Slip and Fall Lawyers

If you have sustained an injury from a slip and fall accident, the burden is on you to prove your case. What you do after your accident can make an enormous difference in your case outcome, so do not delay in doing the following:

• Take photos! While still in the area, if possible, take photos of the structures that were involved in your accidental fall. This includes stairs, wet floors, or obstructions. Be as detailed as possible with photos.
• Determine what caused you to slip and fall. Try to determine how long the condition had existed and who may have been responsible for the condition. Take detailed notes right away.
• If there are/were eyewitnesses, ask for contact information.
• DO NOT give a recorded statement to anyone regarding the slip and fall. Wait until you have spoken to an attorney to discuss the situation with the manager or property owner.
• Report the slip and fall to the appropriate manager or property owner. Without oversharing (less talking is better), state that you slipped and fell and were injured in the process.
• Seek appropriate medical care immediately if at all possible. Go to the nearest emergency room. Inform your doctor that you slipped and fell. This should be noted in your medical record. Also, keep the bill or receipt and any other documentation you receive from the medical facility that sees you.
• Keep all of the clothing and shoes that you were wearing when you fell separate from other items. Do not wear those items again until you've talked to an attorney.
• Contact our office right away to discuss how to proceed.
• Stay up-to-date with any follow-up appointments or treatments your doctor recommends. Do not miss any appointments.

You may be offered compensation from an insurance company or corporate defendant without being represented by your own attorney. The issue is that these settlements are often far less than the amount of compensation you are entitled to for your injuries. If you accept a settlement without proper representation from an experienced slip and fall attorney, you may miss out on damages that will help you recover and also pay for future medical treatment, missed work, and other aspects of your fall.

It is wise to question whether your follow-through with seeking counsel in a slip and fall incident would be worth your time and effort. One of the main benefits of talking to a slip and fall attorney are that you may receive compensation for your time, lost wages, medical care, and more. Another is that your action against the defendant may save other people from the same type of accident you experienced. Keep in mind, as you make your decision, that it does not cost you a thing to consult with an experienced attorney who can discuss the pros and cons of moving forward with a slip and fall case.

Sklare Law Group is a team of experienced personal injury lawyers. Personal injury law is our specialty, and we are proud of our effective and aggressive representation of our clients. If you want someone to fight for your rights, we are the law office for you.

Your attorney can help you determine the validity of your claim. They do so by reviewing the legal basis and qualifications for this type of situation. For example, one way to have a case against a defendant is to be able to prove that they are liable for your slip and fall. This means that they had a duty to care for the property or area in which you were injured. Liability is one of several contributing factors that your attorney can discuss with you.

Without the proper precautions or warnings, slip and fall accidents can unfortunately occur in almost any place. Parking lots, shopping malls, and restaurants are all popular places where slip-and-fall accidents occur. Common causes of these accidents can include the following:

• Defects in the pavement
• Uneven carpeting
• Inadequate lighting
• Depressions in the ground
• Spilled food or drinks
• Slippery or wet floors
• Electrical cords
• Broken handrails
• Inadequate signage

There can be a number of parties responsible for your slip and fall case. Many business owners, entities, and property owners can be at fault when it comes to slip and fall accidents. Depending on the location where the accident occurs, the person liable for the accident may vary. They can include:

• Business owners
• Landlords or property owners
• The management company or possessor

The damages that you may be able to receive from your slip and fall case will depend on the circumstances of your accident. Any injuries and losses can also play a huge role in your case. When seeking out legal representation for your slip and fall case, you may be able to receive compensation for the following:

• Medical expenses related to the accident
• Rehab or therapy related to injury from the accident
• Loss of wages
• Medical devices such as walkers or wheelchairs
• Cost of prescription medications
• Out-of-pocket costs

Non-economic damages such as emotional suffering, disability, and loss of quality of life can also be compensated. If you or someone you know has been affected by a slip and fall accident or experienced an injury from one, contact Sklare Law Group today. Our dedicated team of legal professionals is prepared to help you find the right lawyer who can fight to get you the compensation you deserve.