Slip and fall accidents happen fast—but the impact on your health and finances can last for months or even years. If you’ve been injured in a mall slip and fall in North Carolina, it’s important to know your legal rights.
At Burt’s Law, PLLC, we represent individuals across the state who are hurt due to unsafe property conditions, including those in shopping malls. Here’s what you should know if you’ve taken a painful fall on someone else’s property.
🧯 What Is Premises Liability in North Carolina?
Slip and fall accidents are part of what’s called premises liability law. That means mall owners and businesses have a legal responsibility to keep their property reasonably safe for visitors.
In order to bring a successful claim, you must prove that:
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⚠️ A hazardous condition existed (like a spill, loose flooring, or poor lighting),
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👀 The property owner or employee knew or should have known about the danger,
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❌ They failed to fix the issue or post a clear warning in a reasonable amount of time.
For example, if someone spills a drink in the food court and no one cleans it up or puts up a warning sign for hours, the mall could be liable for your injuries.
🤕 Common Causes of Mall Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and falls can happen anywhere in a mall—common problem areas include:
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Food courts with wet floors or grease spills 🍔
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Slippery tile entryways during rainy weather 🌧️
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Escalator platforms with worn mats or poor lighting ⚡
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Unmarked construction or maintenance zones 🚧
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Loose carpeting or cracked flooring tiles 🪵
These accidents can lead to serious injuries like:
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Broken bones 🦴
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Concussions or traumatic brain injuries 🧠
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Back or neck injuries 🪖
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Hip fractures, especially for older adults
😟 Why Mall Slip and Fall Cases Are Tough in NC
North Carolina is one of only a few states that still follows contributory negligence. That means if you are found even 1% at fault, you may be barred from recovering any compensation.
So if the property owner claims you were distracted, texting, or not watching where you were going—you could lose your case, even if their negligence caused the hazard.
🛑 This makes it critical to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
📸 What to Do Immediately After a Slip and Fall in a Mall
If you’ve been injured, follow these steps to protect your rights:
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Take photos of the hazard and surrounding area (before it’s cleaned up).
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Get contact info from witnesses who saw your fall.
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Report the incident to mall or store management and ask for a copy of the report.
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Seek medical attention right away—even if injuries seem minor.
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Do NOT sign any documents or speak to an insurance adjuster without a lawyer.
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Call Burt’s Law, PLLC to evaluate your case for free.
💰 What Compensation Can You Recover?
If your case is successful, you may be entitled to compensation for:
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🏥 Medical expenses (hospital bills, therapy, prescriptions)
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💼 Lost wages and loss of earning potential
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😣 Pain and suffering
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🚑 Long-term disability or disfigurement
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💊 Future medical care
👩⚖️ Why Choose Burt’s Law, PLLC?
At Burt’s Law, PLLC, we don’t just handle cases—we fight for justice. Our team knows how to investigate slip and fall claims, gather powerful evidence, and negotiate with tough insurance companies.
We represent clients throughout Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, Fayetteville, and beyond.
📞 Call us now at (866) BURTS-LAW
🌐 Visit us at www.burtslaw-nc.com
✅ Free consultation. No fee unless we win.
