How to Prove Fault in a Slip and Fall Cas

After a slip and fall accident, figuring out how to prove you weren’t at fault can be stressful. Multiple factors are at play: Has the property had premises liability issues before? Did their negligence directly impact the circumstances of your injury? Were other people also affected?

With medical bills to pay and other concerns, proving fault on your own can be overwhelming, if not impossible. So, how do you prove negligence in a slip and fall? With the help of a highly skilled and experienced attorney, that’s how.

You need legal assistance that only a seasoned and savvy team can provide. My 25% Lawyer works diligently for our clients to present evidence showing that the property owner was negligent by failing to exercise ordinary care in maintaining safe premises and practices. Under the Official Code of Georgia Annotated (OCGA) §51-3-1, they’ll have to pay for your injuries.

What to do in a Slip and Fall Accident

You can take several steps to protect your rights after a slip and fall accident. Immediately following the accident, capture photos of the scene and its surroundings to demonstrate what occurred. Additionally, collect the contact information of witnesses and file an accident report. Ensure your images are taken from various angles, and your report includes a comprehensive account of what transpired.

After that, make sure to visit a doctor. They will examine you and determine whether your injuries and discomfort are severe. Keep in mind that the longer you wait for treatment, the more the validity of your claim could be jeopardized. Also, be sure to keep track of all related medical bills to accurately document the expenses incurred from the accident.

Necessary Factors

To prove liability for slip and fall accidents, we must build a case that demonstrates without any doubt that the property owner or business failed to recognize and address the hazardous condition that caused your accident when they should have. It is also necessary to prove that a reasonable person would have noticed the hazard and had sufficient time to correct it before an accident occurred. We will also take into consideration if:

• There was a justifiable reason that the potential hazard was present during your accident.
• Safety standards were in place to regularly check for potentially dangerous conditions on their property, and if a particular individual fell behind on these checks.
• Limited visibility or bad lighting was contributing to the accident.
• The hazard could have been moved to a different location, blocked off, or avoided with warnings.

How We Can Help You

Property owners and businesses must ensure a safe environment for their patrons. That’s a significant responsibility, and we believe they should take it seriously. When we fight for our clients, we aim to establish who is liable in a slip and fall accident by demonstrating that they failed in this duty of care and were, therefore, negligent. Then, we seek maximum  compensation for their transgression. Let’s explore how we can do that.

1. Obtaining Evidence

If your case involves property owner negligence, the first thing our legal team will do is gather evidence. This includes witness information from anyone who may have been at the scene, surveillance footage of the slip and fall, the incident report, and medical documents. With the witness information, we will inquire whether they would provide an official statement about what they observed. If you haven’t done so already, we’ll reach out to the property owner or their insurance provider to obtain access to the recorded security footage. Then, we’ll secure a copy of the report, which can provide crucial information, along with your medical records, which are essential for proving the severity of your injuries.

2. Using Experts

In some instances, we may engage a professional reconstructionist to understand how the accident occured. We may also collaborate with vocational experts or medical personnel to gain a clearer understanding of how your accident affects your future.

3. Running Interference

Once we have all the information we need, we proactively deal with insurance companies. We serve as a buffer between them and you, ensuring they do not take advantage of you. This strategy preserves your right to a fair settlement and maximizes your chances of receiving full compensation for your damages.

4. Providing Representation

In almost every case, insurance companies will try to cheat you out of a fair settlement. Proving your damages can be challenging, especially while recovering from your injuries, but hiring a lawyer can greatly increase your chances.

5. Recovering Compensation

Slip and fall accidents may lead to two types of compensation: economic and non-economic. Economic damages refer to items with a fixed monetary value, whereas non-economic damages do not. We will fight to secure fair compensation for you, which may include:

• Property damages
• Pain and suffering
• Medical expenses (hospital visits, emergency room visits, prescriptions, physical therapy, psychological services, and medical equipment)
• Mental anguish and emotional trauma
• Lost wages and earning capacity
• Disability and disfigurement
• Loss of consortium
• Wrongful death

Contact My 25% Lawyer Today for Assistance with Your Claim

You will never have to worry about what to do in a slip and fall accident with a My 25% Lawyer by your side. Our team builds unshakeable cases for our clients to set them on the road to fair compensation for a low-stress recovery. Call us today to schedule a free consultation.