Slip and fall accidents are caused by unsafe conditions in walkways and on sidewalks. If you suffer a slip and fall accident, document the scene carefully, contact property management, seek medical care, and contact an experienced injury attorney immediately.

2. “Slip and fall” is a term used
in personal injury law to
describe injuries caused
when someone slips and
falls as a result of dangerous
or hazardous conditions on
someone else’s property.
These accidents can happen
in homes, at worksites, and
on business properties.

3. Every year, hundreds of thousands
of people are injured as a result of
slipping and falling because of
unsafe conditions. Annually, U.S.
emergency rooms treat an average
of 400,000 people for falling in the
bathroom, more than the number
of injuries caused by chainsaws,
ATVs, and lawnmowers combined!1

4. Slip and fall accidents can happen
anywhere, but are more likely to
occur when conditions are slippery
or abrasive. The most common
places for these accidents to occur
include wet or snowy sidewalks,
bathrooms, and parking lots,
especially if these areas are not
properly lit.

5. Any unsafe conditions can cause
slip and fall accidents. This
includes water, snow, and other
liquids or slippery substances,
cracked pavement, obstacles in
walkways or substandard lighting
that decreases visibility.

6. If you’ve had a slip and fall
accident, it’s important not to
wait to take action. Falls can
cause serious injuries, even if
they are not apparent at first.
After suffering a fall on someone
else’s property, be sure to take
the following steps…

7. Winning a slip and fall personal
injury case involves proving that
the property owner allowed
unsafe conditions on their
property. After suffering a fall, be
sure to document the scene. If
possible, take pictures of the
scene, especially anything that
contributed to the slip and fall.

8. Contact the property management
immediately and file a report. If
there are witnesses you need
names. Assuming that you are hurt
and the nature of the business,
someone will call for help like
paramedics. The company
management or security should file
a report for the company’s
insurance company. You will want
names and contact information for
the company.

9. After suffering a fall, it’s always
best to go to the doctor within 24
hours. If you slipped and fell on
someone else’s property, going to
the doctor is even more
important. Do not hesitate to ask
for and take an ambulance to the
hospital if you are really hurting.
Part of your personal injury case
will be establishing how much
suffering the slip and fall injury
cost you, including medical
expenses.

10. Getting compensation for a slip and fall
accident isn’t easy; you will need the
help of a skilled attorney to negotiate
with the other side and represent you
during any legal battles. The sooner you
contact an attorney, the easier
obtaining your rightful compensation
will be.
If you or someone you know has
been involved in a slip and fall
accident,
CALL (800) 722-9744 NOW
to speak to an experienced
injury attorney for FREE.

11. Since 1996, the Law Offices of Marc J. Shuman & Associates has
been helping slip and fall accident victims, all injured victims and
their families navigate the complex legal process. As
experienced personal injury, workers’ compensation, auto
accidents, compensated and wrongful death attorneys, we can
help you evaluate the facts, assess your options, navigate the
legal challenges, and advocate on your behalf. Marc J. Shuman &
Associates has over 77 combined years of experience advocating
for over 10,000 injury victims and their families recovering over
50 million dollars on their behalf. We advocate on your behalf,
so you can focus on the task of recovery.
Visit www.shumanlegal.com Today.

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