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What to Do After a Slip and Fall
Knowing what to do in the aftermath of a slip and fall accident is crucial to protect your health and legal rights. Some people take a “wait and see” approach if there are no apparent injuries. Unfortunately, that is a risky choice. Although slip and fall accidents may seem minor, they can cause serious injuries. Taking immediate action after a slip and fall means you get the medical care you need and potentially the compensation you deserve.
The legal team at David Resnick & Associates, P.C. can explain the steps to take after a slip and fall injury in New York. What you do and say can significantly impact your health and ability to pursue meaningful compensation. Call or contact us today to speak with a slip and fall accident lawyer.
Crucial Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident
After a slip and fall accident, most people want to pick themselves up, dust themselves off, and pretend the fall never happened. That’s the exact opposite of what you should do in this situation. Your immediate actions after a slip and fall can affect the outcome of any future injury claim you wish to file.
Follow these tips after a slip and fall:
- Seek medical attention – Never minimize the impact a slip and fall accident can have on your health and safety. A medical professional can assess your injuries, offer treatment options, and document your recovery. In addition, your medical records provide vital evidence to establish your personal injury claim. Failing to seek medical attention can cause an insurer to diminish the value of your claim or deny it altogether.
- Report the accident immediately – If a slip and fall accident causes an injury, report it right away. Ask to speak to a manager if the accident occurred at a store or business. Most businesses ask you to complete a written report about the incident. Be honest, accurate, and request a copy of the report for your records. If the accident occurs elsewhere, ask to speak with the property owner, landlord, or individual overseeing the property.
- Watch what you say after the accident – Choose your words carefully when describing the slip and fall to others. Keep all statements short and factual. Do not apologize or post about the incident on social media. It is also wise to refuse to give a recorded statement to the property owner’s insurance company until you consult an experienced NYC slip and fall attorney. An insurer can use your words against you to diminish the value of your claim.
- Get witness contact information – If you can, ask witnesses at the scene for their contact information and a short statement. You should get everyone’s names, phone numbers, and addresses. Witness accounts can help strengthen your legal claim and establish liability for the accident, especially if managers or property owners attempt to skirt responsibility.
- Document the accident scene – If you are physically able, document the area where the slip and fall happened as thoroughly as possible. Take photographs and videos of where the fall occurred, hazards that may have caused the accident, and your injuries. Look for any cameras or surveillance equipment at the scene that may have captured the incident.
- Keep all evidence – In addition to the photographs and videos of the scene, preserve any other evidence that may help establish how the accident occurred. Set aside the clothing and shoes you were wearing at the time of the slip and fall accident. Do not wash or otherwise alter these items. Talk to a slip and fall attorney about accessing nearby camera footage. It may take legal intervention to secure this footage before it is lost or recorded over.
- Seek legal advice – Navigating a slip and fall claim can be challenging, especially when you don’t know how New York premises liability laws work. Consult an experienced slip-and-fall personal injury lawyer attorney as soon as possible. An attorney can immediately help by gathering evidence and managing communication between you and the insurance provider. Individuals working with a lawyer often recover more compensation than those trying to negotiate with the insurance company on their own.
How Can a Slip and Fall Attorney Help You?
A slip and fall accident attorney is your advocate, working exclusively to help you recover maximum compensation for your financial losses. At David Resnick & Associates, P.C., our legal team is committed to offering you exceptional service and responsive legal assistance. We can help you navigate a slip-and-fall claim by:
- Thoroughly investigating the cause of the slip and fall accident
- Establishing liability
- Collecting and preserving evidence
- Estimating the fair value of your claim
- Managing communication with the insurance company
- Negotiating aggressively for full and fair compensation
- Preparing a case for trial (if necessary)
The sooner you seek legal representation, the stronger your slip and fall injury claim can be. Although a manager or property owner may seem sympathetic to your predicament, most companies are more concerned with their bottom lines and will offer you little compensation. Discuss your situation with a knowledgeable New York premises liability attorney to learn more about your rights and what your case is worth.
Contact an NYC Slip and Fall Attorney Today
Were you hurt in a fall caused by someone else? Protect yourself by contacting a skilled New York City slip and fall accident lawyer today. At David Resnick & Associates, P.C., our experienced negotiators and litigators can help you pursue maximum compensation for your injuries so that you can focus on healing.
Since 1998, we’ve been helping people like you move forward with their lives after devastating injuries. We deliver personalized and top-quality legal services for every client. Call or contact us online today for a free consultation with an experienced slip and fall injury lawyer.
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