Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident

Slip-and-fall accidents are not benign events. They can cause serious injuries and can also be fatal. Slip-and-fall accidents can happen almost anywhere. They can take place in parking lots, in stores, in businesses, in amusement parks, in homes, and more. If premises are not maintained appropriately and are neglected, then they can be dangerous.

While anyone can be harmed in a slip-and-fall event, there are certain populations who are more vulnerable to suffering the most severe injuries. Specifically, senior citizens, very young children, and individuals with disabilities are at the highest risk of sustaining catastrophic injuries in a slip-and-fall accident.

If you were in a slip-and-fall accident in Oklahoma, speaking with an Oklahoma City personal injury attorney at the Putnam Law Office can help you understand your rights and what actions to take to secure financial compensation.  

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident

It is important to act quickly if you or a loved one was harmed in a slip-and-fall accident. In most cases, the Oklahoma statute of limitations for a slip-and-fall injury claim is only two years from the date the accident happened.

The following steps should be taken after a slip and fall accident:

• As soon as you can, after your slip and fall accident, report it to the property owner. This makes a record that the injury accident happened. If a report is filed, ask for a copy. If there is not a report made, then request the address of the location of the fall and make sure to write a description of the slip and fall accident and the injuries you sustained. Send this to the address.
• If anyone saw your slip and fall accident, then you may ask them if they would provide you with their contact information. Your lawyer can use this during the claims process to take their statements about what they saw.
• Gather evidence and take pictures of where you fell. For example, if you know you fell because of a slick floor, documenting it is critical. The more details and evidence of the location of the accident the better.
• See a medical professional to have your injuries diagnosed and treated. Seeing a doctor sooner than later is important to connect your injuries with your slip and fall accident. The medical treatment you are administered and any doctor’s notes can be used in your injury claim.
• Write down the details of your accident so that you can keep an accurate description of what happened.
• Don’t post about your injury accident or your claim on social media, and if possible, do not use social media while your claim is active.
• Don’t talk to insurance companies without the support and assistance of your lawyer.

Speak to an Attorney at the Putnam Law Office Today

There are several steps to take after a slip and fall accident. For assistance with a slip and fall accident claim in Oklahoma, please call the Putnam Law Office to schedule a free consultation at (405) 849-9149.