{"id":5198,"date":"2026-11-01T15:14:38","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T15:14:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/slip-and-fall-lawyer-georgia\/slip-and-fall-injury-lawyer\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T01:43:39","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T01:43:39","slug":"slip-and-fall-injury-lawyer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/slip-and-fall-lawyer-georgia\/slip-and-fall-injury-lawyer\/","title":{"rendered":"Slip and Fall Lawyer in Georgia: Free Consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-5196\" alt=\"A grocery store aisle with a yellow wet-floor sign beside freshly mopped tile, while an investigator in a dark jacket photographs the floor.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-grocery-store-aisle-with-a-yellow-wet-floor-sign-beside-fr-photo.jpg\" width=\"1584\" height=\"672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-grocery-store-aisle-with-a-yellow-wet-floor-sign-beside-fr-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-grocery-store-aisle-with-a-yellow-wet-floor-sign-beside-fr-photo-300x127.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-grocery-store-aisle-with-a-yellow-wet-floor-sign-beside-fr-photo-768x326.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-grocery-store-aisle-with-a-yellow-wet-floor-sign-beside-fr-photo-1024x434.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-grocery-store-aisle-with-a-yellow-wet-floor-sign-beside-fr-photo-1536x652.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-grocery-store-aisle-with-a-yellow-wet-floor-sign-beside-fr-photo.jpg 1584w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1085px) 1085px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Slip and Fall Lawyer | Clayton County, Atlanta, Decatur, Macon &amp; Augusta<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt in a Slip and Fall? Talk With a Georgia Lawyer Today<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has represented injured people in Georgia since 1999. Your first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Why Injured Georgians Call Us<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--star chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">1999<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">In practice since<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">5<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Georgia offices<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock chg-stat-ico\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">24\/7<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Call availability<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Terance Madden \u00b7 Published November 1, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"\/guides\/slip-and-fall-lawyer-georgia\/\">slip and fall lawyer<\/a> helps people hurt on property they do not own show that the owner was responsible. In Georgia, the core question is whether the owner or occupier used ordinary care to keep the property safe. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. has practiced since 1999 and offers a free, confidential first consultation.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Slip and Fall Injury Case Is in Georgia<\/h2>\n<p>A slip and fall case is a premises liability claim. It applies when you are hurt on property you do not own or control because of a hazard the owner should have fixed or warned you about.<\/p>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-3-1<\/a>, an owner or occupier who invites people onto its premises for a lawful purpose must use ordinary care in keeping the premises and approaches safe. The facts of the hazard usually decide whether that duty was met.<\/p>\n<p>Common places for these falls include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Grocery and retail stores<\/li>\n<li>Restaurants and hotels<\/li>\n<li>Apartment complexes and their stairwells<\/li>\n<li>Parking lots and sidewalks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Typical causes include wet floors without warning signs, uneven flooring, torn carpet, poor lighting, broken handrails, and ice or debris left in place.<\/p>\n<p>Apartment falls raise a separate question. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t44-ch1-7-(v31)-2010-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 44-7-14<\/a>, a landlord that has fully parted with possession is not responsible to third persons for damages from a tenant&#8217;s negligence. The landlord stays responsible for defective construction and for failing to keep the premises in repair.<\/p>\n<p>This page is for adults hurt in a fall on someone else&#8217;s property who are weighing whether to talk with a lawyer.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you fell on someone else&#x27;s property and are still hurting or worried about bills, you do not have to sort out your options alone. Our team can review your fall in a free, confidential consultation. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/11\/a-person-walks-down-a-staircase-photographed-from-above-with-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A person walks down a staircase, photographed from above, with strong geometric lines in the steps and railings.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What a Slip and Fall Claim Can Cover<\/h2>\n<p>A slip and fall claim can seek money for the losses your injury caused. Those losses often include medical bills, lost income, and other costs.<\/p>\n<p>Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-2<\/a>, general damages are presumed to flow from the wrong and can be recovered without proof of an amount. Special damages actually flow from the act and must be proved.<\/p>\n<p>Items that may be claimed include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical care, such as emergency treatment, imaging, surgery, physical therapy, and medication<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages and reduced ability to earn<\/li>\n<li>Necessary expenses, such as mileage to appointments and medical equipment, which <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-7<\/a> treats as a legitimate item in the damages estimate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For medical bills, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-1.1<\/a> limits special damages to the reasonable value of medically necessary care. If you have health insurance, the evidence can include both the amounts charged and the amounts the insurance contract requires to satisfy those charges.<\/p>\n<p>When the whole injury is to peace, happiness, or feelings, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-6<\/a> leaves the measure to the enlightened consciences of impartial jurors.<\/p>\n<p>Serious falls can cause fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries, and hip or ankle damage. Some need long-term care. The firm&#8217;s catastrophic injury practice covers the most severe cases.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Free Case Evaluation Works<\/h2>\n<p>The free case evaluation starts with a call or online form. The consultation is free and confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>First contact.<\/strong> Call the firm&#8217;s line, which is available 24\/7, or use the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">firm&#8217;s contact page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Free, confidential consultation.<\/strong> Describe the fall, your injuries, and any treatment so far. The consultation carries no obligation to continue.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Record review.<\/strong> Details such as the facts of the incident, your medical records, and photos can be shared with the firm during your consultation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Legal questions.<\/strong> The lawyer explains who may be responsible and what the next steps could be.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Written agreement.<\/strong> If you decide to move forward, you can ask questions about the terms before you sign anything.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>What to bring: the date and place of the fall, witness names, photos, discharge papers, and bills or pay records. Bring what you have. Bring what you have to the consultation.<\/p>\n<h2>Evidence and Steps to Take After a Fall<\/h2>\n<p>The most useful steps after a fall are getting medical care and recording what happened while it is fresh.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Get medical care.<\/strong> Follow treatment instructions. Your medical records are central to proving your injury.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Take photos.<\/strong> Capture the hazard, the surrounding area, the lighting, and your footwear once it is safe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Write it down.<\/strong> Note the time, place, weather, and what you were doing before the fall.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collect names.<\/strong> Get witness names and contact details. Ask the property staff for a copy of any incident report.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keep records.<\/strong> Save receipts, pay stubs, and a simple journal of pain, missed activities, and appointments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Think before you talk.<\/strong> Insurers may ask for a recorded statement. Early words can shape your claim, so review those questions with a lawyer first.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These records matter because special damages must be proved under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-2<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Clients Work With T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C.<\/h2>\n<p>T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C. is a Georgia personal injury firm that has practiced since 1999.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Terance Madden is the responsible lawyer for this page.<\/li>\n<li>Shenia Madden is also a lawyer at the firm.<\/li>\n<li>Our team includes lawyers and support staff.<\/li>\n<li>Offices are in Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta.<\/li>\n<li>The firm also handles car and truck accidents, motorcycle and e-bike crashes, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, negligent security, and catastrophic injury cases.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In a slip and fall claim, the facts of the fall, including where the hazard was and what the property owner did about it, are often central. Those facts shape how the claim is built and which records to gather.<\/p>\n<p>Documenting the fall and organizing medical records are part of building a claim. Georgia clients can reach the firm by phone or visit one of its offices.<\/p>\n<h2>Fees, Costs, and the Free Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n<p>The firm works on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis, but you may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions About Slip and Fall Lawyers in Georgia<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long do I have to file a slip and fall lawsuit?<\/summary><p>Georgia generally requires an <a href=\"https:\/\/efast.gaappeals.gov\/download?filingId=11df499d-b267-4d6e-b9c5-d61d572a84e5\">injury-to-person lawsuit<\/a> to be filed within two years after the right of action accrues, under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>. Acting early keeps your options open.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I recover damages if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Yes, Georgia reduces your damages by your percentage of fault. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>, you recover nothing if you are 50 percent or more responsible.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need a lawyer if my injuries seem minor?<\/summary><p>A consultation can review your injuries, your bills, and the owner&#8217;s conduct. That review helps you understand the next step.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Will the property owner&#8217;s insurer contact me?<\/summary><p>Insurers may reach out early. Talk with the firm before you give any recorded statement.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Where are the firm&#8217;s offices?<\/summary><p>The firm has offices in Jonesboro (Clayton County), Atlanta, Decatur, Macon, and Augusta. It serves Georgia clients from these locations.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/green-steps-with-black-and-yellow-caution-tape-marking-a-haz-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Green steps with black and yellow caution tape across them in an interior hallway.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk With a Lawyer About Your Fall This Week<\/h2>\n<p>You can start a free case evaluation today if you fell on a wet floor, in a parking lot, or on a broken stair and are still in treatment. Call the firm&#8217;s 24\/7 line or send a request through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a>. The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a licensed Georgia attorney regarding your specific legal situation. T. Madden &amp; Associates, P.C., 114 S. Main St., Jonesboro, GA 30236, (770) 978-6711.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What to Expect When You Contact Our Firm<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free, Confidential Consultation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your first consultation is free and confidential, with no obligation to continue after it.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Fee Unless There Is a Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our fee is contingent on a recovery. You may still be responsible for court costs and case expenses.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lawyers and Staff Who Listen<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team takes time to understand what happened, how you were hurt, and how it has affected your life.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--clock\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Available 24\/7<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call us at any hour to start your free case evaluation and ask your questions.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Protect Your Evidence Early<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photograph the hazard, your injuries, and the surrounding area as soon as you safely can. Keep every receipt, medical record, and note about the fall. Evidence can be hard to recover once it is gone.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Start Your Free Case Evaluation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Common Slip and Fall Settings<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stores and Restaurants<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wet floors, spills, loose mats, and merchandise left in aisles can cause serious falls.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Parking Lots and Walkways<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cracked pavement, potholes, ice, and poor drainage create hazards for shoppers and visitors.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Apartments and Office Buildings<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Broken stairs, missing handrails, and poorly lit hallways can lead to injuries for tenants and visitors.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public and Private Property<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hazards at parks, event venues, and other properties can result in falls that change your life.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-secondary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--secondary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk With Our Team About Your Slip and Fall<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17707569311\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tmaddenlaw.com\/contact\/\">Schedule Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related practice areas<\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Georgia Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer | Free Consultation<\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li><a href=\"\/guides\/slip-and-fall-lawyer-georgia\/what-is-a-typical-amount-of-pain-and-suffering\/\">What is a typical amount of pain and suffering?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/nav>\n<!-- \/chg:section-siblings -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hurt in a slip and fall in Georgia? 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