When you’ve had a long week, you may look forward to a weekend shopping spree. Whether you’re looking for new clothes or equipment for your hobbies, visiting stores is a great way to relax and blow off steam. However, if you sustain an unfortunate injury while visiting a business property, you may not know how to proceed. The following blog can help you navigate the steps you need to take and explores why it’s in your best interest to contact a New York City slip and fall lawyer from the Law Office of Richard M. Kenny to help guide you through your personal injury claim. Here are some of the questions you may have:
What Steps Do I Need to Take After Injury on a Business Property?
When you sustain an injury while shopping or patronizing a business, it’s vital to take the correct steps to protect yourself. The most essential thing you must do following an accident is to call emergency services to request medical attention for injuries. If you do not require immediate attention, you should still call the police to file a report. Similarly, you’ll need to see your doctor even if you think the injuries are not very severe. Unfortunately, some injuries do not manifest immediately, like concussions or back issues.
Once you receive the necessary treatment, you’ll want to alert the store owner or manager of the accident. This allows you to file an incident report which is vital when pursuing a personal injury claim. Alerting the manager ensures you can file an incident report while also bringing the issue to the attention of the store owner so they can remedy the hazard, preventing another shopper from suffering the same injuries. Be sure to request a copy of the incident report before you leave.
Finally, you’ll want to do what you can to speak to witnesses and take photos of the scene. Talking to witnesses can help back up your claims, while taking pictures provides valuable evidence can aid your claim. Finally, you should see if the store has a security system. If they do, request a copy of the footage depicting the moments before and leading up to your accident.
What Kind of Injuries Can Occur?
Unfortunately, several injuries can occur while on a business property. This means that you can endure broken bones, sprains, lacerations, and head injuries, among other wounds. Whether this is caused by a slip and fall or you’re struck by falling merchandise, it can drastically change your life.
If you’ve sustained such an injury, our legal team stands ready to effectively fight for the full and fair compensation to which you are entitled. Contact us today.
CONTACT OUR EXPERIENCED NEW YORK CITY FIRM
Our entire legal team is dedicated to providing the advice you need and the personalized attention you deserve. If you have been injured due to another party’s negligence, call (212) 421-0300 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation with a New York City personal injury lawyer. You may be entitled to financial compensation, which can help you on your road to recovery.
