Imagine this scenario, you are walking down an aisle at the grocery store and next thing you know you are lying on your back, with sore limbs and possibly a bump on your head. You first thought is how did this happen and then your second though it usually “Why didn’t someone clean this up?” With all of the people that pass though all of the businesses in Dallas-Fort Worth every day, it is fathom the number of injuries that occur in public places each year.
What should you do if you have fallen or become injured inside a store or public place due to a slip and fall? If you are not in a position that requires immediate medical attention, the first step is to document the scene. Use your phone to take photos or a video of the are where you were injured and what caused the injury. Maybe it is liquid on the floor, a broken chair leg, a faulty shelf, etc.
If there where any witnesses that saw the incident, ask them if they are willing to wait around while you talk to a manager. If they are not, try to get their name, phone number, email address and possibly their address in case you need a witness statement in the future.
Now that you have gathered evidence and the contact information of the witnesses, quickly summon an employee of the establishment and let them know about the accident. It is generally better to discuss the incident with someone in management. Request that they fill out an incident report as quickly as possible. If the establishment claims not to have an incident report ask them if you can write your statement on a piece of paper and both you and the manger sign the document acknowledging that the incident occurred.
If you feel that you may need medical attention, seek it as soon as possible. After injuries, symptoms tend to worsen in the hours and days after the onset. Getting medication for swelling and pain can help to contain the pain you will go through. In most cases, an legal assistance is required to resolve these matters.
The Law Offices of David S. Kohm have successfully resolved hundreds of these types of injury cases in Arlington and are ready to provide the service you or your loved ones may need. DO not hesitate to call our offices 24-7 to set up a free consultation. You can call us at 1-817-861-8400.
