There are a variety of situations in which someone else's property can result in someone else's injury. "Slip and fall" accidents may be the term used to describe them. A typical example of this is when a patron slips and falls because of ice or water that has been left on the floor, like in a restaurant.
Besides "slip and fall" accidents, we meet people in our neighborhood who are wounded on someone else's property in other ways. Trips and falls due to unmarked sidewalk deviations, exposed holes, objects falling on you while shopping and injuries from unsafe stairways, elevators, or escalators are all hazards.
What you do right after the accident is crucial to your legal claim and potential to recover damages. It is also essential to reach out to a personal injury lawyer immediately.
Take the following actions if you are harmed on someone else's property, whether public or private, to ensure that you get the compensation you deserve:
Take Photos
Pictures speak louder than words when it comes to property damage issues. The majority of smartphones are equipped with cameras. To capture photos, use your phone.
Obtain or file an accident or police report
You should notify the store manager or a security officer if the incident occurred in a business place and file an accident report. Get a police report if there was an attack. The reports of medical personnel should be obtained if necessary. Obtain the accounts of any medical personnel who are contacted. Obtain copies of every document as soon as possible after leaving the premises, if possible.
Keep medical and financial records.
Injured parties may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, loss of wages, and other losses they've endured as a result of the accident. There is, however, a need for these damages to be established. You'll need to provide documentation such as prescribed medication or medical equipment invoices and documents from your treating doctors to back up your claim.
Conclusion
You must consult with a personal injury lawyer immediately following your injury.
A personal injury lawyer will ensure you don't say anything that could jeopardize your claim. A skilled attorney, such as those at Robert J. DeBry & Associates, can help you preserve evidence and challenge corporations or insurance companies who refuse to compensate you for your injuries.
Robert J. DeBry & Associates has expertise in dealing with injuries on other people's property. Contact them for a free consultation if you were harmed on someone else's property.