Injured in a Slip and Fall accident?
Many people, who have slipped and fell, never report the incident. Unfortunately, trip,slip and fall accidents are trivialized in the media. Often, people feel embarrassed or ashamed to take legal action for a slip and fall accident. There is a negative connotation associated with these types of lawsuits. Many people feel they will be viewed as a person who is running an accident con for the sole purpose of making money. However, the statistical data related to such accidents tells a different story.
Injuries due to slip and fall accidents
Many people will be astounded to know that an estimated one million people each year suffer painful injuries due to trip, slip and fall accidents. This number is probably much higher since many people choose not to report such accidents. Each year approximately 17,000 people die from injuries sustained from these accidents. The average medical costs associated with such accidents are approximately $30,000. This is information is published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the National Safety Council.
Many of these accidents are caused due to the neglect of property owners which results in dangerous conditions. These accidents occur in many areas. The most common place that these accidents occur is places such as:
• Sporting events
• Work place
• Retail stores
• Musical events
• Shopping Malls
Property owners carry premises liability insurance in the event of such an unfortunate accident. Regardless of insurance, most states have laws requiring property owners maintain strict safety measures to protect the public from unsafe conditions.
Sadly, many of these accidents are taken lightly. Most people have the misconception that slip and fall accidents merely cause embarrassment and a few bruises. More injuries result from this type of accident than those caused by car accidents. If you have slipped and fell, you should seek medical treatment for your injuries. In addition, a medical examination may discover your injuries are more serious than you think.
Your next step should be to seek the advice of an experienced attorney who specializes in accident cases. Slip and fall accidents can be complicated and there may be other legal issues involved. You want an attorney to review your case to ensure you are compensated for your injuries that resulted from the negligence of another. With an average cost of $30,000 in medical expenses for such injuries, you should not take your accident lightly. Many serious injuries do not manifest until months after the accident. You need the advice of an attorney to ensure you are protected to the full extent of the law.
Most businesses or property owners will complete an accident report to be filed with the insurance company. You want to find an attorney before you speak with any representative of an insurance company. The insurance company will attempt to obtain a recorded statement from you and may use that statement to limit the amount you will be paid for any injuries sustained. If the insurance company contacts you, politely decline to speak with them until you have spoken to your attorney.
If you have slipped and fell, you will want to contact Medford Injury Lawyers for a consultation as soon as possible. We are a top-rated accident injury law firm. Our attorneys have the experience and expertise to handle any injury case. Medford Injury Lawyers operates on a “No Win No Fee” – contingency basis, which means you will not pay any money unless they recover compensation for your slip and fall injury.
Contact Medford Injury Lawyers to set up a free consultation or call us @ (800)285-8678.
