If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident in a supermarket, department store, or any other public place, you may be entitled to compensation. These places typically have very hard floors and a fall can leave you with serious injuries. Besides pain, you may also be facing lost time from work and unexpected bills. The attorneys at Sutton & Smyth, LLP are experienced in obtaining compensation in all manner of slip and fall cases. Call 877-529-6570 for a free consultation and take the first step towards getting the compensation you deserve.
What to do after a slip and fall in a supermarket or store:
The insurance companies for supermarkets and other types of stores use many loopholes to deny you the compensation you deserve. The following steps can help you prove your claim for compensation in a slip and fall case:
- Safety First
- Call 911 and ask for an ambulance if you have serious injuries
- Take Photos of Where You Fell
- Take photographs or a video of the area where you fell
- If an object or substance caused you to fall, be sure to photograph it
- File a Report with the Store
- Identify what caused your fall and note that you have been injured
- Seek Medical Treatment
- Seek prompt medical care at a hospital, urgent care or your primary care physician
- Tell your doctors about all your injuries
- Call a skilled trip and fall lawyer
- Call the personal injury attorneys at Sutton & Smyth, LLP at 877-529-6570 as soon as possible
- An experienced attorney knows the value of your case and will stand up to the insurance companies