Livingston Slip and Fall Lawyer

Finding a Slip and Fall Lawyer in Livingston, Louisiana

Slipping and falling at a local business can lead to unexpected injuries and missed work. However, falling does not automatically make the business legally responsible.

Under Louisiana law, the burden is on the injured person to prove the property owner created the hazard, knew (or should have known) about it, and failed to address it in a reasonable amount of time. Because this standard is strict, resolving these claims often comes down to clear evidence.

If you were injured in a fall in Livingston, Gauthier Amedee Injury Lawyers can help you evaluate your legal options. Attorney Andre P. Gauthier has practiced injury law in Louisiana since 1992 and understands the specific legal requirements for these cases.

Contact our office to discuss what happened, review the facts of the incident, and determine possible next steps for your claim.

Types of Falls We Handle Across Livingston Parish

We represent people hurt in falls at grocery stores, big-box retailers, restaurants, apartment complexes, and outdoor spaces across Livingston Parish. Common cases include:

• Wet floors from spills, mopping, or leaks that were never marked or cleaned up
• Uneven pavement, potholes, or broken curbs in parking lots
• Loose mats, torn carpet, or damaged flooring inside a store
• Poorly lit stairwells, hallways, or parking areas
• Broken steps or ramps missing proper handrails
• Falls at apartment complexes or rental homes with a hidden hazard

Each type of claim calls for different proof. A fall inside a store follows a different standard than a fall at a private home or an apartment building. The type of property where you fell shapes how we build your case from the start.

Louisiana Slip and Fall Injury Claims: The Legal Standards

A fall serious enough to need an emergency room visit can also mean surgery, physical therapy, and weeks away from work. Why can it be so hard to recover those losses? Because Louisiana does not treat a fall inside a business as automatic proof of fault.

State law (La. Rev. Stat. § 9:2800.6) requires the injured person to prove three specific things. First, you must show that the hazard was dangerous and that an accident was likely to happen. Second, you must prove the store either caused the danger or knew about it before the fall. Third, you must show the store did not take reasonable steps to clean up or fix the problem.

There is also a strict time limit to bring a case to court. Under Louisiana law (La. Civ. Code art. 3493.1), you usually have two years from the day of the injury to file a lawsuit. If you miss this two-year deadline, you lose the right to ask the court for compensation.

Finally, Louisiana looks at whether both sides share the blame. For falls that happen on or after January 1, 2026, the state uses a 51% rule. If you are partly responsible for the accident, your payout is reduced by your share of the blame, as long as your fault is 50% or less. If a court decides you were 51% or more to blame for your own fall, you cannot collect any money at all.

Why Clients Turn to Our Livingston Slip and Fall Lawyer

Andre P. Gauthier has practiced law in Louisiana since 1992. He was named to the Top 100 Trial Lawyers list by the American Trial Lawyers Association for 8 consecutive years. That trial experience matters here, because notice and causation are often the issues that decide a slip and fall case.

He holds an Avvo Rating of 9.9, Superb. He has also taught Advanced Trial Advocacy as an adjunct professor at Southern University Law Center since 2010. If a claim does not settle, a lawsuit over a fall in Livingston Parish is usually filed in the 21st Judicial District Court.

That court handles civil matters for Livingston, St. Helena, and Tangipahoa Parishes, and its Livingston Parish courthouse sits on Government Boulevard. Knowing that process shapes how we gather evidence and build a claim from day one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still recover money if I was partly at fault for my fall?

It depends on how much fault a jury assigns you. Louisiana reduces your recovery by your share of the blame, but for falls on or after January 1, 2026, being found 51% or more at fault bars recovery entirely.

Where would a Livingston slip and fall lawsuit be filed?

Civil lawsuits arising in Livingston Parish are usually filed in the 21st Judicial District Court. That court sits at the Livingston Parish Courthouse on Government Boulevard and also covers St. Helena and Tangipahoa Parishes.

Does it cost anything to find out if I have a case?

We offer a free consultation, so you can talk through what happened before deciding how to move forward. There is no cost to sit down and go over the facts of your fall. Contact us to schedule a time and ask which deadline may apply to your fall.

Your Livingston Slip and Fall Claim Has a Filing Deadline

A fall that takes seconds can affect your health and your finances for months afterward, and the clock on your claim starts running right away.

A Livingston slip and fall lawyer at Gauthier Amedee Injury Lawyers can look at what happened, explain which deadline applies, and walk through what your claim may involve. Get in touch today for a free consultation.

Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading this page or contacting our firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.