A fall can happen in a grocery store, parking lot, hotel, restaurant, condominium, workplace, or private property. The legal questions depend on the facts, the property, the cause of the fall, and the injury. This article is general information only.
Details that may become important
- Where the incident happened
- What condition caused the fall
- Whether photos or video exist
- Whether employees or witnesses saw the incident
- Whether an incident report was created
- What medical care was received
Photos and timing
Property conditions can change quickly. If it is safe, photos of the area, lighting, flooring, liquid, debris, weather, warning signs, or defects may be useful to preserve.
Medical documentation
Keep records of urgent care visits, hospital visits, imaging, therapy, prescriptions, and follow-up appointments. Medical documentation may help explain the nature and timing of the injury.
Speak with counsel about the facts
A licensed attorney can discuss whether the property condition, notice, causation, damages, and deadlines may matter in your situation.