Slip and Fall Lawyer in Michigan

Slipped on ice in front of a store? Fell down a broken staircase? Tripped over exposed cabling? You may have a premises liability case.

Michigan's 'Open and Obvious' Doctrine — And How It Changed

For years, property owners in Michigan hid behind the 'open and obvious' doctrine to avoid liability. A 2023 Michigan Supreme Court decision (Kandil-Elsayed v. F & E Oil) changed that. Open-and-obvious is no longer a total bar — it's now a factor in the comparative fault analysis. That's great news for injured people, and we know how to use it.

What We Need to Prove

• The property owner owed you a duty of care
• There was a dangerous condition
• The owner knew or should have known about it
• The owner failed to fix or warn about it
• That failure caused your injury

Common Slip and Fall Causes

Icy sidewalks and parking lots, wet floors without warning signs, broken stairs, loose handrails, inadequate lighting, potholes, torn carpet, exposed wiring, spills left unattended, and uneven pavement.

Evidence That Wins Slip and Fall Cases

Incident reports, surveillance footage (which often gets overwritten quickly), weather data, witness statements, photos of the hazard, maintenance logs, and cleaning schedules. We send preservation letters immediately to lock down the video before it disappears.

Why These Cases Are Worth Taking Seriously

A slip and fall isn't a minor case. Broken hips, spinal injuries, head trauma, and long rehabilitation can easily turn a fall into a six-figure case. Don't let anyone tell you it's not worth pursuing until you talk to us.