Re: Slip and Fall at Former Employer

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You've got a statute of limitations problem. That's the
period of time in which you must bring suit, or be forever
barred from suit. Typically, within two years from the date
of loss. Check with your local attorney.

Additionally, the parking lot may not be
considered "premises" over which the employer had control
and may not have been held liable for your injury anyway.

Finally, the "open and obvious" doctrine is extremely
difficult to overcome. Even ice, yes, even black ice.

Best of luck with your recovery.

On 8/22/07, Curious wrote:
> 2 years ago as I was walking into work, I slipped on ice
> in the parking lot of my former employer and broke my
> ankle. I required surgery, along with a plate and screws
> and a long process of physical therapy. It was considered
> a workers comp issue and everything was taken care of in
> terms of surgery and PT. Now 2 years later, I have major
> discoloration along with "pins & needle" pain every once
> in a while. I was also an athlete who can no longer play
> certain spots due to the injury. I don't know NY laws,
> but can I still sue my former employer?