If you want to sue for damages after a slip and fall accident, having as much evidence on your side as possible should be a top priority. One piece of evidence that often makes or breaks cases like these is the surveillance footage. If the video of your fall is clear and you can show that the property owner never addressed an obvious hazard, that’s something that our Monmouth County supermarket accident attorneys can build a case on.
Can I Ask For Surveillance Footage After a Slip and Fall?
You can ask for the surveillance footage after a slip and fall accident. Your lawyer can also secure the footage for you. Usually, we try to get the footage of your accident and some time before and after it. This can give us a more complete picture of what happened and make it clear when a potential hazard was ignored.
How Can Surveillance Footage Make a Difference?
Surveillance footage can make such a difference because cases like these are often a “he said, she said” situation when no hard evidence is involved. You can say that a hazard wasn’t addressed, but the property owner might say that they didn’t have enough time to do anything. A property owner can blame a victim’s own behavior, claiming that they were running or looking down at their phone instead of paying attention to their surroundings.
The surveillance footage changes this. Now you can support your own arguments while refuting any statements made by the opposing side. If the footage is clear and taken from the right camera angle, it’s sure to make a big difference in your personal injury case.
Do I Need to Hire a Lawyer?
Not necessarily, but we do recommend it. Our lawyers are used to building cases like these and negotiating with insurers. Someone from our firm can do a lot to assist you with your case, from calculating fair compensation to connecting you with expert witnesses who can help strengthen your case.
What Kind of Compensation Can I Win in a Slip and Fall Case?
You can secure all kinds of compensation in a slip and fall case. A fair compensation offer addresses the economic and non-economic costs of an accident like this. So you can be reimbursed for things like:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning potential
- Loss of enjoyment
- Property damages
- Pain and suffering
Discuss Your Case With an Attorney
If you or a loved one were injured in a slip and fall accident, we want to hear from you. Contact the Wilton Law Firm and ask to schedule a free case consultation. We can tell you more about the next steps and how our lawyers can help you pursue the damages that you deserve.
