An injured person can get a settlement or a judgment in a slip and fall case. It helps to have pictures of the area and the substances slipped on, so if possible, document the scene, indicating any “wet floor” or other warning signs, or lack thereof. Also, immediately notify the property manager.
Slip and falls can also happen outside or in a private home. Request to be taken to a medical facility to be checked out, even if you think you are not hurt. Injuries can manifest at a later time, including hours and days later. As soon as you possibly can, contact a personal injury attorney. The State of California has a statute of limitations, two years for most personal injury cases. However, the so-called “discovery rule” allows a suit to be filed within a reasonable period of time after the injury has been discovered, or should have been discovered.
