Gould Injury Law is proud to represent Connecticut residents with fast, aggressive personal injury advocacy. Slip-and-fall accidents happen every day, and one of the most common locations is the grocery store. Whether it’s spilled milk in Bridgeport or melting ice near a freezer aisle in New Haven, these hazards can leave you with broken bones, back injuries, or worse.
When you confront store managers or their insurance companies, you’ll hear the same excuse over and over: “We didn’t know the floor was wet.” Don’t be fooled. In Connecticut, that’s not always a defense. With the right legal strategy, you can prove liability and secure compensation—fast.
At Gould Injury Law – The Fast Firm, we know how to fight back when grocery stores try to dodge responsibility.
Why Wet Floor Accidents Are So Dangerous
Slips in grocery stores are more than minor mishaps. They can cause:
- Fractures and dislocations.
- Traumatic brain injuries.
- Herniated discs or spinal injuries.
- Long-term mobility issues.
When your injuries keep you from working or enjoying life, a simple “we didn’t know” isn’t good enough.
Connecticut Premises Liability Law
Under Connecticut law, property owners—including grocery stores—have a duty to maintain reasonably safe conditions for customers. That includes:
- Regularly inspecting aisles.
- Cleaning up spills promptly.
- Posting warning signs when hazards exist.
- Training employees to spot dangers quickly.
Failure to do any of these things can make the store liable—even if they claim they weren’t aware of the spill.
The “Constructive Notice” Rule
Here’s the key: Connecticut courts recognize constructive notice. That means if the hazard existed long enough that the store should have discovered it, they can still be held responsible.
Example: If a puddle of juice sits in an aisle for 30 minutes without cleanup, the store can’t argue “we didn’t know.” They should have known.
This is often where we win cases—proving how long the hazard existed.
CTA: Don’t let a grocery store off the hook with excuses. Get answers now—reach out to Gould Injury Law today.
Evidence That Proves Liability
When you call Gould Injury Law, we move fast to secure evidence before it disappears:
- Surveillance footage from store cameras.
- Maintenance logs showing inspection schedules.
- Witness testimony from other shoppers or employees.
- Incident reports filed after the fall.
- Medical records connecting your injuries to the accident.
This aggressive approach forces stores and insurers to face the truth.
Local Examples of Grocery Store Slip-and-Falls
- Stop & Shop in Hartford: Spilled produce left unattended.
- Trader Joe’s in Stamford: Melting ice from freezer cases.
- ShopRite in New Haven: Rainwater tracked in at entryways.
- Smaller neighborhood markets: Limited staff means hazards often go unnoticed for too long.
These cases often end up in local courts such as the Hartford Superior Court or the New Haven Judicial District Courthouse.
Real-World Case Example
A Bridgeport shopper slipped on water near the seafood counter. The store claimed they “had no idea” about the spill.
Gould Injury Law:
- Secured security footage showing employees walked past the spill multiple times without cleaning it.
- Found a witness who nearly slipped minutes before.
- Proved constructive notice and forced a fast, favorable settlement.
That’s how The Fast Firm turns excuses into accountability.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
Slip-and-fall victims may be entitled to:
- Medical expenses (ER visits, rehab, long-term care).
- Lost wages and future earning capacity.
- Pain and suffering.
- Wrongful death damages if a family member dies from related injuries.
We push aggressively for the maximum value of your case, because anything less leaves you struggling.
Mistakes Victims Should Avoid
- Not reporting the fall immediately. Always notify staff and request an incident report.
- Leaving without medical care. ER records are key to proving injury.
- Talking to insurance adjusters. They’ll twist your words against you.
- Waiting too long to call a lawyer. Evidence gets lost—speed is critical.
CTA: You need results—and you need them fast. Contact Gould Injury Law now.
Why Choose Gould Injury Law
Other firms may take their time. We don’t. At Gould Injury Law – The Fast Firm, we:
- Move quickly to secure surveillance footage and evidence.
- Challenge every defense the store raises.
- Fight insurers aggressively for fast, fair settlements.
- Take cases to trial when delays or low offers threaten your future.
When a wet floor puts your health at risk, you can’t afford to wait—and neither can we.
Key Takeaways
- Connecticut law requires grocery stores to maintain safe conditions.
- “We didn’t know” isn’t a defense if the store should have known.
- Constructive notice is a powerful tool to prove liability.
- Fast evidence collection is critical in slip-and-fall cases.
- Gould Injury Law – The Fast Firm is ready to move aggressively for your recovery.
Call to Action
You’ve waited long enough. If you were hurt by a wet floor in a Connecticut grocery store, call Gould Injury Law in Hartford today and let The Fast Firm fight for your compensation. We don’t slow down, and we don’t back down.
