Slip and Fall Lawyer St. Cloud, MN
At Milavetz Injury Law, P.A., our St. Cloud slip and fall lawyers have been holding negligent property owners accountable since 1963, recovering more than $500 million for Minnesotans. If you were hurt on someone else’s property, we handle your claim from start to finish — no upfront costs, no fees unless we win. Our St. Cloud office is located at 3700 West Division Street, Suite 111, serving clients throughout Stearns County and central Minnesota.
We’ve Secured Millions for Minnesota Personal Injury Victims
$1.4
Million
recovered after a school bus accident
$1
MILLION
recovered in a multi-vehicle collision
$567
THOUSAND
recovered for the wrongful death of a minor in a traffic accident
How We Can Help You
When a property owner’s negligence causes your injuries, they and their insurers will fight to minimize what they pay. Our attorneys investigate the accident, gather evidence, identify all liable parties, and build a strong claim on your behalf. We handle all communications with the property owner and their insurance company, calculate the full value of your damages, and negotiate — or litigate — for maximum compensation.
Where Slip and Fall Accidents Happen in St. Cloud
Slip and fall accidents can happen almost anywhere a property is poorly maintained. Our attorneys regularly handle cases involving falls at grocery stores and retailers, restaurants and bars, parking lots and sidewalks, hospitals and medical facilities, schools and daycare centers, office buildings, government buildings, and construction sites.
Regardless of where your accident happened, if a property owner failed to maintain safe conditions or warn visitors of known hazards, our team can help you pursue compensation.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
Most slip and fall accidents are preventable. Common causes we see in St. Cloud include wet or slippery floors without warning signs, ice and snow accumulation on walkways and parking lots, uneven or broken flooring and pavement, poor lighting in stairwells and parking areas, missing or defective handrails, and loose rugs or carpeting.
Minnesota winters create particular hazards for pedestrians. Property owners in St. Cloud have a duty to address ice and snow accumulation on their premises in a reasonable time. When they fail to do so, they can be held liable for injuries that result.
Speak with a St. Cloud slip and fall attorney — contact us for a free case evaluation.
What You Need to Prove in a Slip and Fall Claim
Slip and fall cases fall under Minnesota premises liability law. To recover compensation, you generally need to show that the property owner had a duty of care to keep the premises reasonably safe, a dangerous condition existed, the owner knew or should have known about the hazard, and the hazard directly caused your accident and injuries.
Property owners rarely admit fault. Our attorneys build evidence-backed cases using accident reports, surveillance footage, photographs, witness statements, and health and safety records to establish liability on your behalf.
Injuries and Compensation
Slip and fall injuries can range from minor bruises to life-altering conditions. Common injuries include fractures — particularly hip, wrist, and ankle fractures — traumatic brain injuries from head impact, spinal cord injuries, and soft tissue damage to knees and shoulders.
If a property owner’s negligence caused your accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and — in the event of a fatality — wrongful death damages. Minnesota does not cap personal injury compensation — your claim reflects the full scope of your losses.
Contact us for a free case evaluation today.
What Minnesota Law Means for Your Claim
Comparative fault: You can still recover compensation even if you were partially at fault for your fall, as long as your share is below 50% (Minnesota Statute § 604.01). Your payout is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Statute of limitations: You have six years from the date of your accident to file a slip and fall lawsuit (Minnesota Statute § 541.05). If your fall occurred on government property, different notice requirements and shorter deadlines may apply — contact our team as soon as possible.
Let Milavetz Injury Law, P.A. Fight for You
Property owners and their insurers have legal teams working to minimize your claim from day one. Milavetz Injury Law, P.A. — recognized by Minnesota Super Lawyers, Best Law Firms 2024, and Top 40 Personal Injury Attorneys — levels the playing field. We handle every case on a contingency fee basis, no fees unless we win.
Call us or visit our contact page to schedule your free consultation today.
FAQs
Liability typically falls on the property owner or occupier who allowed a dangerous condition to exist. This can include private businesses, landlords, government entities, or individuals. In some cases, more than one party may share liability. Our attorneys investigate every potential source of responsibility to maximize your recovery.
You generally have six years from the date of the accident under Minnesota’s personal injury statute of limitations. However, if your fall occurred on government-owned property, you may need to file a formal notice within 180 days. Contact us as soon as possible after your accident.
You can still recover compensation under Minnesota’s comparative fault rule, as long as you were less than 50% responsible for the accident. Your compensation is reduced proportionally to your share of fault. Insurance companies often try to shift blame onto you — our attorneys counter these tactics to protect the full value of your claim.
The strongest slip and fall cases are supported by photographs of the hazard and your injuries taken at the scene, surveillance footage from the property, incident or accident reports, witness contact information, and your medical records. The sooner you document the scene and seek medical attention, the stronger your claim.
You are not required to have an attorney, but having one significantly improves your outcome. Property owners and insurers have experienced legal teams. Without representation, you risk accepting a settlement that fails to cover your full medical costs, lost income, and other damages. Our attorneys handle every aspect of your case so you can focus on recovery.
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