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A slip and fall happens in seconds, but the consequences can last a lifetime. When you’re dealing with serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and lost income because someone else failed to maintain safe conditions, you need more than sympathy. You need results.
In North Dakota, property owners have a legal responsibility to maintain safe conditions for anyone who visits their property. That means identifying hazards, fixing them promptly, and warning people when dangers can’t be addressed immediately. When they fail to meet this responsibility, people get hurt.
Slip and fall accidents are more common—and more serious—than most people realize. According to the CDC, each year, about 3 million emergency department visits are due to falls, and about 1 million fall-related hospitalizations occur among adults.
In Fargo, these accidents happen in predictable, preventable ways. Here are the most common hazards we see:
Fargo’s brutal winters create obvious dangers. Snow accumulates on walkways, ice forms on parking lots, and building entrances become treacherous.
Property owners know this happens every single year. There’s no excuse for failing to salt, sand, and clear pathways properly. Letting ice and snow pile up on stairs and sidewalks isn’t just careless; it’s how people suffer life-changing injuries. If you’ve been injured on an icy sidewalk in Fargo, property owners can be held accountable for failing to maintain safe conditions.
Hazards aren’t limited to winter weather. Inside buildings, dangers are just as common: grocery store employees mop floors without posting warning signs, restaurants ignore spills, retail stores leave merchandise blocking aisles, and building owners neglect worn carpeting, broken tiles, and poor lighting in stairwells. These aren’t accidents, they’re choices.
Some properties have dangerous conditions built right into them: broken handrails, uneven pavement, crumbling steps, and potholes in parking lots. Property owners see these problems every day. When they choose not to fix them, they’re choosing to put visitors at risk.
Even when property owners can’t fix a hazard immediately, they can warn people about it. A simple sign or barrier could prevent a serious injury. When they skip this basic step, they’re prioritizing convenience over safety.
Property owners know better. When their negligence causes your injury, we hold them accountable.
These aren’t minor bumps and bruises. Slip and fall accidents cause serious, often life-altering injuries. The sudden, unexpected nature of these falls means your body has no time to brace for impact, and the results can be devastating. About 37% of people who fall require medical treatment or have to restrict their activities—some for days, others for the rest of their lives.
Primary injuries from falls include:
Traumatic brain injuries: Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries. A hard impact to the head can result in concussions, skull fractures, or bleeding in the brain. These injuries can affect your memory, cognitive function, and ability to work or live independently.
Spinal cord injuries: Damage to the spine can lead to partial or complete paralysis, chronic pain, and permanent disability. Even “minor” spinal injuries can cause long-term complications that affect every aspect of your life.
Broken bones and fractures: Nearly 319,000 older people are hospitalized for hip fractures each year, but fractures aren’t limited to the hips. Wrists, arms, ankles, ribs, and facial bones are all vulnerable in a fall. These injuries often require surgery, months of physical therapy, and can leave you with permanent limitations.
Soft tissue injuries: Torn ligaments, damaged tendons, muscle strains, and rotator cuff tears may not show up on an X-ray immediately, but they cause severe pain and can require extensive treatment or surgery.
Beyond these primary injuries, slip and fall victims often face secondary complications that make recovery even harder. Immobility during healing can lead to blood clots, pneumonia, and muscle atrophy.
Chronic pain from the original injury can trigger depression and anxiety. Many people who fall become afraid of falling again, leading them to reduce activity, which actually increases their risk of future falls. It’s a vicious cycle that can rob people of their independence and quality of life.
This is where Dr. Andrew Georgi, our Medical Director, makes a critical difference. While other law firms rely on outside medical experts they consult occasionally, Dr. Georgi works directly with our legal team from day one. He’s not brought in as an afterthought; he’s involved in your case from the beginning.
As a Yale-educated physician who has worked on over 10,000 surgeries, Dr. Georgi identifies the full scope of your medical needs, both now and in the future. He understands that falls can cause serious head injuries, especially for people taking certain medications like blood thinners.
These are complications that might not be immediately obvious but can have life-threatening consequences if missed.
Insurance companies love to downplay injuries. They’ll suggest your pain isn’t that bad, your recovery should be quicker, or your treatment is excessive. Dr. Georgi’s expertise ensures we build cases around the true medical reality of your injuries, not the insurance company’s version of them. His testimony carries weight that insurance adjusters and juries take seriously.
This isn’t just an advantage—it’s often the difference between a lowball settlement offer and full compensation that actually covers your needs.
North Dakota law is clear: property owners must maintain reasonably safe conditions for people who visit their property. This isn’t a suggestion—it’s a legal duty. When they fail to meet this responsibility, and someone gets injured, they’re liable for the damages.
The stakes are high: each year, about 3 million emergency department visits are due to falls, many of which could have been prevented if property owners had simply done what the law requires.
How much care a property owner owes you depends on why you’re on their property. If you’re a customer in a store, a guest at a hotel, or a visitor at a business, you’re considered an “invitee.” Property owners owe invitees the highest duty of care. This means they must:
To hold a property owner accountable in North Dakota, we must prove they were negligent. That means showing:
These rules apply to all kinds of properties, but they’re especially important for commercial property owners like retail stores, restaurants, hotels, and office buildings. These businesses invite the public onto their property for profit, which means they have a heightened responsibility to keep conditions safe.
Government properties—city sidewalks, county buildings, state facilities—are also covered, though claims against government entities involve different procedures and shorter deadlines.
When property owners breach their duty of care, they don’t get to walk away from the consequences. At Lowe Law Group, we ensure they take responsibility for the harm they’ve caused.
Winning a slip and fall case requires more than just showing you got hurt. We need to prove the property owner’s negligence caused your injury. Insurance companies and defense attorneys will look for any reason to deny or minimize your claim, which is why we build cases that leave no room for doubt.
The reality is that within hours or days, the scene of your accident is going to change. Property owners will fix the hazard, clean up evidence, or claim they had no notice of the problem. That’s why it’s critical to work with a slip and fall attorney in Fargo as quickly as possible.
At Lowe Law Group, we move fast to:
Strong cases are built on solid evidence. We go beyond simple photos of the accident scene to gather:
This is where Dr. Georgi’s role becomes invaluable. He doesn’t just review your medical records after the fact; he’s involved in your case from the beginning.
Dr. Georgi:
Most law firms hire outside medical experts only when they need to, paying them by the hour to review records and maybe testify. We have Dr. Georgi on staff, working alongside our attorneys, building stronger cases from the start. This isn’t a luxury, it’s a strategic advantage that leads to better outcomes.
Beyond Dr. Georgi’s medical expertise, we bring in additional specialists as needed:
Evidence only matters if we connect it to the legal elements we need to prove. We build a narrative that shows:
This is strategic, methodical work. It’s how we turn “something bad happened” into “the defendant is legally responsible and here’s exactly what they owe.”
When a property owner’s negligence causes your injury, North Dakota law allows you to recover compensation for all the harm you’ve suffered. This isn’t a windfall; it’s about making you whole again after someone else’s carelessness changed your life.
This includes every dollar you’ve spent on treatment, and every dollar you’ll spend in the future:
Dr. Georgi’s assessment of your long-term medical needs is critical here. Insurance companies want to pay for what you’ve already spent and ignore what you’ll need later. We make sure your settlement or verdict covers the full scope of your medical care, from the emergency room to decades of future treatment if necessary.
If your injury kept you out of work, either temporarily or permanently, you’re entitled to compensation for:
Sometimes, slip and fall accidents are so severe that people who were previously working full-time can never return to their jobs, or cannot return at the same capacity. In these instances, we bring in economic experts who calculate what you’ve lost over your working lifetime—not just this year, but for the next 10, 20, or 30 years.
Some damages can’t be calculated in bills and paychecks. You’re also entitled to compensation for:
These damages are real, even if they’re harder to quantify. We present evidence like medical testimony, personal journals, and statements from family and friends to demonstrate the full impact on your life.
Depending on your situation, you may also recover:
We handle slip and fall cases on a contingency fee basis. That means there are no upfront costs to hire us, and we only get paid if we win your case.
Here’s how it works: If we win, a portion of your compensation goes to your legal team at Lowe Law Group. If we don’t win, you don’t owe us any attorney fees.
This isn’t charity, it’s about aligning our interests with yours. We only succeed when you succeed. It’s also about justice and equity. We believe everyone should have access to experienced legal representation, regardless of their financial situation. You shouldn’t have to choose between getting a lawyer and paying your medical bills.
As you recover from your injuries, there are some key laws that apply to slip and fall accidents in Fargo.
North Dakota’s statute of limitations is significantly longer than that of most other states. Only Maine has an equally long statute: six years. That means you have six years from the date of your fall to file a claim against the person, people, or organization responsible.
Should you wait six years? Although the legal system gives you the option to file anytime in that window, most knowledgeable personal injury attorneys recommend getting started much earlier on your case. Here’s why:
Evidence preservation: Within weeks or months, surveillance footage gets deleted, hazards get fixed, and physical evidence disappears. The scene of your accident won’t stay the same.
Witness memories: People forget details over time. Employees move to different jobs. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to locate witnesses and get accurate statements about what they saw.
Avoiding unnecessary suffering without compensation: You’re dealing with medical bills, lost wages, and financial stress right now—not six years from now. The sooner we build your case, the sooner we can pursue the compensation you need to move forward with your life.
It’s also important to speak with an attorney to determine if your circumstances are unique. For example, if you need to file a slip and fall claim against a government entity, you only have two years. Claims against city, county, state, or federal property require notice within 180 days and must be filed within two years—a drastically shorter timeline.
On the other hand, the discovery rule states that if your injuries were only discovered to be connected to a fall at a later point in time, you may be able to start the statute of limitations “clock” later. This can apply when injuries don’t manifest immediately or when the connection between your condition and the fall isn’t immediately apparent.
Don’t gamble with your legal rights. Contact Lowe Law Group to understand exactly how these deadlines apply to your specific situation.
While other firms try to interpret medical records they don’t fully understand, Dr. Georgi evaluates your injuries with a trained medical eye. He identifies long-term complications like traumatic brain injuries and hip fractures requiring extensive care. He explains complex medical issues to insurance adjusters and juries in clear language that they can’t dismiss. And he ensures your settlement accounts for the full scope of your injuries, not just what’s visible today.
Many of our attorneys used to work for the insurance companies and defense firms that now oppose us. When you’ve worked for the opposition, you gain a level of understanding that can’t be taught in law school. We know their tactics. We understand which pressure points work. We know which cases they fear taking to trial. We anticipate their arguments before they make them. Now we use that inside knowledge for our clients.
We’ve recovered $550 million for our clients and won 13,172 personal injury cases. To learn more about our results, check out our Victories page.
We understand Fargo’s harsh winter weather patterns and how they create hazards. We know local property owners, businesses, North Dakota courts and judges, and local jury expectations. This isn’t just familiarity—it’s a strategic advantage that strengthens every case we build.
We’re strategic, not reactive. We provide transparent communication with updates throughout the process. We offer honest, realistic advice without over-promising. There are no upfront costs—we work on a contingency fee basis. And we prepare every case for trial from day one, even though most settle before reaching a courtroom.
North Dakota gives you six years from the date of injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, claims against government entities require notice within 180 days and must be filed within two years.
Waiting years to pursue your case weakens it significantly. Evidence disappears, witnesses forget details, and you suffer financially without the compensation you deserve.
North Dakota follows a modified comparative fault rule. If you’re less than 50% at fault, you can still recover compensation, but your award is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you’re 30% at fault and awarded $100,000, you’d receive $70,000. If you’re 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover anything.
Insurance companies will try to inflate your fault percentage to reduce their payout. We counter this with strong evidence of the property owner’s negligence.
Very serious. About 37% of people who fall require medical treatment or activity restriction. Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injuries. Nearly 319,000 older people are hospitalized for hip fractures annually, and about 1 million fall-related hospitalizations occur each year. Beyond the initial injury, victims face long-term complications and secondary injuries that can permanently alter their lives.
Case value depends on the severity of your injuries, the extent of your medical treatment, how much work you’ve missed, whether you have permanent limitations, and the strength of evidence showing the property owner’s negligence. We can give you a realistic case evaluation during your free consultation.
Insurance companies have teams of lawyers protecting their interests, and property owners have defense attorneys. You’re at a significant disadvantage without experienced legal representation. We handle the legal complexities, gather evidence, deal with insurance companies, and fight for full compensation while you focus on recovery.
Even if a hazard is visible, property owners still have a duty to maintain safe conditions and warn people about dangers. We often prove that hazards weren’t as obvious as claimed—poor lighting, distractions, or the nature of the location can make dangers less apparent than the property owner suggests.
Slip and fall cases can be difficult if there is little evidence of the hazard or how long it existed. To succeed, you usually need to prove a dangerous condition caused your fall and that the owner failed to address it. Photos, surveillance footage, reports, and prompt medical treatment can help.
A serious fall can cause internal injuries such as internal bleeding, organ damage, head trauma, spinal injuries, broken ribs, and damage to the abdomen or chest. Because these injuries are not always visible right away, medical evaluation is important after a fall, especially if symptoms worsen or new pain develops.
Some injuries from a fall do not appear right away. Delayed symptoms may include headaches, dizziness, neck or back pain, swelling, numbness, abdominal pain, confusion, or reduced range of motion. Because symptoms can worsen over time, it is important to seek medical care promptly and monitor any changes after the fall.
If you were injured in a slip and fall accident in Fargo or anywhere in North Dakota, you deserve compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain, and suffering. You shouldn’t have to fight property owners and insurance companies on your own.
When you contact Lowe Law Group, we’ll:
This consultation is free. There’s no obligation. We’ll tell you straight whether we think you have a case worth pursuing.
You’ve already been hurt by someone else’s negligence. Let us handle the legal fight while you focus on healing. We’re ready to hold property owners accountable and win the compensation you deserve.
Your priority now is to heal. Ours is to win your case. Here’s our 3-Step Approach:
Let us listen to your story. We’ll provide a free, no pressure case evaluation.
Our team handles everything: the legal process, gathering paperwork, reviewing your medical treatment, and more.
We win your case and maximize your compensation or we don’t get paid, guaranteed.
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