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What to Do After a Slip & Fall

September 27, 2018 by Lyle Long
Injured woman on the ground holding her knee following a slip and fall accident

After a slip and fall accident, victims often find themselves embarrassed, confused, and without a clear pathway for what to do next. The last report by the Florida Department of Health’s Injury Prevention Program accounted for 62,541 non-fatal, unintentional slip and fall accidents in the state, which generated over $3.6 billion in admission charges for victims.

Slip and fall accidents are extremely common. About 32% of non-fatal slip and fall accidents result in a hip fracture, while 61% of fatal accidents are caused by a traumatic brain injury suffered during impact. In fact, in the United States, an older adult dies from a fall every 20 minutes.

If you or someone you loved has suffered injuries due to a slip and fall accident, speak to a slip and fall attorney today to find out how you can receive compensation for your injuries.

 

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What To Do After a Slip & Fall Accident

Have you or someone you know been involved in a slip and fall accident in South Florida? There are a few things you should do first. Understanding your rights and knowing what to do after an accident can be the difference between claiming your rights or being left with an injury and thousands of dollars in medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses.

Keep reading to learn what to do after a slip and fall accident in South Florida.

Understanding Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall injuries come from many accidents. Generally speaking, a slip and fall injury is any time a person loses their stability, falls, and sustains injuries on another person’s property. Slip and fall accidents can be distinguished as:

  • Trip & Fall – when a person falls due to an uneven surface or an object in the path
  • Step & Fall – when a person falls by a low spot in the path that is not identified
  • Slip & Fall – when a slippery object, liquid, or surface causes the fall

Even though people fall all the time, under Florida premises liability law, landowners and businesses must keep their property in a safe condition for their customers or guests. When they are unable to provide reasonably safe conditions and someone is injured, the injured party may have legal grounds for a lawsuit.

5 Things to Do After a Slip & Fall Accident in South Florida

If you or someone you know has been in a slip and fall accident in South Florida, following the steps below will ensure they have everything they need to claim their rights. Gathering this information can help your case and get the process started to pursue your claim.

#1 – Seek Medical Help

If you are involved in a serious slip and fall accident, call 911 immediately. If you believe you don’t need to visit a doctor immediately, do so within 48 hours. You may still have an injury that is not obvious to you. To file a claim, you need proof that a doctor examined your injuries.

#2 – Document the Scene

During slip and fall accidents, a lot is happening at once. Most likely, the last thing on your mind is to document the scene, but this simple act can be the difference in your case. While waiting for medical attention, take pictures of the scene. Make sure you can see the conditions of the area where you fell.

#3 – Report the Accident

Look for the owner or property manager and let them know you fell and were injured and would like to file a formal report. Some businesses have specific policies and procedures to follow after a slip and fall accident. File a report to document the accident and request a copy of it. If the police responded to your accident, make sure you request a copy of these reports as well.

#4 – Gather Information

If anyone saw you fall, ask them to help you by providing you with his or her contact information. Write down the information of friends and family members that witnessed the fall. Try your best to get their statement as soon as possible; you need to make sure their memory is fresh so they can provide all the details. Gather the property owner or manager’s information as well.

#5 – Contact a Personal Injury Attorney in South Florida

Last but not least, you need to understand your legal options after a slip and fall accident in South Florida. Talk to knowledgeable premises liability and slip and fall lawyers. Contact LJW Legal, and one of our experienced attorneys will help you understand your legal rights.

Who Is Responsible in Slip & Fall Accidents?

Finding who is responsible for slip and fall accidents can be difficult. Stores may be owned and operated by the same person, while shopping malls have multiple owners, as well as numerous businesses. This means that several parties often share responsibility in slip and fall accidents.

Under Florida law, each defendant is required to respond for its share of the injury, in the case you suffer an injury in a shopping mall, for example.

Likewise, the state of Florida operates under a standard known as pure comparative negligence. In this case, if a judge or jury decides that you shared fault, then your compensation is decreased by that amount. So, even if a victim was negligent in a slip and fall, but say the grounds were still not cared for properly, the victim can be found 40% negligent and the business would still need to compensate the victim for 60% of their damages.

Even if you were partially at fault for your slip and fall accident, you should still file a claim, as you may still be entitled to compensation.

Slip & Fall Law Changes in Florida

Another essential aspect to consider related to slip and fall accidents are the changes in Florida law. Since June of 2016, injured people in slip and fall accidents must establish that the business or landowner knew or ought to have known about the possible hazard and failed to correct it, thus leading to the slip and fall accident.

Now, injured parties have to prove that the company’s or landowner’s negligence went beyond carelessness.

What Can Be Done?

Following the five steps mentioned earlier can help injured people build a solid case that will help them fight for the compensation they deserve.

Now, dealing with slip and fall cases has become more difficult, which is why it’s more important than ever to hire an experienced attorney to advocate for you and protect your rights.

What Are Your Rights in a Florida Slip & Fall Case?

Injured parties that are arguing a slip and fall case in Florida are at the mercy of the court to decide if they are compensated for their injuries. That is why having the right representation fighting for your legal rights is so important. In most cases, these cases are fighting for compensation for damages such as:

  • Medical costs
  • Lost wages
  • Emotional distress
  • Permanent disability
  • Other injury-related expenses

Hiring an Attorney for a Slip and Fall Accident

Slip and fall accident claims in South Florida can get complicated, and often involve going against a big corporation. If you or someone you know has been injured, seek the help of a personal injury attorney in Florida.

Contact LJW Legal today for a free slip and fall case evaluation; our experienced attorneys will help you understand your case and fight aggressively for your rights.

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Ryan and Helen were very thorough and diligent with my case. This was my first time having to hire for this type of service and am honestly thrilled to have been referred to such a diligent, efficient and caring team. They made sure to stay in touch and keep me updated all throughout my case. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Thank you all for your excellent care.
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14:52 03 Oct 22
Very good, professional and responsible lawyer. His office was in contact with me every time they had new information. Step by step Mr. Alex Jean would explain to me what is going on with my case. I didn’t have to wait for years for results. So far from what I hear from other people about their cases Mr. Alex Jean is the best. And I will reference my family and friends you and thank you so much
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20:35 13 Sep 22
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14:59 30 Aug 22
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02:15 13 Jul 22
I hired Alex Jean for a personal injury case and little did I know I was going to get world class treatment.I was referred to the best Chiropractors in Miami and then when I moved to St.Pete the LJW team had great connections there too.My Tesla is as good as new, my back is recovering and not to mention the settlement from the insurance. If I didn’t hire them I’d still be trying to recover money from insurance to fix my car.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you need a personal injury attorney I 100% recommend Alex Jean and the team at LJW.
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16:29 07 Jul 22
Ryan Wechsler is an excellent attorney. He worked tirelessly on my case, which was a difficult one to begin with. When other attorneys were given me issues to take my case, he was the only one that was reassuring and determine to seek justice for me. I completely trusted his counsel. Had it not been for Mr. Wechsler I would have accumulated a lot of debt. I am forever grateful that he accepted my case.
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12:47 30 Jun 22
Ryan and the team are absolute rock stars! I got a recommendation from a good friend to use them, and I was not disappointed. They solved my issue with one strong letter and avoided a bad situation and lots of time and $$$ saved. I will definitely be using them again if the need ever arises.
Micheca AristildeMicheca Aristilde
19:46 08 Jun 22
Very good firm. I had an unusual case. A crane dropped on my car the week of Christmas. Considering the fact my accident occurred during the holiday season, Lyle and his paralegal, Helen, ensured that I received treatment the same day, got a rental, and even settled my case in less than 6 months.They were extremely polite, communicative, and on top of everything. I highly recommend reaching out to them for great legal representation.
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19:20 08 Jun 22
Worked with Ryan and he helped me navigate the process of our law suit. Was in great communication throughout the process. 5 stars
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02:16 08 Jun 22
We had a great experience with Lyle and their team. The communication worked great, they had the patience to explain all the details to us and were responsive to our questions. We got a great settlement.
Perry CrawfordPerry Crawford
18:55 15 Apr 22
Lyle and his law group conducted themselves professionally and were very caring and concerned about my injury. My recovery was foremost on their minds.He fought for me relentlessly and got me what I truly deserved. His confidence and tenacity won the case decisively.Thanks Lyle.
Andrea ChlimperAndrea Chlimper
17:18 15 Apr 22
I highly recommend Lyle Long and his firm. Additional to a very very good settlement amount, Lyle and his staff were a pleasure to work with. Lyle walked me through the entire process from the moment I contacted him regarding my automobile accident. They were excellent with communication, returning my calls/emails and keeping me informed with updates and progress. Unfortunately, this is my 2nd time hiring his firm. My first experience was that positive that I never thought about hiring another firm to handle my legal matter.
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20:04 28 Mar 22
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I got Into an accident 8/13/2021. A friend of mine told me to contact Ryan, I reached out to him the day after my accident ( which happened to be a weekend day ) and he immediately got right on the case. He was very helpful and I was literally able to reach out to him by phone or text any day and any time. He is always available. He set me up for all of my medical treatment and made sure I understood the whole entire process. He’s a great lawyer and is really on your side. My case was resolved in 4 months and my settlement was way more than I expected. I couldn’t be more thankful for him and his staff. They are excellent.Thank you Ryan,Latia J
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