In Connecticut, property owners or occupiers are at fault in slip-and-fall cases if they negligently fail to maintain safe premises, such as by not inspecting for hazards (wet floors, ice, uneven surfaces), repairing known dangers promptly, or warning visitors of non-obvious risks. Victims can seek compensation through premises liability claims if they prove the owner’s duty of care, breach (e.g., ignored spill), causation linking the hazard to injury, and resulting damages like medical bills or lost wages.​
Fault Determination
Connecticut applies modified comparative negligence: injured parties recover damages reduced by their fault percentage if 50% or less at fault, but recover nothing if 51% or more (e.g., distracted walking). Visitor status matters—invitees (customers) get highest care, licensees (social guests) reasonable warnings, trespassers minimal duty except for willful harm.​
Compensation Available
Successful claims cover economic damages (hospital bills, therapy, lost income) and non-economic ones (pain, suffering, disability). Evidence like photos, witness statements, surveillance, and medical records strengthens cases; claims must file within two years of injury (discovery rule or minor exceptions apply).​
Key Steps for Claims
Report incident immediately and document scene.
Seek medical care to link injuries.
Avoid self-blame admissions; consult attorney early.​
These rules hold owners accountable while considering victim responsibility, enabling compensation for proven negligence.
SOURCES
[1](https://www.brandonjbroderick.com/connecticut/connecticut-slip-and-fall-laws-what-you-need-know)
[2](https://bwplaw.com/blog/connecticut-slip-and-fall-laws/)
[3](https://webercarrier.com/2025/09/30/when-is-a-property-owner-liable-for-a-slip-and-fall-in-connecticut/)
[4](https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/connecticut-slip-and-fall-laws.html)
[5](https://www.800perkins.com/faqs/who-is-liable-for-slip-and-fall-accidents-on-connecticut-sidewalks/)
