Top 5 Places Where Slip and Fall Accidents Happen in NYC

Everyday Places. Serious Injuries.

Slip and fall accidents are more common in NYC than many realize—and they often result in serious injuries like broken bones, concussions, and long-term mobility issues. Here are the top five locations where these incidents frequently occur—and who may be held responsible.

1. Sidewalks and Curbs

With NYC’s ever-changing weather and cracked pavements, public sidewalks are a major hazard.

• Liability: Property owners, or the City (with strict time limits for claims).

2. Subway Platforms and Stations

Poor lighting, wet floors, and overcrowding make subways a high-risk zone.

• Liability: The MTA or related agencies, with shorter deadlines and special filing procedures.

3. Grocery Stores and Supermarkets

Spilled liquids, leaky freezers, and unattended items cause hundreds of falls each year.

• Liability: Store owners or employees, if they failed to act within a “reasonable time.”

4. Apartment Building Hallways and Lobbies

Poor lighting, loose carpeting, or icy entranceways often result in tenant and guest injuries.

• Liability: Building management or landlords who neglect maintenance.

5. Restaurants and Bars

Slippery floors near kitchens and restrooms are common hazards.

• Liability: Business owners or employees, especially if they knew (or should have known) about the danger.

Injured? Don’t Wait.

In New York, you only have a limited time to file a slip and fall claim. At Almeida Law PC, we’ll help determine who’s at fault, gather the evidence, and demand full compensation for your injuries.