Legal Assistance for Guelph Slip & Fall Cases

Do’s

• Do report the incident to the property owner or manager immediately.
• Do seek medical attention, even if you think your injuries are minor.
• Do take pictures of the site and document your injuries.
• Do gather witness information and statements.
• Do keep any clothing or shoes worn during the fall as evidence.
• Do keep all medical bills and receipts related to your injuries.
• Do preserve any physical evidence from the scene of the fall, such as skid marks or debris.
• Do write down any details about the fall and the circumstances surrounding it.
• Consult an experienced personal injury lawyer specializing in slip and fall cases.
• Do not ignore any symptoms or delay seeking medical treatment, as this may affect the strength of your case.

Don’ts

• Report it to the property owner or manager before leaving the scene of the fall.
• Don’t ignore any symptoms or delay seeking medical treatment.
• Wait to speak to a lawyer to give a recorded statement to the insurance company.
• Only accept a settlement offer from the insurance company if you speak to a lawyer.
• Don’t dispose of any items related to the fall, such as clothing or shoes worn during the incident.
• Consult a lawyer before signing any statements or documents.
• Don’t assume that you are at fault for the accident.
• Don’t admit fault or apologize to anyone at the scene of the fall.
• Don’t hesitate to seek the assistance of a qualified personal injury lawyer.
• Don’t ignore or dismiss any pain or discomfort you are feeling after the fall, as it may be a sign of a more serious injury.