Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere and for anyone, which is why they are particularly troublesome. It is the property owner’s responsibility to maintain their facilities for the safety of others. When these duties are abandoned and neglected, it could cause catastrophic accidents. If you have been injured on someone else’s property, the homeowner’s insurance company will most likely go after you to provide all the necessary evidence to dismiss your claim. You may have suffered injuries that you may not even be aware of. Insurance companies will only take care of your own needs and will not be on your side. Your main goal is to do everything you can to reduce the value of your claim.
However, if you know what to do after a slip and fall accident, you can take the right steps to ensure you get the best compensation for your injuries. Here are the important things to do after an accident:
Seek immediate medical attention.
Being in a slip and fall accident can leave you feeling confused and shocked, sometimes preventing you from realizing the severity of your injury. Seeking medical attention should be your top priority, no matter how minor the injury you may have suffered. If you don’t, the insurance company will assume that there are no injuries, thus lowering the value of your claim. It is important to collect and document all of your medical expenses.
Report the accident
If you have suffered a fall in a store, apartment, shopping center, or anywhere else, be sure to inform the establishment authority (i.e., manager, owner, or landlord). Ask the person concerned to make a report of the incident and obtain a copy of it.
Take photos
Taking photographs of the exact location of the slip and fall accident can help uncover the events that contributed to the incident. It is important to note the date and time of the accident. Photographs of the scene will act as substantial evidence that the property manager or owner may alter the scene after the accident.
Get contact information for any witnesses
If there are witnesses to your accident, try to get their testimonies and contact information. A witness can help corroborate your version of the incident.
Preserve potential evidence
Put any clothing and shoe materials you were wearing on the day of the accident in a safe place. Keep each and every document you received from the property owner, insurance company, medical receipts, etc. This will come in handy later.
Consult an attorney
One of the most important steps you should take after a slip and fall injury is consulting with a competent attorney. A qualified attorney can fight to protect your rights, stand up to insurance companies, and help you provide the best compensation.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of an unfortunate accident due to someone else’s negligence, our attorneys can help you win your case. Just give us a call to get the legal representation you deserve.
