Hi, my name is Kirsten Krueger and two years ago, I was in a car accident. I was stopped at a stop sign when the driver behind me slammed into my car. Due to my injuries, I had to spend a few days in the hospital and I was unable to work for two months. My medical care was expensive and without being able to work, I couldn't pay my bills. The car accident was stressful enough and then I had to worry about how I would pay my bills. After speaking with a car accident lawyer, it wasn't long before I was compensated for my medical bills and lost wages from work. I'm writing this blog to help others who have been a car accident and haven't received any compensation. As you read my posts, you'll learn how an attorney can help you if you're in a vehicle accident.
When you slip and fall, the results can be devastating. Unfortunately, people sometimes don't take your injury seriously or believe that you are exaggerating the incident. However, if you are injured when you slip and fall, you should seek compensation if the fault is not yours. You have a right to protect yourself and receive proper compensation for your injuries.
Report
If you are seriously injured at a commercial concern, you need to seek immediate medical attention. Your second step is to report your accident to the highest level of management available on the premises. You can win a lawsuit if you delay in reporting your fall, but the odds are significantly reduced. Even if you believe your injuries are minor, you should be cautious and make an official report.
Document
Obviously, when you have been injured at a business, you may not be able to document everything on your own. You may need help to get the information that you need. Enlist a trusted friend or relative to take photos of the area where you slipped, noting the time and date. Also, have them get the name and addresses of any witnesses.
Getting documentation at this stage is troublesome, simply because your mind is on your injury and not possible compensation. However, quick thinking at this point can save you much trouble in the future and give a personal injury attorney the information they need to pursue your interests in court.
Negligence
Remember that not every slip and fall at a business is the company's fault. The company cannot be found liable unless you prove they were negligent. For instance, if the floor is wet or slippery, the business may be at fault. If you are at a grocery store and you trip over carelessly stacked merchandise, you may also have a case. However, if you simply trip over your own shoelaces, that is certainly no one's responsibility except your own.
A slip and fall injury can seriously affect your life. You have the right to expect that commercial properties will keep their floors and staircases safe to navigate. If you are injured during a fall, first take care of your injury. If possible, document everything in writing and through pictures. Managing to get this information immediately after a fall can be difficult, but taking action early and talking with the best lawyers can protect you in the event that you need to sue for injury compensation.
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