Snow and Ice Slip-and-Fall Lawyer in Monmouth County, NJ

The Law Office of Tara Breslow is located directly across the street from the Monmouth County Superior Court, providing immediate access to filings, hearings, and court proceedings when timing and evidence preservation are critical.

Snow and ice injuries are among the most common—and most aggressively defended—personal injury cases in New Jersey. Property owners, commercial landlords, and municipalities often deny responsibility, arguing weather conditions were “natural” or unavoidable.

At the Law Office of Tara Breslow, we represent individuals injured in snow- and ice-related slip and fall accidents throughout Monmouth County from an office located directly across the street from the Monmouth County Superior Court. Our courthouse-adjacent location allows prompt legal action when conditions change quickly and evidence must be preserved.

REAL-WORLD SNOW & ICE INJURY SCENARIOS

Story 1: The Icy Sidewalk Outside a Professional Office
A client was walking into a professional building on a winter morning after an overnight freeze. The sidewalk appeared clear but contained black ice caused by refreezing meltwater. There was no salt and no warning signage. The fall resulted in a shoulder injury requiring months of physical therapy.

Legal Issue:

Commercial property owners in New Jersey must take reasonable steps to address known or recurring icy conditions, particularly during normal business hours.

Story 2: Improper Snow Piling Near a Walkway
Following a snowstorm, a property owner piled snow near a parking lot pedestrian path. As temperatures fluctuated, meltwater flowed across the walkway and refroze overnight. A slip and fall caused a serious knee injury.

Legal Issue:

Improper snow removal that creates artificial or refreezing hazards can establish liability, even when snow initially fell naturally.

Story 3: Apartment Complex With Prior Notice of Ice
A tenant had previously complained about icy stairways during winter storms. Despite notice, no salting or treatment was performed. A fall resulted in a significant back injury.

Legal Issue:
Prior notice combined with failure to act strongly supports premises liability.

COMMON SNOW & ICE HAZARDS

– Black ice on sidewalks and entryways
– Snow melt that refreezes overnight
– Parking lot and crosswalk ice
– Icy staircases and ramps
– Failure to salt or treat during business hours

NEW JERSEY SNOW & ICE LAW

Snow and ice liability cases depend on how the hazardous condition formed and whether the property owner exercised reasonable care. Courts examine factors such as natural accumulation versus man-made conditions, improper snow removal, timing of the storm, notice of ice, and whether the property is commercial or residential.

WHY IMMEDIATE LEGAL ACTION MATTERS

Snow and ice conditions change quickly. Ice melts, weather shifts, and surveillance footage is often overwritten within days. Our location directly across the street from the Monmouth County Superior Court allows us to act quickly to preserve evidence and advance your claim.

COMMON INJURIES FROM SNOW & ICE FALLS

– Shoulder and rotator cuff injuries
– Knee injuries, including meniscus and ligament tears
– Hip fractures
– Back and spinal injuries
– Wrist and arm fractures

COMPENSATION MAY INCLUDE

– Medical expenses and future care
– Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
– Pain and suffering
– Permanent injury or disability

SERVING ALL OF MONMOUTH COUNTY

Red Bank • Freehold • Long Branch • Middletown • Asbury Park • Wall Township • Ocean Township • Marlboro • Colts Neck