Think You Have a Slip and Fall Case? Take These 7 Steps

A slip and fall case protects people from the burdens brought on by an injury caused by negligence. If a negligent business creates an unsafe environment that causes a person to be injured, the negligent party is held accountable. They must provide the resources the injured party needs to heal physically, mentally, and financially.

Make sure you know what to do if you experience a slip and fall at work or in a public place. Protect yourself by knowing the steps to follow if you are injured and need to pursue a slip and fall case to receive the justice and compensation you deserve.

Do You Have a Slip and Fall Case?

To have a successful slip and fall claim, you must prove that the owner of the location knew or should have known about the dangerous condition that led to the injury. A court will only side with the injured party if they can prove negligence by an at-fault party. Proving the negligence is why it is so important to take these seven steps if you slip and fall at work or in a public place.

7 Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall

To make a case for your slip and fall claim, it’s important that you take action immediately. Take these seven steps right away.

#1) If you are hurt, seek immediate medical attention.

If you slip and fall, your health and well being should be your first priority. Immediately seek medical assistance. Getting emergency medical services ensures that all of your potential injuries are identified right away, preventing you from missing injuries that can get worse without immediate treatment.

Getting medical attention also creates an official report of your injuries that will be helpful if you have a slip and fall case as it prevents the opposing side from saying you weren’t injured.

#2) Report the incident.

If you’re at a business or work when you fall, request to file an official incident report. Ask to talk to management and create a documented report. Share your story, and then review the document to ensure that it accurately represents your side of the situation.

#3) Ask for a copy of the report.

Once the report is created, get a copy of your own. Don’t leave without a copy of the report. If the business does not want to provide a copy for you, take a photo of the report on your phone. Having a copy of the original version will be essential in your slip and fall case.

#4) Get information from witnesses.

Eye witness accounts will be important to your case. If there were any witnesses to your accident, get their names and phone numbers. Write down the details of their story and share the information with your personal injury attorney so they can follow up with witnesses to get extra details and testimonies if needed.

#5) Look for on-scene evidence and take photos.

To win a slip and fall case, you must prove that there was negligence. You must prove that the owner of the property knew that there were dangerous conditions and did not act. To prove that part of your case, look for on-scene evidence and take photographs of your surroundings after a fall. Capture:

• Warning signs or lack of warning signs.
• Signs or other evidence that suggests that the dangerous condition has been there for some time.

#6) Take photos as your injuries progress.

Showing the full extent of your injuries will also be important to your case. In some cases, your injuries may not fully show until days after the accident. If your injuries show up or progress days after the accident, take pictures of the body parts that show the injuries.

#7) Talk to an attorney about your slip and fall.

The best way to know if you have a slip and fall case and ensure that you will win your case if you do is by contacting a slip and fall attorney immediately after your injury.

While you have up to four years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury lawsuit in Florida, you don’t want to wait. Evidence is easier to collect early on, and cases are more difficult to win as time goes on. Don’t wait. Talk to an attorney right away to discuss your case if you feel your fall was the result of negligence on behalf of a business or property owner.

Related: What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

Let a Professional Handle Your Slip and Fall Case

You should not be responsible for burdens brought on by an injury caused by negligence. The negligent party should provide what you need to be made whole physically, mentally, and financially.

If you have been involved in a slip and fall, TJ Grimaldi is here to make sure you get what you deserve. Contact our office for a free consultation to discuss your slip and fall, whether it was a few days or a few years ago. Schedule your consultation or call 813-226-1023 today.