Who is responsible for a fall on ice injury in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, if you fall on ice on someone else's propertyand are injured, you may have a right to bring a personal injury claim. This depends on certain factors.

There are two main types of cases. First, when there has been a general snowfall or accumulation of ice. In this type of case, you must be able to prove that the property owner and/or company responsible for
cleaning the snow/ice failed to clear the snow/ice within a reasonable amount of time. You would also need to prove that there was a sufficient amount of snow/ice build up (called the "hills and ridges" doctrine).

A second type of case is when there is an isolated patch of ice (as opposed to generalized snow/ice conditions blanketing the area). Two possible scenarios exist here. The patch of ice could have formed due to a melt/refreeze condition. Or, there could be a condition to the property that caused the ice to form there. (Such as a leaking gutter or downspout, or a hole or depression on the walkway or driveway in which ice formed).
The property owner and company responsible to clean the property is responsible for searching out patches of ices and properly treating or removing them by applying salt, cinders or, for example, by scraping.

When you are researching or investigating a fall on ice injury or a slip and fall injury, it's important to determine the: property owner, property manager and whether there was a snow/ice contractor hired.

It is also important to contact an experienced slip and fall injury lawyer. We have decades of experience handling these cases in Montgomery County, Chester County, Berks County and the Philadelphia area. If you've been injured due to a fall on ice and need help, call us today at (610) 792-3304. We can give you an evaluation of your case and explain your rights. It is important that you not speak to the insurance company for the responsible party or give any statements before consulting with a lawyer. The insurance company will attempt to get a statement from you to use against you later.

Our firm has been dedicated to successfully helping clients in the Royersford, Limerick, Collegeville, Pottstown, Douglassville and Phoenixville areas for many years. We have over 65+ years of combined experience.