A major nor’easter brought accumulating snow to much of the mid-Atlantic and Northeast U.S. As a result of this storm, numerous slip and fall injuries on snow and ice have resulted in ongoing litigation. In this CLE course we will step through a hypothetical slip and fall case from the perspective of three individuals: plaintiff’s attorney, defense attorney, and meteorologist expert.

First, we will discuss the chronology of meteorological events which created the hazardous situation. Next, the hypothetical case will be presented from the perspective of the plaintiff’s attorney, with a focus on when and how to retain and use a meteorologist expert.

Lastly, the case will be presented from the perspective of the defense attorney, with a similar focus on the role of the meteorologist in slip and fall litigation. Possible final outcomes will be presented.