Category Archive: Slips and falls

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere in Hackensack—from grocery stores along River Street to office buildings near Main Street and apartment complexes throughout Bergen County. While these incidents may seem straightforward, proving a successful claim is not always simple. If you were injured due to a hazardous condition on someone else’s property, the strength of your case will depend heavily on the evidence you are able to present. A Hackensack slip and fall lawyer at Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. can help you gather, preserve, and use read more

Paramus is one of the busiest retail destinations in New Jersey, drawing millions of shoppers each year to places such as Garden State Plaza and Bergen Town Center. With so much foot traffic moving through parking lots daily, slip and fall accidents happen often. A patch of black ice after a winter storm, a drainage problem that pools water near an entrance, or a cracked curb left unrepaired can turn an ordinary errand into a painful experience with lasting consequences.

How Common Are Parking Lot Injuries?

Parking lots are among the most read more

Staircases are everywhere: in homes, apartment buildings, offices, and shopping centers. Most of us climb them every day without giving them a second thought. Yet stairs remain one of the most common locations for serious personal injury. When property owners neglect maintenance or ignore safety standards, people get hurt. The results can be devastating: broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal damage, and months of recovery. Recognizing what makes a staircase dangerous helps you spot hazards and understand your rights if you are injured in a slip read more

Shopping malls in Bergen County draw millions of visitors each year, and the Garden State Plaza in Paramus and the Bergen Town Center in Paramus are among the busiest retail destinations in New Jersey. While most shoppers arrive looking for a good deal or a meal at the food court, some leave with far more than they bargained for, a painful slip and fall injury that can change their life in an instant. 

Who Is Responsible When Someone Falls at a New Jersey Mall?

Mall owners and property managers in New Jersey have a legal duty to keep read more

A slip and fall in a New Jersey store can turn a routine shopping trip into a painful ordeal, leaving you with injuries from wet floors or cluttered displays. In New Jersey, thousands of premises liability accidents occur each year, and injured shoppers have the right to hold retailers accountable for unsafe conditions. This guide explains how to pursue a slip and fall lawsuit against a store, navigate New Jersey’s laws, and find the right retail injury lawyer to protect your rights in New Jersey and New York.

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Slip and Fall vs. Trip and Fall: Why the Difference Matters in Your Case

If you were injured in a fall on someone else’s property, you might assume it was “just an accident.” But under the law, the nature of your fall can significantly impact your chances of receiving compensation. There’s a crucial distinction between a slip and fall, and a trip and fall and understanding that difference can determine whether your case is successful. At Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C., our experienced personal injury attorneys help clients across read more

Slip and fall liability is an important legal issue when someone is injured due to unsafe conditions on another person’s property. In places like Paramus, New Jersey, these accidents can happen anywhere, from grocery store aisles to icy sidewalks, often leaving victims with serious injuries and a long road to recovery. Learn about the most common causes of slip and fall incidents, how slip and fall liability is determined under New Jersey law, and the key steps to take if you're considering legal action. Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. provides clear read more

Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. Obtains $2,225,075.00 Jury Verdict

As published in Verdict Search: Desmond v. East Main Street Property Inc. - published report On February 18, 2025, following a two-week jury trial in New York City, Joseph Stimmel of Varcadipane & Pinnisi, P.C. secured a $2.25 million verdict in favor of the Firm’s clients who sustained injuries as a result of a trip and fall accident. The Firm’s client suffered a traumatic brain injury and chronic post-concussion syndrome because of the accident, which significantly read more