Wisconsin Personal Injury Law: What should I do if I was Injured in a Fall?

Being injured in a slip and fall accident is nothing to take lightly. You have suffered an injury, and there is nothing more important than seeking medical attention to ensure that you are giving yourself the best chance possible of a full recovery.

Once you have addressed your medical concerns, it essential to contact an attorney who can protect your legal rights and help you fight for the compensation you deserve.

An experienced personal injury attorney will be able to quickly assess whether your slip and fall accident entitles you to compensation. As the result of a trip and fall accident, you may be entitled to receive compensation for a variety of damages including but not limited to medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages, and loss of future earnings.

Common Questions that must be answered in your slip and fall personal injury case are:

• Where did the accident occur? On private or public property? Inside or outside a building?
• What were the weather conditions when the accident occurred?
• Were there any witnesses who saw what happened?
• Was there a defect or special circumstance, such as a slippery spot, that caused the accident?
• Who is the owner of the property on which you were injured?
• Who is legally responsible for the safety of those on the property?

As you can imagine, digging up answers to all these questions can be a challenging task. Fortunately, this is not something you have to do on your own. Instead, you can rely on the assistance of a well qualified, experienced personal injury attorney. A legal professional will know where to go for answers, and how to determine if you are in position to file a lawsuit.

People all over the country are injured in slip and fall accidents. Some of these incidents lead to minor injuries while others cause serious harm to the person involved. There are many factors that must be considered in determining if you have a valid case. Go to KH-LAW.net to schedule your FREE Consultation with an attorney so that your case can be quickly assessed and to find out your legal rights.

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Stephanie Thompson, Estate Planning Attorney of Krueger Hernandez & Thompson SC

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