What to Do After a Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident
In personal injury law, the phrase "slip and fall" refers to someone slipping or tripping, falling, and suffering injuries as a consequence. A slip-and-fall accident must take place on someone else's property in order to qualify as such. The owner of the property may be held liable because they have a duty to maintain their area and make sure that it is secure and reasonably hazard-free.
What to do after a slip and fall accident?
Physical and monetary recoveries are greatly aided by taking the right steps after suffering a trip and fall or slip and fall injury.
Seek immediate medical help.
Keep a record of medical treatments, tests, medications and medical history.
Inform the property owner or anyone in charge about the accident.
Get a written report of the slip and fall accident.
Keep a detailed record of the fall (When? Where? How?).
Get video and picture evidence if possible.
Get contact details of witnesses (if any).
Avoid making any statements before consulting a lawyer.
Do not share details on social media without consulting a lawyer.
Get in contact with a personal injury attorney immediately.
Your likelihood of properly recovering accident-related losses and damages will greatly increase if you carefully adhere to these points.
Is the property owner responsible?
The owner of the property where the incident happened is typically held accountable for such injuries, especially if the accident happened on their property and they were found to be irresponsible or negligent about it.
Additional third parties can also be liable.
The person in charge of the property's upkeep and maintenance may be liable for the harm you've experienced.
Not every slip-and-fall injury is the consequence of someone being careless. Each of us is accountable for our physical safety and for keeping an eye on our surroundings.
The responsible party for your slip and fall accident can be determined after a personal injury lawyer investigates and looks into the several variables that contributed to the occurrence of the accident.
Holding the negligent parties responsible for the physical and financial burden brought on by an accident is the main purpose of the case. Even though money may not always repair the harm suffered completely, it can help get someone to come close to their pre-accident state. Investigating legal possibilities is definitely worthwhile when a person feels that negligence was to blame for their fall.
At Regard Law Group, PLLC, we can help you work through your options after an accident and help you determine what your next steps should be. We will take the time to learn about your unique situation and work with you to establish your overall goals for the case. We're available on the phone 24/7. Contact our office to schedule an initial consultation or get more information about our services.