Slip and fall accidents can produce minor bumps and bruises, or they can result in severe, life-changing injuries. These incidents commonly occur in public locations, like shopping malls and grocery stores.
Grocery stores are especially prone to accidents because of the types of products that they sell. A fallen pickle jar that breaks, for example, can cause a hazard that involves both glass and a slippery surface – the result can be deadly.
If you or a loved one has recently been involved in a grocery store slip and fall, you need to speak with a Georgia slip and fall lawyer to evaluate your legal options. You should also take the following steps to preserve your legal claim as well.
Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident at a Grocery Store
You might have a legal claim for your slip and fall accident. But, you should take the following steps to help not only assist with your case but also get the help you need to reduce the long-term effects of your fall.
- Get medical attention
You should always get medical help if you need it after an accident. Keep in mind that you may not realize just how injured you are until well after the fall. This is particularly true if you have suffered a head injury. Even close friends and family may not realize that you have a head injury until hours or even days after the incident. It’s always a good idea to get medical help, even if you go a day or two after the fact to get checked out.
- Report the incident
Many stores have a specific protocol that they must follow when someone is hurt on their property. That often includes making a report about the incident and determining what your injuries might be. While it is a good idea to report the fall, you don’t have to go into detail about the incident just yet.
You should also avoid saying things like “I’m fine,” or “I’m okay” afterward. Simple statements like these can be used against you. You should also avoid stating what caused the incident if you really don’t know. In many cases, slip and fall victims didn’t see what they tripped over before the fall; they end up guessing about what happened—sometimes incorrectly.
- Call a Georgia slip and fall lawyer
Once you have made your report and visited the doctor, the next step you should take is to meet with a lawyer. Although it may seem fast, talking with an attorney right away will help you get the investigation process started immediately. Getting your lawyer involved early significantly increases your chances of getting the money damages that the law says you have a right to after this type of accident. You will also know right away whether you have a legal claim that is worth the time and effort to pursue.
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Grocery store slip and fall accidents happen more often than you might think. But, that doesn’t mean you’re expected to know exactly what to do next. Our team at John Foy & Associates can help. Call us at (404)-400-4000 or fill out the form to the right to get your free consultation today.
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