Spring Hill Slip & Fall Attorney

Falls are a common injury, but after a serious fall some people will struggle to get back on their feet. They instead suffer major injuries when they crash onto the ground or strike a table. In addition to being knocked unconscious, some fall victims will grapple with concussions, broken arms, facial injuries, and back sprains. Call Wendy Doyle-Palumbo today to talk about any slip and fall accident. She is a seasoned injury attorney who is prepared to file an injury claim on your behalf if the facts support it. You can meet for a free consultation with a Spring Hill slip & fall attorney.

Evidence for a Slip & Fall Case

Anyone injured in a fall needs to prove the owner or occupier is liable for the accident. Typically, they created a hazard or knew about it but did not warn a visitor. Many people slip and fall on trash, debris, loose paper, spilled water, and condensation. Other hazards include uneven carpets, worn carpets, or freshly waxed floors.

The defendant might claim you tripped because you didn’t pay attention to where you were going. That type of defense might work. Many people today walk around with their face pressed to a phone, which means they do not watch where they step. A negligent person might receive a smaller settlement, or be prohibited from seeking any compensation.

We rely on the following evidence to show a hazard existed:

• Use your phone to photograph whatever hazard caused you to fall. Did you slip on a pool of water? Whip out your phone and get a picture or ask someone to take a photo for you. A picture establishes the hazard existed, even if the property owner goes ahead and fixes it.
• Anyone who saw you fall can offer their testimony about what caused the accident. Speak with any witnesses and ask for their name and a way to reach them later, such as a phone number.
• Security footage. Some businesses have closed caption TV as a security feature. We can ask to see the video for the day when you fell, which might show the hazard which caused you to fall.
• Medical records. Your medical records establish the seriousness of injuries. They can also show how you impacted the ground or hit a table on your way down to the floor.
• Your memories. As soon as you can, write down what you remember. For example, you could have turned a corner in the pharmacy and suddenly lost your footing. After falling, you saw trash on the floor.

Call Our Office to Learn More About Your Legal Rights

After documenting an accident and receiving medical care, please call our office. Wendy Doyle-Palumbo is a Spring Hill slip & fall lawyer who knows how to bring injury claims against negligent property owners. She can fight to obtain the maximum compensation allowed under Florida law, and she can push back on any allegations that you were negligent yourself. Reach out to schedule your free consultation.