If you own property you are on the hook for making it is safe. This is the case for personal property, businesses and governmental agencies.
Sure. Accidents can happen. But a lot of the time they can be avoided. This is true if someone knew there was an issue. But it is also true if the owner should have known it existed.
Most accidents happen near or in a business location. Most insurance companies will challenge slip and fall claims. It is important to have a lawyer by your side. Cochran Texas can help protect your rights at every step of the process.
Common causes of accidents
Wet, oily or slick floors
Loose rugs
Frayed carpets
No warning signs that a spill exists
Tripping over something
Not enough light in a hall or stairwell
Broken or missing handrails
A hole in the ground
An object sticking out of the ground
Snow, ice or water caused by the weather
Common Questions
Take care of your health first. If you are hurt, see a doctor as soon as possible. It is important that your injuries are properly documented.
Report the accident to the owner, manager or landlord. Get details of the incident in writing from them.
Document everything. Take pictures of the exact place you fell. Be sure to capture anything that contributed to the fall. Think about what you were doing right before the accident. Think about the way you fell. Did you fall forward or backward? Did you put an arm out to brace you? Also, get the names and contact info for anyone who saw the incident.
Keep the shoes and clothes you had on in a safe place. These may be needed if your case goes to court.
When talking with the property owner, manager or landlord, stay calm. Do not place blame. Don’t take any of the blame yourself. If they ask you to give a statement to their insurance company, politely decline. Explain that you want to speak to an attorney first.
Don’t post details about the event on your social media page.
Call Cochran Texas.
The sooner you get your case started, the better your chances are for success. Call Cochran Texas and let us help you figure out your best approach.
Almost anywhere. Common locations include parking lots, sidewalks, stairwells, playgrounds and the shopping mall.
No. This is a common mistake people make. Business and homeowners must maintain their property so that it is safe at all times.
Contact us today to schedule your free case evalutation
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