Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Injury
- Seek medical treatment immediately
- Report the accident to the owner/manager of the property
- Document everything, especially contact information of potential witnesses
- Decline to give statements
- Call an attorney
Common unsafe conditions that often lead to accidents
- Defects in ground material
- Broken safety rails
- Insufficient lighting
- Potholes or depressions
- Spilled food or drinks
- Freshly wet floors
What an Attorney Could Do for You
If you've been involved in a slip and fall accident, an attorney can provide crucial support in several ways. Here are the top three things an attorney can do for you:
Investigate and Document the Incident:
An attorney can thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your slip and fall accident, including gathering evidence from the scene, interviewing witnesses, and obtaining surveillance footage if available. They will document all details pertinent to proving negligence on the part of the property owner or manager responsible for maintaining safe conditions.
Determine and Prove Liability
Proving liability in slip and fall cases can be complex. An attorney will analyze the facts to determine who is legally responsible for the accident. They will work to demonstrate that the property owner failed to maintain the premises or neglected to address hazards that led to the accident, thereby proving negligence.
Negotiate Compensation
An attorney can handle all negotiations with the property owner’s insurance company to ensure you receive a fair settlement that covers all your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and any other related costs. If a satisfactory settlement cannot be reached, your attorney can take the case to trial to seek adequate compensation through a court judgment.