Robert J. Lantzy

Slip & Fall Lawyer

Michigan’s Best Slip & Fall Lawyers

You’ve Been Wronged, We’ll Make it Right

Unlike other Michigan personal injury law firms, Buckfire Law is not afraid to take on slip and fall cases. That’s because we’ve handled them for more than 54 years, and we know how to win. If you want a great settlement, choose us as your law firm.

Buckfire Law was founded in 1969 and handles cases throughout Michigan. We have the top awards in the legal profession, including U.S. News and World Report Best Law Firm, Best Lawyers in America, and Super Lawyers. We are also often quoted in the national media for our amazing work.

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WINNING SLIP & FALL CASES IN MICHIGAN

You’ve probably been told it’s difficult to win a slip and fall case in Michigan. Admittedly, the law is not easy. Most lawyers simply don’t know how to win them, so they won’t even accept a case. At Buckfire Law, we regularly accept fall injury cases and win great settlements for our clients.

You may have also been told you by other law firms that don’t have a case because it was your fault, or the condition was “open and obvious.” Those firms only want the easy cases and don’t want to put in the time and effort to help you. If a lawyer said that to you, you should contact us today.

For example, one big personal injury law firm turned down a case for a woman who slipped and fell on a wet restaurant floor. We took the case and won a jury verdict for $1,425,000.

We also took a case where a truck driver fell due to defective steps and suffered a permanent back injury. He was turned down by two TV law firms before he hired Buckfire Law. We got him a $1,300,000 settlement after taking on the insurance company lawyers.

The award-winning attorneys at Buckfire Law have the skill, expertise, and experience to win slip and fall cases. We don’t shy away from these cases and regularly win large money settlements for our clients. So, if you fell and were injured due to an icy sidewalk, a wet floor, broken steps, or any other dangerous condition, there is a strong chance we can help you get a great settlement and get your life back on track.

WHO CAN YOU SUE FOR A SLIP & FALL IN MICHIGAN?

You can sue a landlord, apartment complex, property owner, business, and even a homeowner if you suffered serious injuries in a slip and fall or trip and fall. Common reasons to sue include falls caused by:

Ice & Snow
Slippery & Wet Floors
Broken Sidewalks
Defective Stairs & Steps
Potholes
Missing Stair Handrails

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO HIRE BUCKFIRE LAW?

Most people are shocked to discover they can hire Buckfire Law without paying a penny out of their pocket. That’s right. We don’t charge anything to start your case. You literally hire us with no money. We are so confident in our abilities to win your case, we only charge a fee after you win!

Buckfire Law will represent you under our No Fee Promise. This means there are no lawyer fees whatsoever unless you get a settlement. And we only get paid when you receive your settlement check, so you will never be asked to pay a penny out of your pocket.

If your case is not successful for any reason at all, then you owe us nothing. We put that in writing for you.

IS THERE A TIME DEADLINE TO FILE MY CASE?

In general, you must file your slip and fall case within three years of the incident date. For cases involving a public street or sidewalk, you must give written notice to the government agency very quickly after the incident. So, you should contact our lawyers immediately to avoid missing the filing deadlines.

HOW DO I START MY CASE?

It is super quick and easy to start your case. It takes less than 3 minutes.

Simply fill out the Free Case Review form on this page and a dedicated intake specialist will follow up with you. Or, if you prefer, give us a phone call and tell your story to one of our team members. Our specialists will review your case with our lawyers to see how we can help you.

If you have a case, we’ll send you our No Fee Unless You Win Agreement to quickly review. You can sign it on your computer or cell phone in just a matter of seconds. Once signed, we will start working on your case to get you fair compensation and restore your peace of mind.

Slip and Fall Settlement

Case Results

$1,425,000

Settlement for a fall on a Detroit fast food restaurant wet floor.

$1,325,000

Settlement for a fall caused by broken steps in Pontiac.

$1,000,000

Settlement for a defective stair railing in Lansing.

$675,000

Settlement for a fall on black ice at an apartment complex.

$485,000

Settlement for a fall caused by a Grand Rapids area sidewalk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sue if I fell on black ice in Michigan?

In Michigan, you can sue for a slip and fall on black ice in a number of situations. You must prove that you were unable to see the icy condition, or could not tell it was ice, before stepping on it. And, if the ice is under snow and causes you to fall, you likely can pursue a case.

Is a city liable for a fall on a broken sidewalk?

A city or other governmental entity may be liable if you fell on a broken or uneven sidewalk. In general, it must be a significant defect that caused your fall. For a sidewalk, the law requires a 2” height differential if you are suing for a trip on a raised piece of cement. Photographs are important evidence to prove your case.

What is the statute of limitations for a Michigan slip and fall case?

There is a three-year statute of limitations to file a slip and fall lawsuit in Michigan. If you miss this deadline, your case will be barred forever. It is important to call an attorney immediately after your fall to give you the best chance of winning a settlement.

Do most slip and fall cases settle out of court?

Most slip and fall cases settle out of court. However, you must first have a good case to start. Judges often even dismiss lawsuits on issues of negligence after they are filed. So, if an attorney accepts your case and it is not later dismissed by a judge, it is very likely that you will be paid an out of court settlement.

Can I sue if I fell down a stairway due to broken steps?

If you were injured on a broken step or a fall down a staircase due to defective railing, you can likely pursue a case. It must be proven that there was an actual defect on the step or stairway that caused your fall. The fact that you fell alone is not enough to pursue a case if there was nothing wrong with the condition of the property.

How do you prove negligence in a slip and fall case?

Negligence is proved by the specific facts of each case and depends on the condition that caused the fall. If a fall is due to a wet floor in a grocery store, negligence can be proven by showing the liquid was on the floor for a long time and not cleaned up. You can also show that the employees did not put out a “wet floor sign.”

For a fall on snow and ice, you can use weather records to show when the icy condition formed. Maintenance and snow plowing records can prove nothing was done to melt the ice or shovel the snow before the slip and fall.

Do I need to report a slip and fall?

It is smart to report a slip and fall accident. This way, you have documented proof at a later time if you decide to make a claim. Otherwise, the business will contend that it never happened because you did not file a report. Also, if you or someone else can take photos or video of the condition, that is great evidence to support your case.

What is the compensation in a slip and fall settlement case?

The amount of a slip and fall payout depends on the seriousness of the injury and the medical treatment for the condition. Other factors include the amount of medical bills and lost income caused by the injury. Every case is different and there is no “average” or “typical” slip and fall compensation payout amount of money.

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★★★★★ Medical Malpractice

Our sincere thanks and gratitude to Randy Blau and the staff at Buckfire and Buckfire. They have stood behind us for the last four years after our daughter passed away and helped us gain some sense of justice after such a tragic loss. We could not have sought the justice…

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★★★★★ Birth Injury/Cerebral Palsy

Larry Buckfire’s greatest concern was the future financial security of my child and I am grateful for his efforts. I would tell anybody who is unsure, embarrassed about the situation, or just distraught, to come to Larry because he knows how to take care of these problems. He knows how…

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