What You Need To Know Slip and Fall If you have been injured as the result of a slip and fall accident, the owner of the premises may be responsible for your injuries, including compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and any permanent disfigurement.  In Massachusetts, an owner of land owes a duty of reasonable care to all lawful visitors on his premises, both to the tenant and the tenant's guests and can also be held responsible for any injuries suffered as a result of defects in the premises, lack of repair and repairs improperly made.