accountability.
Your home should feel safe. So should your staircase. Your walkway. Your front porch. Yet in countless Wisconsin rentals, maintenance requests go ignored—until someone is hurt.
Loose handrails, flickering lights, leaking pipes that create floor puddles… these aren’t minor oversights.
They’re dangerous. Tenants and their guests both have legal rights when an injury happens due to the landlord’s negligence. And we’re here to help you enforce them.
Walking through your neighborhood shouldn’t come with risk. But when snow isn’t shoveled, salt isn’t spread, and pavement is left crumbling, falls become inevitable.
In cities like Madison, homeowners and businesses must clear sidewalks by specific times or face citations.
Unfortunately, enforcement often lags, and victims suffer as a result. Identifying who owns or controls a parking lot or walkway is critical in these cases—and it’s work we do every day to protect Wisconsin families from blame-shifting and stalling.
Your medical bills, lost income, and pain aren’t your burden to carry alone. Let our attorneys help you pursue compensation with no upfront cost.
Falls don’t happen in a vacuum. They happen because someone made a choice—to ignore a hazard, to cut corners, to hope no one gets hurt.
If you’re wondering whether what happened to you qualifies as a legal case, here’s what the law demands—and what we’ll help you prove.
Elements Required to Prove Negligence
Every valid premises liability claim hinges on four legal pillars. If one is missing, the entire case could collapse.
That’s why we start by building a strong foundation:
You bring us your story. We’ll build the structure that holds it up in court.
Time is the enemy of truth. Evidence disappears. Memories fade. Surveillance gets overwritten.
That’s why our investigation starts the moment you contact us. We send preservation letters, request footage, and interview potential witnesses before anyone has time to forget—or cover their tracks.
We also dig into maintenance logs, safety inspection records, and employee statements. If a building owner skipped inspections or failed to act on known issues, we’ll find the paper trail.
And if no one saw you fall? We’ll reconstruct the scene using expert analysis to prove what happened anyway.
You don’t have to be perfect to deserve justice.
In Wisconsin, even if you were partly at fault, you can still recover damages, as long as you were less than 51% responsible.
Insurance companies will try to twist the facts, saying you wore the wrong shoes, weren’t paying attention, or should have “seen it coming.”
We know better. We dismantle those arguments with facts, expert testimony, and on-site analysis. You didn’t slip because of your choices—you slipped because someone else didn’t do theirs.
What you don’t know about the law can hurt your case. Wisconsin’s premises liability rules protect injury victims, but only if you act within the right timeframe, understand your rights, and move strategically.
That’s where we come in.
You have three years from the date of your fall to file a lawsuit in Wisconsin (Wis. Stat. § 893.54). That might sound like plenty of time, but waiting can be costly.
Surveillance footage gets deleted. Sidewalks get repaired. Witnesses disappear. And the longer you wait, the more insurers argue your injury came from something else.
Our advice? Contact an attorney immediately—even if you’re not ready to sue. We’ll protect your rights while you focus on healing.
Slipped on a city sidewalk? Fell inside a public school or courthouse? Your case involves a government entity, and that changes everything.
In Wisconsin, you must file a Notice of Claim within 120 days (Wis. Stat. § 893.80) of the injury. If you miss this deadline, you could lose your right to seek compensation, no matter how strong your case is.
We’ve handled claims against cities, counties, and state-run facilities. We know the deadlines, the defenses, and the red tape—and we cut through all of it for you.
Living in a rental doesn’t mean you have fewer rights—it just means they’re harder to navigate.
Wisconsin law divides responsibility between landlords and tenants based on lease terms and property control. That means your landlord might be responsible for a broken stair rail—or they might shift blame to a property manager or maintenance company.
We read every lease, examine repair histories, and look for patterns of neglect. If multiple tenants complained about the same issue before your fall, we’ll find the record. If no one responds until someone gets hurt, we’ll ensure that’s part of the case.
Insurance companies move fast to minimize payouts. You should move faster. Contact our firm now to level the playing field.
Not all personal injury law firms are built the same. Slip and fall cases demand more than boilerplate letters and passive settlement offers—they require sharp investigation, expert collaboration, and unshakable courtroom readiness.
That’s where we set ourselves apart.
Insurance companies love to label these incidents “minor.” Their goal? To minimize your pain—and their payout.
But we know that slip and fall injuries aren’t “simple” when they result in permanent mobility issues, traumatic brain injury, or chronic pain. These cases are won or lost not on sympathy, but on precision.
Our attorneys don’t just show that you fell. We prove why—and more importantly, who’s to blame.
You only get one shot at compensation. That’s why we back your case with an elite team of:
This isn’t just legal theory—it’s expert-driven, evidence-backed advocacy designed to win at trial if necessary. When the other side brings excuses, we bring science.
Legal strength is nothing without support. That’s why we build every client relationship on trust, communication, and care.
You’re not a file number here. You’re a person who deserves to be heard—and we’re here to amplify your voice.
After a serious fall, the financial impact adds insult to injury. Medical bills arrive before your body has a chance to heal. Paychecks stop before the pain does.
And your quality of life? Altered, sometimes forever. So, what can you recover through a legal claim?
Here’s what Wisconsin law allows—and what we pursue relentlessly on your behalf.
You shouldn’t have to pay out of pocket for an injury someone else caused. From the moment of impact, medical expenses begin to accumulate—ambulance transport, ER visits, imaging, surgeries, specialist consultations, physical therapy, assistive devices, and prescriptions.
And the costs don’t end once you’re discharged. Many slip and fall victims require months or even years of ongoing care.
We work with medical experts to project future treatment needs and ensure your settlement or verdict includes every dollar your recovery demands.
Time off work shouldn’t come with financial punishment. But that’s exactly what happens after a serious fall, especially if your job involves physical activity.
Whether you missed a week or several months, your income loss is a real concern. For some, injuries can lead to permanent restrictions, forced retirement, or a change in career path. We calculate not just your past lost wages, but also your diminished earning capacity over time. If your injury limits your future options, we’ll fight to make sure your compensation reflects that loss.
Not all damages are financial, but that doesn’t make them less real.
If you can’t pick up your child anymore… if stairs terrify you now… if simple errands feel impossible… those are losses Wisconsin law takes seriously.
Emotional trauma, chronic pain, fear of reinjury, and lost independence all factor into your claim.
We listen to your story, not just your X-rays. Then we translate the personal toll of your experience into persuasive legal arguments insurers can’t ignore.
Hiring a lawyer shouldn’t feel like another injury to navigate. We make the legal process clear, supportive, and efficient—so you can focus on healing while we handle the fight.
Here’s what you can expect when working with our team.
Your journey starts with a conversation. During your free consultation, we’ll review the facts: where it happened, what conditions were present, what medical treatment you’ve received, and whether any reports or photos were taken.
Bring whatever you have—photos of the scene, injury documentation, doctor notes, witness names. Don’t worry if you’re missing something. Our job is to fill in the gaps.
Once you decide to move forward, we dig deep. Our attorneys and investigators:
We build your claim like we’re heading to trial from day one—because preparation wins, even during negotiations.
We begin with a strong demand letter that details your injuries, expenses, and evidence of negligence. Many cases resolve during mediation or pre-trial negotiations.
But if the insurance company refuses a fair offer? We’re fully ready to litigate.
Our attorneys are seasoned trial lawyers with the resources, reputation, and resolve to go all the way. You won’t be pressured to settle. You’ll be empowered to win.
Evidence fades fast after a fall—snow melts, cameras overwrite, witnesses forget. Get legal help immediately to protect your case from the start.
How long do I have to file a slip and fall claim in Wisconsin?
You generally have three years from the date of your injury under Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. § 893.54). However, if the fall occurred on government property, you may have as little as 120 days to file a notice of claim.
What if I slipped on a city-owned sidewalk?
Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. § 893.80) requires you to notify the city within 120 days. Don’t wait—government entities use missed deadlines to get cases thrown out, regardless of fault.
Can I still recover damages if I was partially responsible?
Yes. Wisconsin follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you were less than 51% at fault, you can still receive compensation, though your award may be reduced based on your level of responsibility.
What evidence should I gather after a fall?
Take photos of the scene, your injuries, and any contributing hazards. Ask witnesses for their names and contact details. Report the incident to the property owner or manager. Then, seek immediate medical care and keep all records.
How much does it cost to hire Third Coast Lawyers?
Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we win your case. No surprises, no retainers, no hourly billing.
Is my landlord responsible if I slipped inside my apartment complex?
They might be. If your fall occurred in a common area or stemmed from a maintenance failure (like leaking pipes or broken steps), the property owner may be legally liable. We review leases, maintenance logs, and repair history to determine fault.
What if no one witnessed my fall?
Witnesses are helpful, but not required. Surveillance footage, maintenance records, and your medical report can still support a strong claim. We’ve won many cases without eyewitness testimony by using expert scene reconstruction and safety code analysis.
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