Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common types of personal injury occurrences. When an individual is injured in a slip and fall case, they may be entitled to filing a personal injury lawsuit against any responsible parties involved. However, in a huge place like a city, pinpointing the liable party can get complicated as there may be multiple parties to blame. For this reason, if you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, it is important to seek legal help immediately. Contact the personal injury attorneys of Finkelstein and Partners, LLP today. Our experienced team of personal injury lawyers have the knowledge to offer you the highest quality legal representation.
Seeking legal help immediately after being injured in a slip and fall accident is crucial. The statute of limitations within the state of New York states that you must file your lawsuit within three years from the day of your accident. In the event that the negligent party was a government agency, which is common in cities, your time frame is cut considerably. You are given a 90 day time frame to file a claim against the government agency and an additional year and 90 days to file the actual lawsuit. With that being said quick legal action is always imperative.
Slip and fall accidents can happen at any time in any given location. Common places for slip and falls to occur include cluttered hallways, areas of heavy traffic, ramps and doorways. In addition, there are also other causes of such accidents. Individuals may be susceptible to slips and falls due to conditions such as slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces, unsteady ladders, stairway hazards and unstable work surfaces or equipment.
In order to protect your legal rights after a slip and fall accident, it is important to take action immediately. First and foremost, seeking medical attention is most important. Medical documentation is one of the most crucial forms of evidence in a personal injury lawsuit, so be sure to see your doctor right away. Failure to seek medical attention immediately following your injury may weaken your chances for obtaining compensation. Also, take photos of the accident scene right away without anything being touched or moved. Often times, in slips and falls it difficult to pin liability. Documenting the scene will show the hazards that caused the incident. Photograph any holes, cracks, uneven or icy surfaces at the accident scene. Also show any areas where there was a lack of warning or barricade in hazardous areas. It is also important to make sure you notify the property owners of your injury at once. This will create an incident report for your case which can jumpstart your claims process. Notifying the property owner both by oral and written statements will also strengthen and protect your claim. Finally, keep documentation of everything. The more evidence you are able to show, the better chance you may have of receiving compensation.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a slip and fall accident in a city, contact the personal injury attorneys of Finkelstein and Partners, LLP today. Our professional team of personal injury attorneys will stop at nothing to make sure that you receive maximum compensation for your injuries. Call us today at (800) 529-2676.
Mr. Finkelstein is the Managing Partner of Finkelstein & Partners, LLP. He has become a noted consumer activist through his representation of injured individuals against corporate wrongdoers and irresponsible parties.
An accomplished litigator, Mr. Finkelstein has represented Plaintiffs in wrongful death and catastrophic personal injury cases. He has successfully handled dozens of multi-million dollar cases.