Can I sue if I slip and fall on snow or ice?

Yes — property owners in Connecticut are legally obligated to remove snow and ice within a reasonable time after a storm. If they fail to do so and you’re injured as a result, you may have grounds for a premises liability claim.

Who can be held liable for a snow and ice accident?

Liability may fall on: Homeowners Landlords Business owners Property management companies In some cases, municipalities It depends on who is responsible for maintaining the area where you were injured (e.g., sidewalk, parking lot, steps).

What is the "ongoing storm doctrine"?

This legal principle holds that property owners are generally not liable for falls during an active snowstorm — they’re allowed a reasonable time after the storm ends to clear snow and ice. However, there are exceptions, and owners must still avoid making conditions worse.

What evidence is important in a snow and ice injury case?

To strengthen your case: Take photos/videos of the icy condition ASAP Report the fall to the property owner or manager Get witness names and contact info Seek medical attention Contact a personal injury attorney promptly Preserving time-sensitive evidence is key in these cases.

Do I need a lawyer for a snow and ice claim?

Yes. Snow and ice cases can be difficult to prove, and property owners often deny fault. At Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C., we: Investigate maintenance records and weather reports Identify responsible parties Build strong liability arguments Fight for fair compensation for your injuries

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As Connecticut injury attorneys, our team at Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C. understands the hazards that caused by cold weather and poor conditions. Each year snow and ice related accidents injure hundreds of people. If you have been injured due to premises negligence, road conditions, or another accident induced by snow or ice, contact our Waterbury snow and ice injury lawyers. We can provide the legal counsel you need to recover compensation effectively. Get started on your case today.

During the winter season, it is important for a property owner to keep the snow shoveled and salt on the ice to prevent injuries. It is an unfortunate reality that many property owners don’t follow through with these precautions, and as a result, many people are injured due to negligence. If the property owner has put his or her visitors at risk (especially on surfaces involving an incline or stairs), you may be able to file a suit against them.

You could have a case if you slipped and experienced any of the following injuries:

If you slipped and injured yourself, it is imperative that you see a doctor for your injuries. Depending on the severity of your injuries, you could be entitled to more compensation. Serious injuries, like brain injuries and spinal injuries, could impact your entire life. That is why you should seek legal assistance from a Waterbury snow or ice injury lawyer. Our team at Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C. can help you secure the amount you need to cover medical bills, treatment costs, pain and suffering, and more.

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Can I sue if I slip and fall on snow or ice?
Yes — property owners in Connecticut are legally obligated to remove snow and ice within a reasonable time after a storm. If they fail to do so and you’re injured as a result, you may have grounds for a premises liability claim.
Who can be held liable for a snow and ice accident?
Liability may fall on:

Homeowners
Landlords
Business owners
Property management companies
In some cases, municipalities

It depends on who is responsible for maintaining the area where you were injured (e.g., sidewalk, parking lot, steps).
What is the "ongoing storm doctrine"?
This legal principle holds that property owners are generally not liable for falls during an active snowstorm — they’re allowed a reasonable time after the storm ends to clear snow and ice. However, there are exceptions, and owners must still avoid making conditions worse.
What evidence is important in a snow and ice injury case?
To strengthen your case:

Take photos/videos of the icy condition ASAP
Report the fall to the property owner or manager
Get witness names and contact info
Seek medical attention
Contact a personal injury attorney promptly

Preserving time-sensitive evidence is key in these cases.
Do I need a lawyer for a snow and ice claim?
Yes. Snow and ice cases can be difficult to prove, and property owners often deny fault. At Fitzpatrick Santos Sousa Perugini P.C., we:

Investigate maintenance records and weather reports
Identify responsible parties
Build strong liability arguments
Fight for fair compensation for your injuries