The moments immediately following a slip and fall accident are crucial. Most of us experience confusion, shock, pain and anxiety during these moments and would hardly be able to attend to certain necessary practical aspects at this time. However, the unfortunate reality is that unless immediate steps are taken, the information required to be submitted while seeking compensation could be lost.
Contact a Gloucester personal injury lawyer with experience, knowledge and expertise in handling cases similar to yours to assist you in filing a compensation claim against the at-fault party/parties.
A free consultation injury lawyer can provide a swift, comprehensive and genuine evaluation of your case based on the circumstances and the nature of your injuries and losses.
The injuries caused in such accidents range from minor sprains and bruises to serious life-altering damage to head, neck, brain etc. If the victim is an elderly person, or is pregnant there could be serious consequences from slip and fall accidents.
Steps to Be Taken
Gloucester slip and fall accident lawyers would advise you that important evidence could be lost in the time between the occurrence of the accident and launching of a legal process. If the victim is unable to gather evidence due to injuries, a trusted friend or family-member can compile some basic information regarding the accident.
- Report the accident to someone in authority and get a written acknowledgement
- Get medical attention immediately, however “minor” the injuries
- Take photographs of the location and the presumable cause of the accident, like ice, oil, liquid spills, etc.
- Make a note of the exact time and date.
- Preserve the footwear and clothes
- Take contact details of witnesses or anyone else on the premises
- Avoid talking to anyone other than your own personal injury lawyer about the accident
- Never post information regarding the accident and your health on social media
- Avoid making statements like “All my fault” etc to anyone
Top-rated accident lawyers can compile a robust claim using witness testimony, CCTV camera footage if available, medical testimony and employment records and ensure that your rights and interests are safeguarded throughout the process.
If you, your family or a friend has been injured in an accident, please feel free to speak to one of our injury lawyers for a free consultation about how we are able to assist in making a personal injury claim. We consult in all cities across Ontario with a no win no fee guarantee. Our personal injury lawyers have helped victims secure millions of dollars in personal injury cases. Call us Toll Free On our 24/7 Injury Hotline: 1 – 844 495 7333 or Text a Personal Injury Lawyer 24/7 and get instant help. (416 931 5015)
