What to Do After a Fall Down Injury: Protecting Your Rights and How Basch & Keegan Can Help

As we transition into the colder months, the risk of slip and fall or trip and fall accidents increases. Wet leaves, slick sidewalks, and poorly maintained public or private spaces can pose hazards that lead to serious injuries. At Basch & Keegan LLP, we’ve been representing clients injured in these types of accidents since 1987. If you’ve experienced a slip and fall accident, it’s important to act quickly to protect your health and your legal rights. Here’s a step-by-step guide on what to do after a fall and how our experienced team can help you navigate the path to recovery.

Steps to Take Immediately After a Fall

1. Seek Medical Attention: Your health and well-being should always come first. Even if you feel fine immediately after the fall, some injuries, like concussions, fractures, or soft tissue damage, might not become apparent until hours or days later. Getting prompt medical care not only ensures your safety but also documents your injury, which is crucial if you decide to pursue legal action.
2. Report the Incident: Whether the fall happens on public property, in a business, or at someone’s home, report the incident to the property owner, manager, or supervisor as soon as possible. Make sure to get a copy of the accident report if one is filed. This documentation can serve as valuable evidence later.
3. Take Photos and Gather Evidence: If you are able, take photos of the accident scene. Capture any hazards like wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, or broken stairs that may have caused your fall. Also, if there were any witnesses to the incident, try to get their names and contact information.
4. Avoid Giving Detailed Statements: After a fall, you may feel rattled, but it’s important to avoid making statements about the incident before consulting with an attorney. Even something as simple as apologizing or downplaying your injury could harm your case later. Stick to the facts when reporting the accident but refrain from making conclusions about fault or your health.
5. Contact a Personal Injury Attorney: Navigating a slip or trip and fall case can be complex, especially when dealing with insurance companies. Basch & Keegan LLP has handled hundreds of these cases, and we know what it takes to hold negligent parties accountable. Contact us for a free consultation so we can review the details of your case and determine the best course of action.

How Basch & Keegan LLP Can Help You After a Fall

Slip and fall or trip and fall cases are often contested by property owners and insurance companies. Having a skilled legal team like Basch & Keegan LLP in your corner can make all the difference. Here’s how we can help:

• Determining Liability: Property owners have a duty to keep their premises safe. We will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of your fall to identify whether negligence played a role, such as failure to fix known hazards or inadequate maintenance.
• Documenting Your Injuries: Your medical records will be critical in demonstrating the impact of the accident on your life. We work with healthcare professionals and medical experts to gather the evidence necessary to prove the extent of your injuries.
• Negotiating with Insurance Companies: Insurance companies often try to settle quickly and for as little as possible. Our attorneys have a strong track record of standing up to insurance companies and negotiating fair settlements for our clients.
• Litigating if Necessary: If the insurance company or property owner refuses to offer a fair settlement, our team is prepared to take your case to court. We have over three decades of experience winning personal injury cases and recovering hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients.

Why Choose Basch & Keegan LLP?

At Basch & Keegan LLP, we treat our clients like family. With decades of experience in personal injury law, including fall down cases, our attorneys understand the emotional and physical toll these accidents can take. Our goal is to secure the compensation you deserve so you can focus on your recovery. We’ll be with you every step of the way—fighting for your rights and ensuring you get the best possible outcome.