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Texas Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Property owners in Texas are required to keep their property in safe condition for customers and guests. If you slip or trip because they didn\u2019t, you may be entitled to compensation. The I Just Got Hit (Godsey Law Firm, P.C.) team has more than 15 years experience fighting for Texas injury victims. Our slip and fall attorneys will fight for you while you work on recovering and rebuilding. \n\n<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Were You Injured in a Slip and Fall or Trip and Fall Accident?\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Most of us have slipped or tripped at some point. Usually, we shake it off and keep going. But some falls are much more serious.\u00a0<\/p>

Slip and fall accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, including:<\/p>

  • Sprains and strains<\/li>
  • Torn ligaments<\/li>
  • Broken bones<\/li>
  • Back injuries<\/li>
  • Brain injuries<\/li><\/ul>

    Some of these injuries are relatively minor, while others can have long-term or even lifelong effects. If you\u2019ve been injured in a slip and fall or trip and fall accident on someone else\u2019s property, you owe it to yourself to find out whether you have a personal injury claim. The best source of advice is an experienced Texas slip and fall lawyer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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    When is a Property Owner Responsible for Injuries?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>

    A property owner isn\u2019t automatically responsible for any injury that happens on their property. To establish a slip and fall claim, you must show that:\u00a0<\/p>

    • A dangerous condition on the property caused your injury<\/li>
    • The property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition<\/li>
    • The property owner didn\u2019t fix the problem or warn you about it<\/li><\/ul>

      Some types of dangerous conditions that may cause a slip and fall or trip and fall injury include:\u00a0<\/p>

      • A broken stair or loose stair rail<\/li>
      • A broken floorboard or carpet that isn\u2019t properly tacked down<\/li>
      • Debris on a floor or walkway creating a tripping hazard<\/li>
      • A wet or slippery floor<\/li>
      • An unexpected change in the level of the floor<\/li>
      • A broken sidewalk\u00a0<\/li>
      • Poor lighting, or unlit stairwells or halls<\/li><\/ul>

        These are just some common examples. You may have a claim if you were injured by any hazard on the property that the owner should have known about and didn\u2019t fix or provide a warning.<\/p>

        What to Do After a Slip and Fall Injury<\/strong><\/h3>

        After a slip and fall, the first thing you should do is check yourself for injuries. That\u2019s true after any type of accident. It can be hard to know how seriously injured you are. Don\u2019t take any chances. Call an ambulance (or ask someone else to) if you need medical attention right away. If you\u2019re not sure how seriously injured you are, go to urgent care, an emergency room, or your own doctor right away.\u00a0<\/p>

        If you wait too long to get medical care after a slip and fall injury, you could get worse. That might mean a longer recovery time. Or, you could do permanent damages. Two types of injuries that can be especially dangerous if you wait and see are spinal injuries and head injuries.<\/p>

        Steps to Take at the Scene of Your Injury<\/strong><\/h3>

        Depending on your injuries, you might not be able to do these things. Safety first. If and only if you are well enough:\u00a0<\/p>

        • Take pictures or video of the scene, especially whatever caused you to fall<\/li>
        • Get contact information from anyone who witnessed the fall or the conditions that caused it<\/li>
        • Make sure you know exactly where you are\u2013if you fell in an office building or a friend\u2019s house, that\u2019s easy, but if you\u2019re walking down a sidewalk in front of a row of stores, it may be important to know which one you were in front of<\/li>
        • Look around for security cameras that might have recorded your slip and fall<\/li><\/ul>

          After You Leave the Scene<\/strong><\/h3>

          The first step, of course, is to get whatever medical care you need.\u00a0<\/p>

          When you get home, take notes. If you\u2019ve been through a traumatic experience, it may seem like you\u2019ll never forget a second of it. That\u2019s rarely true. Details fade. Blank spots appear. It becomes difficult to remember the order things happened in. If your slip and fall case goes to trial, it may be two years or more before you get to tell your story in court. Notes you made at the time can help refresh your memory.<\/p>

          In the days following the accident\u2013and maybe weeks or months\u2013it\u2019s important to keep up with your medical care. Make sure you get any tests your doctor orders. Keep all of your follow-up appointments. Go to any specialists your doctor recommends. Do physical therapy or exercises at home as recommended, and take any medications you\u2019re prescribed.\u00a0<\/p>

          If you don\u2019t do as your doctors tell you to, you could set back your recovery. You could also give the property owner\u2019s insurance company a way to argue that you\u2019re partly responsible for your own injuries. That could mean you don\u2019t get full compensation for your medical bills and lost income.<\/p>

          Talk to a Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer Right Away<\/strong><\/h3>

          You have two years to file most slip and fall injury cases in Texas, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should wait to get help. The best time to hire a personal injury lawyer is as soon as possible after your accident. Here are a few of the reasons it\u2019s best to act fast:\u00a0<\/p>

          • In certain cases, like if the property is owned by a city, the time to give notice of your claim may be much shorter<\/li>
          • You start a slip and fall claim by notifying the property owner\u2019s insurance company, but it\u2019s best that you don\u2019t talk to them<\/li>
          • As time passes, it gets harder to collect evidence, and some evidence may be lost forever<\/li>
          • Managing your claim can be time consuming and stressful, so handing off to a Texas slip and fall attorney can take the pressure off<\/li><\/ul>

            The I Just Got Hit (Godsey Law Firm, P.C.) team was built around a common goal: to improve lives in our community. You don\u2019t have to take our word for it. Listen to our clients.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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