Collect Witness Statements
Collecting accounts from individuals who observed the accident can provide invaluable corroboration of the events leading up to the slip-and-fall. Witness testimonies can help establish key details, such as the cause of the fall, the condition of the premises, and the actions taken (or not taken) by the property owner or manager. These statements substantiate the plaintiff’s version of events and provide additional perspectives on the incident.
Gather All Evidence and Contextualize the Fall Correctly
The most important thing to winning slip-and-fall cases is to gather all possible evidence, such as video footage, and then contextualize the fall correctly.
[Your attorney] must show that [their] client acted like any reasonable person would have acted when the fall happened. The way to do that is to give context. For example, explain that they were not walking in a construction site where you should watch every step you take; they were walking in a store that was supposed to be safe for its customers.
The defense often will try to argue that the injured person should have seen the hazard, but with proper context, you are more likely to overcome that argument.
Provide Proof of Negligence and Hire a Skilled Attorney
Demonstrate that the property owner or manager was negligent in maintaining a safe environment. Achieve this by proving that they were aware of the hazardous condition or should have been aware of it through reasonable inspection and failed to address it.
Additionally, showing that the injuries resulted directly from the hazardous condition and caused significant harm or financial losses strengthens the case. Engaging a skilled attorney specializing in premises liability law and effectively presenting the evidence in court can significantly enhance the chances of winning the case.
Provide Comprehensive Medical Records
Provide reliable, objective proof of the physical harm endured. These records should be as comprehensive as possible, including professional diagnoses, treatments, and any ongoing or potential future medical issues stemming from the fall.
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