Slip and Fall Victory in Waltham: Holding Landlords Accountable for Unsafe Conditions

At New England Law Group, many of our clients come to us after feeling overlooked or frustrated by other law firms. We take pride in giving every case the attention, urgency, and strategy it deserves. That commitment made all the difference in a recent slip and fall case we successfully resolved in Waltham, Massachusetts.

A Preventable Slip and Fall Accident on Moody Street

Our client, a young woman in her twenties, was injured after slipping and falling on an icy exterior staircase at a multifamily residence near Moody Street in Waltham. The fall occurred just a few days after a snowstorm while she was visiting friends at the property.

As she exited the building, she stepped onto the staircase, lost her footing on untreated ice, and fell. She immediately experienced significant pain and later learned she had injured both her back and knee. Her recovery was slow, uncomfortable, and disruptive to her daily life.

A Case That Stalled Before Reaching Us

Initially, our client hired another law firm to handle her claim. However, after months passed with little progress, she became increasingly frustrated. The insurance company was not taking her injuries seriously, and the case appeared to be going nowhere.

Feeling unheard and discouraged, she made the decision to switch legal representation and contacted New England Law Group.

The Landlord’s Defense and What They Missed

The property owner claimed they had shoveled and “lightly sanded” the property the day after the snowstorm. The insurance company relied heavily on this explanation to argue that the landlord had met their legal obligations and should not be held responsible.

Our investigation quickly revealed a different story.

While some areas of the property may have received attention, the specific staircase where our client fell showed no convincing evidence of being properly treated. The stairs were clearly in use by residents and guests, yet remained icy and hazardous.

Landlord Responsibility Under Massachusetts Law

Massachusetts law requires landlords and property owners to maintain safe conditions, especially following snow and ice events. The duty to clear walkways, staircases, and common areas must be reasonable and thorough.

Partial or inconsistent snow and ice removal is not enough. When a dangerous condition is left unaddressed, resulting injuries are not simply accidents — they are preventable incidents caused by negligence.

Building a Strong Case With Evidence

Once we took over the case, we gathered and organized critical evidence, including:

• Photos documenting the icy staircase
• Witness statements
• Medical records detailing our client’s injuries
• A clear timeline showing the lack of proper snow and ice treatment

With this documentation, we re-engaged the insurance company and pushed back against their liability arguments.

A Successful Settlement and Meaningful Closure

Through persistent advocacy and strategic negotiation, we were able to secure a strong settlement for our client in a relatively short period of time. The resolution compensated her for:

• Her medical treatment
• Pain and suffering
• The disruption the injury caused in her life

For our client, the outcome brought closure and relief. For our firm, it reaffirmed a core belief: every case matters, and no injured person should feel ignored or dismissed.

Injured in a Slip and Fall in Waltham or Massachusetts?

If you or someone you love has been injured in a slip and fall caused by snow, ice, or unsafe property conditions in Waltham or anywhere in Massachusetts, do not wait to seek legal guidance.

New England Law Group is here to protect your rights, investigate the facts, and hold negligent property owners accountable.

Contact New England Law Group today.