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7 Things That Help Make a Strong New York Slip and Fall Case

Nobody files a lawsuit for fun. If you have been hurt in a slip and fall accident, then you are likely considering calling a New York slip and fall attorney to initiate filing a lawsuit to recover damages for your medical expenses, out-of-pocket costs, lost income and pain and suffering.

While no case is perfect, it is possible to make your case easier, and potentially to receive any possible recovery sooner, if you follow these seven steps:

  1. Record the Names and Contact Information for Witnesses: they may be useful in proving what happened at the time of your accident.
  2. Takes Pictures, Video or Document Other Evidence From the Slip and Fall Site: if you do this immediately it will prevent the property owner or manager from repairing the problem before evidence is gathered from the site.
  3. Document any Evidence That the Property Owner or Manager Knew or Should've Known About the Danger: if you have any knowledge that the cause of your accident had been there for a significant amount of time or that the owner or manager failed to exercise reasonable care in maintaining the property, then it is important to document it.
  4. Get Prompt Medical Attention - see a doctor even if you are unsure if you are injured: The symptoms of some serious injuries may not be readily apparent.
  5. Follow Your Doctor's Orders: do not risk injury to yourself by failing to follow your physician's instructions.
  6. Do Not Talk to the Defendant or Insurance Company About the Cause of Your Injuries: anything that you say may be used against you later.
  7. Call a New York Slip and Fall Lawyer: an attorney will protect your rights and handle settlement negotiations, the investigation of your injury, and other legal matters on your behalf.

For more information about your potential slip and fall case, please contact a New York injury lawyer at 1-800-362-9329.


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