Slip and fall accidents take many forms. You can slip on a slippery surface in a grocery store, trip on a broken escalator, over the carpet in your friend’s home, or over a poorly maintained sidewalk or parking lot. Although rare in Atlanta, you may even have a slip-and-fall case if someone does not clear the sidewalks after it ices over or snows. If you are hurt in a slip-and-fall accident, it is essential that you know the steps to take moving forward.
What To Do After a Slip and Fall Incident
Sometimes, a slip-and-fall accident causes minor injuries. If you can, take photos of what caused you to slip and fall, especially if it’s something that someone can fix before you file a claim. Also, take photos of your injuries. Seek medical attention immediately, even if your injuries seem minor. Some injuries take hours or days to manifest.
Once you have seen a doctor, contact our slip-and-fall attorney as soon as possible so we can start investigating your claim and gathering medical bills and other evidence.
Settlement or Litigation?
Some people do not bother contacting an attorney because they do not want to litigate their case. In some cases, attorneys prefer to settle as the outcome for you is faster than litigation. It is also less expensive than litigation and takes much fewer resources.
However, in some cases, the insurance company refuses a fair and reasonable settlement. If this happens to you, it is in your best interest to litigate, although you do not have to. You can still take a lower settlement if you are dead-set against litigation, though we do not typically recommend that. Reaching out to our legal team for a free consultation will provide you with a better understanding of your rights so that you can make a more informed decision.
Compensation After a Slip and Fall Accident
Taking legal action following a slip, trip, and fall accident can provide you with financial relief for some of the damages and losses you face. In most cases, you will be entitled to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages include compensation for:
- Medical costs
- Lost wages or earnings
- Property damage
Non-economic damages cover some of the consequences that you face following your slip and fall accident that do not necessarily have a dollar value. These include:
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Mental anguish
- Loss of consortium
To ensure you have the best chance of getting the maximum possible compensation for both economic and non-economic damages, it is in your best interest to reach out to a dedicated legal team right away.
Where to Find a Slip-and-Fall Attorney in Atlanta, GA
Attorney Laurie Robbins at Robbins Law, PC, can help guide you through the legal process and fight for what is rightfully yours. Over the years, she has successfully litigated on behalf of clients in Atlanta and the surrounding areas in Georgia who have been harmed in accidents through no fault of their own. To find out more about filing a slip-and-fall claim, schedule a consultation by calling 404-252-8117.