Slippery floors, faulty handrails, and dangling electrical cables are among the many hazards that claim thousands of lives every year. Those who survive these slip and fall accidents often suffer long-term health complications and incur thousands of dollars in medical expenses. If you were hurt on someone else’s property, schedule a consultation with our Artesia slip and fall attorneys. 

Our legal team will answer your questions, explain your rights, and develop strategies to help you achieve a favorable outcome in your personal injury case. Dial 1-800-GO-HARRIS to get started. 

What Mistakes Could Hurt My Slip and Fall Claim? 

Gather evidence, write a statement about what happened, and fill out the necessary paperwork—on the surface, filing a personal injury claim seems like a simple process. However, if you’re seeking a considerable amount, you should expect the insurer to leave no stone unturned in their search to find reasons to dispute your claim. 

Our Artesia slip and fall attorneys have decades of collective experience overseeing personal injury and wrongful death cases. They are intimately familiar with the types of strategies used by insurance companies to reduce or deny claims, and could help you avoid or counter any disputes that may arise during proceedings. Ultimately, they will handle the logistics of your case, leaving you to focus on avoiding these common mistakes: 

• You Didn’t Seek Medical Treatment Immediately after the Accident: If you were able to walk away from the accident, you may not think it’s necessary to visit the doctor. However, foregoing a medical assessment, or waiting too long to schedule an appointment, could make it difficult for you to recover compensation for your losses. For example, the insurer might assert that you suffered your injuries in a different incident as the date of your doctor’s visit does not correspond with the day of the slip and fall.  

• You Posted about the Accident on Social Media: Whether you discussed the accident online, posted photos of your injuries, or left a scathing review on the negligent property owner’s business page, your social media activity could influence the outcome of your claim. As part of their investigation, the insurer may monitor your accounts for any evidence that could be used to dispute liability, causation, and damages. If, for example, you shared pictures of yourself at a club just a few days after your fall, opposing parties may use these images to assert that your injuries can’t be as serious as you are claiming. Our legal team may advise you to deactivate your social media accounts for the duration of proceedings.  

• You Provided a Recorded Statement: After suffering an injury in a slip and fall accident, the insurance company may contact you to request a recorded statement. While the claims adjuster might assure you that they “just want to hear your side of the story”, these calls are often used to elicit specific answers that can be used to challenge your credibility. As such, it may be in your best interests to let your attorney handle all dialogue with opposing parties. 

How Our Attorneys Might Be Able to Assist with Your Claim 

A quick internet search will turn up hundreds of law firms eager to handle your claim. However, while their websites might make bold promises, the reality is that some attorneys simply don’t have the necessary resources or experience to give your case the attention it deserves. 

At HPIL, our personal injury lawyers have decades of collective experience overseeing claims in Artesia and throughout California. Here are a few ways we may be able to assist: 

• Investigate the Accident: In order to obtain a settlement or prevail at trial, you will need to gather evidence to prove liability, causation, and damages. At HPIL, our attorneys can help conduct a thorough investigation into what happened, taking steps to gather the necessary proof—such as photos of the accident scene, eyewitness testimony, surveillance camera footage, and official records—to support your slip and fall accident claim. 

• Approximate a Fair Settlement: Before initiating settlement negotiations, it helps to have an accurate idea of how much your claim might be worth. Our attorneys can assess your situation to determine what damages might be available in your case and help estimate fair compensation for your losses.  

• Oversee Negotiations with the Insurer: Between your mounting expenses, errands, and the hard work of healing, it might feel like there’s barely a minute to spare to start working on your personal injury claim. At HPIL, we can grab the reins, handling the logistics of your case so you can focus on recovering from your injuries. We can help deal with the claims adjuster’s questions, fill out the necessary paperwork, and work to counter any disputes that might arise during proceedings. Our legal team has decades of combined experience dealing with the state’s insurers, arming us with an intimate understanding of what it takes to achieve a favorable outcome. 

• Litigate Your Case: In some situations, you may need to file a lawsuit to recover fair compensation for your damages. Our seasoned trial attorneys can help prepare your case for court and will provide tenacious representation from day one. 

Speak to a Slip and Fall Attorney in Artesia 

If you were injured due to the actions or inaction of a negligent property owner, it may be in your best interests to discuss your case with a personal injury attorney. Contact us today at 1-800-GO-HARRIS or swap to our online contact page HERE to request a free case review.