What Makes a Good Slip and Fall Case?
No one goes into a store thinking that this is their last trip being fully independent, or that they may suffer a significant injury. That is what happened to one young couple in St. Louis….
Just 10 years ago, an engaged couple was walking into Costco when one of the two slipped on a grease puddle. Amber, the victim, had dislocated her knee at the time, but 2 weeks later would go into emergency surgery where she would pass away from a blood clot at age 39. Because of the circumstances surrounding the fall, Costco settled for an undisclosed amount (Smith).
Although most cases are not this extreme, what happened to Amber and her family reveals the sincerity and gravity that should accompany these cases. When a disaster occurs in the store that you weren’t planning for, you move so fast that you can miss important details, or you don’t want to create a bigger problem with legal fees, so you’re tempted to do nothing.
Don’t let the overwhelming feelings of pain and frustration take away your ability to fight for fair compensation. It is the duty of management and owners to provide safe an environment for customers and visitors, and if they fail to do so through negligence, they are liable for that event. Think you may have a case? Well, it would not hurt to talk with a personal injury attorney as many provide free consultations where you can discuss the details.
Before you talk with a lawyer make sure you have these elements ready:
Date and Time
- This must be within 4 years of the occurrence, and the sooner you report the incident, the higher chance you have of both the lawyer taking the case, and you winning
Pictures
- Have pictures of the cause (puddle, uneven surface, etc.)
- Footwear (side and bottom to show wear)
- Have pictures of the surrounding area (no cones, signs, etc.)
- Wounds and Bills for Treatment
Effects
- Doctors' appointments & Bills
- Time taken off work for recovery
- Gas mileage used on trips to and from appointments
If you, your child, or another loved one were in a personal injury accident, call TRIPP LAW FIRM – Personal Injury Law at (727) 398-2900 in Pinellas/Pasco/Polk/Orange/Osceola/Seminole County, for an immediate, confidential case evaluation. There is NO Fee and NO Costs if we do not obtain a Recover for YOU!
At the TRIPP LAW FIRM, we have the necessary experience to protect you and your family’s legal rights and pursue the appropriate damages. Don’t hesitate to call us. We answer our phones 24/7/365. The injury law team and staff private investigators at the TRIPP LAW FIRM are ready on a moment’s notice.
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References:
Goguen, David. “Florida Slip and Fall Laws.” Www.nolo.com, Nolo, 8 Mar. 2018, https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/florida-slip-and-fall-laws.html.
Smith, Peter Andrey. “The Slip-and-Fall King Wants to Save You From Your Next Wipeout.” Bloomberg.com, Bloomberg, 29 Oct. 2021, https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2021-10-29/america-s-slip-and-fall-king-wants-to-save-you-from-a-workplace-wipeout.
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