Slip and fall type accidents are quite common in grocery stores and supermarkets. These types of accidents usually occur because the ground surface has become slippery. Slip and fall accidents can cause serious injuries.
If you have been hurt or injured due to an accident of this type, you may be able to claim compensation if you have evidence that the accident was preventable. Clear proof that the store or supermarket management or staff could have avoided your injuries is the most important factor in a successful personal injury claim.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall in a Grocery Store
It’s important to know what to do immediately after a slip and fall accident in an H-E-B or any other grocery store or supermarket. You should seek medical treatment and get an assessment from your doctor. If there were witnesses to the accident, it’s important to ask them whether they would make a statement confirming what they saw.
If you are able, photos of the store where the accident took place, such as any mess on the floor may be useful. Other evidence may include video security recording taken by the store close to where you had the accident.
Evidence to Collect After a Slip and Fall at a Grocery Store
You must have as much evidence as possible that backs up your claim that H-E-B, or other grocery or supermarket was liable for your injuries.
Evidence includes witness statements, in-store video surveillance and photos taken at the scene of the accident. You must also be able to show evidence that the damages sought (economic and non-economic) are justified and directly related to the severity of your injuries and the cost of treating them.
Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Texas
It’s important to know how injury claims are settled in Texas. The state has a two year limit on any personal injury claims, including slip and falls. This statute of limitations is timed from the date of the accident. As it can take time to gather evidence and file a claim either with the store owner’s insurer or through a personal injury lawsuit, you are advised to start the whole process as early as possible.
The other state specific rule is Texas’s modified comparative fault rule. This diminishes how much you can obtain in a personal injury claim by your perceived percentage of blame. If it is ruled that you were more than 50% to blame for the accident, then you cannot claim any compensation at all.
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It is important to have proof of liability when contemplating a slip and fall claim as well as understand state specific rules that relate to personal injury cases. A personal injury attorney can help you with your claim. Most PI attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, making it easier for you to obtain legal help.
Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against H-E-B, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
