After a slip-and-fall injury, property owners sometimes correct the issues that led to the accident to place blame on the victim. Insurance companies may also dispute responsibility to lower costs and minimize the value of your claim. Taking evidence at the scene of the accident before anything is removed or destroyed with give your injury attorney the leverage they need to collect proper compensation.

Preserving Evidence After a Slip-and-Fall

Take Photos

Images of the conditions that led to your injuries can be compelling evidence in an injury claim, especially if the property owner makes repairs or deletes surveillance footage. If you slipped because of a spill in a grocery store aisle or fell down a flight of stairs because of a loose guardrail, collect documentation before leaving the scene. If you’re too badly hurt, task a friend, family member, or the police to take photos for you. This evidence can improve the chances of your injury attorney winning the case. 

Collect Contact Information

Eyewitness testimony can be extremely valuable for proving liability if the insurer disputes your version of events. Before leaving the scene, collect the names and contact information of anyone who witnessed the accident and take note of what they saw. Also, ask the property owner if there is video footage of the incident.

Get Medical Attention

Even if you don’t seem to be seriously injured, still see a doctor as soon as possible. Many injuries common in slip-and-fall cases don’t present symptoms for hours or days, but contemporaneous medical records can help your injury attorney establish a clear connection between the accident and your medical condition.

The Law Office of Thomas L. Brayton III is one of Connecticut’s most accomplished firms. They are rated as an AVVO® Top-Rated Lawyer 2017 Superb Attorney Rating by the Legal Community. Their legal team has nearly 30 years’ experience helping accident victims throughout Waterbury and the surrounding areas, providing aggressive representation and valuable legal insight. To schedule a consultation with an injury attorney, visit the website or call (203) 591-8689.