What matters now
Slip and falls happen in an instant, but recovery can take a lifetime.
Slip and falls are different than just about any other case. There is generally no immediate insurance to pay for medical bills. They are heavily reliant on video evidence and well-documented medical care. You can't just rely on any attorney to know how to properly handle one of these cases.
Get medical attention
After an accident adrenaline can be high and sometimes injuries are not immediately obvious. Many times a visit to a local urgent care or emergency room is necessary to document and address symptoms as they become apparent.
Preserve what you can
Evidence is everything. Photos, witness information, police reports, vehicle damage, and text messages may become important evidence even though it may not seems so at the time. The most important evidence is always a police report. No matter what the other driver says, call 911 and ask for police to come so that a record can begin to be made.
Call me before the insurance companies
An adjuster may seek a statement or quick resolution before the full impact of an injury is known. Don't fall for their tricks. The adjust is not your friend and they are not there to help you. Their only goal is to get you to sign a release for a small amount of money so that they do not have to pay you a larger amount in the future. Call me before you call them so that you do not minimize your ability to be fully compensated.
