Slip and Fall Accidents

Thousands of people are injured each year by slipping or tripping and falling. These types of accidents commonly occur on sidewalks, at grocery stores, restaurants and shopping malls, but they can occur anywhere.

What you should do to protect your rights:

◊ Take photographs (from different angles) of where the fall took place
    (and/or what caused you to fall) showing the defect and surrounding areas, 
    including landmarks if possible to clearly show where the defective area is 
    located;

◊ Do not give any verbal or written statements to the insurance company or
    anyone else. 

◊ Do not sign any papers stating how the accident happened. 

◊ Get names and contact information of any witnesses to the accident; 

◊ While the facts are fresh, write down everything you can remember about
    the accident e.g.; 

       ◊ what caused you to fall, 
       ◊ anything anyone said that was important,      
       ◊ etc.; 

◊ Get medical attention as soon as possible. 

What needs to be proven
so you can receive money damages?

The general rule in a slip or trip and fall case is that,
to succeed, you must;

◊ first prove that there was a dangerous condition,

◊ that the owner or proprietor knew or should have known of the dangerous 
   condition,

◊ and that the dangerous condition was not open, obvious and/or easily avoided,

◊ and that particular condition was responsible for your injuries.

Often, in order to receive damages that cover pain and suffering and also adequately compensate you for your injuries, there may be parties, other than your employer, that may be responsible for the accident. This is especially true in the case of 'on the job work accidents' or 'workplace accidents' where there are product and equipment suppliers, etc. who may have contributed to the accident.

If a third party is found to be the cause of the injuries, then damages (other than those available to you under the Illinois Workers Compensation Act) are available that will more fully compensate you.

Our Firm Is Experienced In Slip and Fall Accidents
and Injuries.

Knowledge of the laws and/or regulations governing Slip and Fall accidents is imperative when developing theories against any third parties involved.

     ◊ Experience in the inspections of injury sites,
     ◊ inspections of the equipment and products on the site, 
     ◊ identification of critical witnesses,
     ◊ and knowledge of how to preserve and analyze important evidence is
        also essential.

You need a lawyer who handles slip and fall accidents injuries to adequately analyze all the intricacies involved and protect your rights to be fully compensated for your damages.

Do not make any type of statement
or sign any papers without first consulting with us.

Anything said or signed at the time of the accident can be used against you and may prevent you from receiving compensation that you may have otherwise been able to receive.

Contact Us if you have been injured. It is important that you act promptly as certain statutes of limitations apply and you can lose your rights to be compensated.

The initial review of your case and the consultation is free. We look forward to working with you and we know you will be pleased with our services.

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The entire staff of the McDermott and McDermott Law Firm is knowledgeable and sensitive to your needs. Their focus is on making the process as comfortable as possible.

  ◊ They explain everything to you,
  ◊ keep you informed,
  ◊ include you in the decision making process,
  ◊ and always return your phone calls.

Your matter is handled as expeditiously as possible without compromising your rights.

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