Can I receive compensation after a fall?
Depending on the type of fall and severity, a person can find themselves out of thousands of dollars due to the cost of medical care and lost wages given you have to be away from work while you recover. The good news is, most of these types of injuries are covered under liability insurance, in other words, if you were injured on some else’s property, you are entitled to have your medical bills and other expenses paid.
What should you do after a slip and fall?
The first step you should take after a slip-and-fall is to seek medical attention immediately. This is especially the case if you suffer a head injury, suspect you have broken bones, have difficulty moving, or if your are feeling any sharp pains. A medical doctor will check your symptoms and tell you if you are at risk for any permanent trauma. Many people don’t think about this, but even if your pain seems to be minor according to the center for disease control and prevention even the most simple pains should be treated or else you may find that you are at risk for suffering permanent injuries in the future.
While you are seeking medical treatment you should also begin the process of filing a personal injury claim. If you suffer your injuries due to the negligence of a third party you can get the proper compensation to cover any losses or injuries. As an example, if you get hurt on the third parties property, you should file a Premises Liability claim. You will also want to keep accurate records of any treatment received by your doctor, showing what your injuries are and the severity of your injuries. This documentation will be included as evidence when your claim is being considered.
Who needs to know about your Slip-and-fall?
If you are physically able to, you should always report the incident to the owner of the property immediately. We strongly suggest that if you are severely injured that you seek medical attention immediately to get treatment. You should call a family member or a friend and make sure they know the details of your incident just in case they have to speak on your behalf. You or your family member can should always provide any details of the incident to the said third party whether a property owner, building manager, landlord or store owner because it is criterial that you provide confirmation that an accident has happened. A formal, written incident report should be provided to you and we recommend that you to ask for a copy so that you can review it with your lawyer.
How can Gonzalez Torres Law help you?
After you get medical attention for your injuries and a report has been filed, the next step you should take is to contact Gonzalez Torres Law. We specialize in personal injury cases and can investigate your case to determine if in fact a third party is liable for your injuries suffered. We will also help determine some of your options and if the insurance company is obligated to cover the cost of your treatment.
How do you know if you have a case?
If you believe you should file a Premises Liability claim, you need to first prove that the property owner’s negligence caused the injuries you have suffered. We will need to check on all the facts of your accident and gather the needed evidence to build a case.
All evidence and documentation that you have are critical to building your case; however, when you suffer injuries due to an accident where another party has been negligent, it is critical that you gather all your medical records and an accident report. There are other pieces of evidence that we can help you gather when building your case. We will work to get witnesses accounts from anyone at the scene of your accident, statements from friends and family, get any photos or videos taken at the time of your fall, request surveillance footage, as the third party for former accident reports, acquire maintenance reports, and we can request blue prints of the property.
After the investigation is over and we feel that we have collected enough evidence to support your case, we will start the process of negotiating with the owner of the property, where you suffered your injuries, or the insurance company that protects their interests. This process will take some time; however, we will keep you posted throughout the process and provide updates along the way until we are able to reach an agreement about the totality of your accident. We will also begin the process of filing a Personal Injury lawsuit and will later present your case in court to ensure you get the compensation you are entitled to.
You can count on us to help you!
Personal Injury claims can be challenging, but do not worry – Gonzalez Torres Law can help fight for your rights. We will stand with you throughout the entire process and ensure the best possible outcome for your situation. If you have had a slip and fall it is important that you have a reliable, knowledgeable and competent lawyer by your side. Contact us by calling 1 (678) 408-2869 or provide us with your information here. One of our lawyers will be in contact with you as soon as possible.
