Slips, Trips and Falls

You must demonstrate that the owner of the property where you fell did not act properly and that the person's failure caused you to suffer some kind of injury in order to win a case involving a slip or trip and fall accident. It is the responsibility of property owners to take reasonable precautions to protect the safety of their guests and other individuals who visit their establishment.

There is no doubting that instances involving falls caused by slipping or tripping can be challenging due to the fact that there are various circumstances involved, and you must be able to produce sufficient proof of negligence. The specifics of each claim largely determine whether or not it is possible to prevail in certain circumstances, but it is not impossible.

Take pictures of the scene of the accident depicting the reason for your fall. Whether it was a slip and fall due to snow and ice or a trip and fall due to a raised sidewalk flag, surface defect, or a hidden obstruction, it is important to document the condition that cause you to fall on the day of the accident. If you are in the hospital, ask a relative or friend to take pictures for you.

Absolutely. If you were the victim of a trip and fall or slip and fall accident, it is important to go to the hospital or doctor to be evaluated for injuries. Although you may not believe that your injuries are particularly bad, it is possible that there is more going on beneath the surface than you are aware of. Accidents involving falls frequently result in victims suffering from injuries not visible to the naked eye.

If you go to the doctor, they will be able to diagnose and treat all of your injuries, both internal and external, more quickly. This will improve the overall quality of your care. This has the potential to cut the risk of complications, infections, and even death by a significant amount.

In addition, you can strengthen your case for damages by getting medical attention as soon as possible following the accident that caused them. The medical report that is prepared as a result of your visit can assist in determining the cause of the problem. The concept of causation is fundamental to the concept of carelessness, which most likely will serve as the basis of your personal injury claim. Your claim for damages will be strengthened significantly if you document your injuries as soon as they occur.

If you were injured as a result of a trip and fall or slip and fall, due to the negligence of someone else, call The Selvin Law Firm for a free consultation to discuss the details of your case. The experienced attorneys at The Selvin Law Firm may ask you to email them the pictures of the condition that caused you to fall. They will ask you to describe your injures and they will want to know whether your injuries required medical attention. There are time limits in which to make a claim for a trip or slip and fall accident, especially if a municipality, such as a city or town, is involved. The Selvin Law Firm will evaluate whether your have a viable claim and advise you accordingly.reviously agreed upon