Finding the right Whitney Ranch slip and fall lawyer is a big step toward getting your life back after a bad accident. At Friedman Injury Law, we understand that a sudden trip or slide can lead to more than just a bruise. It can lead to missed work, scary medical bills, and physical pain that makes it hard to take care of your family. You should not have to pay for a mistake that someone else made. We are here to listen to your story, explain your rights in plain English, and help you get the money you need to heal. We know the streets of this community and we want to see our neighbors treated with the respect they deserve.
How Friedman Injury Law Can Help You
When you are hurt, the last thing you want to do is fight with an insurance company or fill out piles of paperwork. That is where we come in. We start by looking into exactly what happened. We look for camera footage, talk to people who saw you fall, and check if the property owner had been warned about the danger before. Often, businesses know about a problem but wait too long to fix it. We work to uncover those details.
We also make sure all your medical records are organized. This helps us show the insurance company exactly how much your injury has cost you. We handle the phone calls, the emails, and the meetings. If the insurance company tries to offer you a low amount of money, we stand our ground and fight for what is fair for your specific injuries. We know how to build a case that shows the full impact the fall had on your daily life.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire Us?
One of the biggest worries people have is how they will pay for a lawyer. We want to make this easy for you. We work on a contingency fee basis. This means you do not have to pay us any money out of your pocket to get started. We do not send you monthly bills or ask for a retainer. This allows you to keep your money for your rent and groceries while we handle the legal side.
We only get paid if we win your case and get you a settlement. If we don’t win money for you, then you don’t owe us any attorney fees. This system allows everyone to have a fair shot at justice, no matter how much money they have in the bank. It also means we are fully committed to getting the best possible result for you. We are taking the risk with you because we believe in helping people who have been wronged.
Do You Need to Go to Court If You File a Claim?
Many people worry that filing a claim means they will have to sit in a courtroom and talk in front of a judge. In reality, most slip and fall cases are settled without ever going to trial. We often reach an agreement with the insurance company through meetings and negotiations. This is usually faster and less stressful for everyone involved. It allows you to get your settlement money sooner so you can move on with your life.
However, if the insurance company refuses to be fair, we are prepared to go to court for you. We will be right by your side the whole time, making sure you feel ready and supported. Our job is to make the process as smooth as possible, whether we settle in an office or a courtroom. We handle the hard work of preparing the evidence and the arguments so you don’t have to feel overwhelmed by the legal system.
Damages Typical in Slip and Fall Incidents
When we talk about damages, we are talking about the money you lost because of the accident. This includes the obvious things, like your hospital bills, ambulance costs, and the price of your medicine. It also includes the money you didn’t earn because you had to stay home from work to recover. We look at every way the accident cost you money to make sure nothing is left out.
There are also damages for things that don’t have a specific receipt but are still very real. Here are some of the common things we ask for:
- Physical Pain: The actual hurt you feel in your body every day.
- Emotional Stress: The fear, anxiety, or sadness caused by the accident.
- Loss of Enjoyment: Not being able to do things you love, like sports or playing with grandkids.
- Future Medical Care: Money for surgeries or therapy you might need next year.
- Disability: If your body will never be exactly the same as it was before the fall.
Understanding Shared Fault Rules
In Nevada, there is a rule called modified comparative negligence. This sounds complicated, but it just means that the court looks at whether you played a part in your own fall. For example, if you were looking at your phone when you tripped, the insurance company might say you were partly at fault. They use this to try to pay you less money.
As long as you are not more than 50% responsible for the fall, you can still get money for your injuries. However, the total amount of money you get might be lowered by your percentage of fault. If the court decides you were 10% at fault, your check might be 10% smaller. We know how to argue against insurance companies that try to blame you for things that weren’t your fault. We work to show that the property owner was the one who truly caused the danger.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall Injury
The moments right after a fall are very important. If you can, take pictures of the area where you fell. Take a photo of the liquid on the floor, the broken step, or the ice that caused the slip. These pictures are the best proof we can have. If you wait even an hour, the store might clean it up and then it is just your word against theirs.
You should also report the accident to the manager of the store or the owner of the property. Ask them to write it down and give you a copy of the report. Finally, see a doctor as soon as possible. Even if you don’t think you are badly hurt, some injuries like concussions or internal bruising don’t show up right away. Having a medical record from the day of the accident is very helpful for your case. It connects your injury directly to the fall.
What Should You Say to Your Insurance Provider?
After an accident, you might get a call from the other person’s insurance company. They might sound very friendly and ask you to “just tell them what happened” in a recorded statement. It is best to be very careful here. You are not required to give a recorded statement right away. They are often looking for any reason to deny your claim or say you weren’t actually hurt.
In fact, it is often better to let us do the talking for you. Insurance adjusters are trained to look for reasons to pay you less. A simple phrase can be twisted to make it sound like you weren’t really hurt. If you do speak to them, stick to the basic facts:
- Where the accident happened.
- The date and time of the fall.
- That you are still seeing a doctor for your injuries.
- The contact information for your lawyer.
Do not guess about how fast you were walking or tell them you feel “fine” just to be polite.
Common Types and Places for Slips and Falls
Slips and falls can happen anywhere, but we see them most often in a few specific places. Grocery stores are a big one because of leaking coolers or spilled produce. Restaurants often have greasy floors or spilled drinks that can be very slippery. We also see many accidents in parking lots where there are cracks in the pavement or poor lighting that makes it hard to see where you are stepping.
Apartment complexes can also be dangerous if the stairs are broken or if the carpet in the hallway is torn and bunched up. Whether you are at a big stadium or a small local shop, the owner has a duty to make sure the floor is safe for you to walk on. If they ignore a problem, they are responsible for the injuries that follow. We hold them accountable so that the same thing doesn’t happen to someone else.
Contact a Whitney Ranch Slip and Fall Lawyer
If you are hurting and don’t know where to turn, we are here for you. You don’t have to deal with the insurance companies and the medical bills on your own. We have the experience and the heart to help you through this difficult time. We want to help you get the money you need so you can move forward with your life. Falling down is hard, but getting back up is easier when you have someone helping you.
Call Friedman Injury Law at (702) 970-4222 today. We offer a free consultation where we can talk about your accident and see how we can help. There is no pressure and no cost to talk to us. We will give you an honest look at your case and tell you what your options are. Let us take care of the legal work while you focus on getting your health and your strength back.