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Although slip and fall or trip and fall accidents are one of the most common ways that people are injured as a result of another party’s negligence, it can be tough to win those cases. However, there are steps that can be taken to increase the odds of success in your case. If you have ever been injured in a fall in a public place, follow these steps and you are much more likely to prevail in your case.

First, protecting your health should be your top priority. Take all steps necessary to get the medical treatment necessary to heal. Your medical records may be important in your case to show that you suffered injuries in your fall.

You should also make a report at the location in which you fell. If you were injured in a retail store, hotel, or restaurant, let the manager know about your fall. Tell him or her clearly where you fell and what caused you to fall. Make a note of the employee who you spoke with, and if there is a written report prepared, get a copy of it. If you are too injured at the time of the accident to make a report, call as soon as you can to make a report of your fall.

Keep evidence of your fall. This includes a receipt that proves you were at the business on the day you fell, and your shoes and clothing that you were wearing at the time of your fall. Take pictures of the exact area where you fell if you are able. If someone witnessed your fall, get his or her contact information, and ask for a description of what happened.

Finally, contact an attorney. An attorney will greatly help a slip and fall victim in presenting his or her case. An attorney can help with settlement negotiations or can take the case to trial. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident in Beverly Hills, call attorney Conal Doyle at Doyle Law at 310-385-0567. He will help you pursue your case. Call today to learn more.

If you have been injured in a car accident, a slip and fall accident, or a workplace accident, you may not be sure about whether you should hire a lawyer to help you pursue a claim. Many accident victims believe that they should make the claim themselves, because if they hire an attorney, he or she will take the majority of their compensation.

In some cases involving a very small claim, it is probably not necessary to hire an attorney. A minor fender bender that did little damage to your car and produced no injuries is an example of a situation in which the accident victim will most likely be able to negotiate directly with the insurance company to recover damages. If, however, there is serious personal property damage, ongoing medical treatment is required, or a permanent injury is involved, it’s critical for the accident victim to speak with an attorney. It’s highly likely that the value that the attorney brings to your case will well exceed his or her fee.

In many situations, your case will not go to trial. Most personal injury cases are settled out of court with the negligent party’s insurance company or another responsible party. If you are unable to reach a settlement, your lawyer can help you take your case to court so that you can get the compensation you deserve.

You may be uncertain whether or not your case is something you can handle yourself. If you have been injured in an accident, call California personal injury attorney Conal Doyle of Doyle Law at 310-385-0567. He works with clients throughout southern California. Call him today to schedule your free consultation.