Like many accidents, slip-and-fall accidents are often caused by one or more of the many forms of negligence. It could be negligence on the part of the property owner, the staff, or a manager, since they’re all obligated to do what’s reasonable to keep the premises clean and safe for you and other guests. If they breach this duty of care and you have a slip-and-fall accident and are injured, they can be held liable to pay you damages to compensate you for your losses.

If you’ve been injured in a slip-and-fall at a Walgreens or any other drugstore, an attorney can determine if you’re entitled to seek compensation for your losses, both economic and noneconomic. Indeed, working with an attorney is the best way to maximize the chances of obtaining a fair settlement. And attorneys usually take these kinds of cases on a contingency basis, meaning you don’t have to pay anything up front—they will get paid from your settlement.

What Should I Do If I Just Fell in a Walgreens?

If you just fell and were injured in a Walgreens location or other drugstore, you may wonder what you should do. There are a few things that should be done to help support any claim you file. Immediately after the accident you should do these things:

  • Talk to bystanders and get their contact information. Otherwise, you’ll never find them later.
  • Establish your accident as fact by having a member of management create an accident report. Get a copy of it.
  • Take pictures to document the accident scene and the cause of the accident.
  • Get a medical evaluation even if you don’t feel hurt. You may not be able to detect your injuries right away, but your healthcare provider can document them in your records. This is a crucial step.

Why Should I Get an Attorney If I Can Do It Myself?

Most people can file a claim themselves, but once you do, you’ll be fighting an insurance company. Insurance companies report big savings to their shareholders every quarter by taking advantage of victims who don’t have legal counsel. If you work with a lawyer, however, they won’t be able to use cheap tactics to lowball you. Your lawyer will know how to gather and organize evidence, present it to the insurance company or its lawyers in a persuasive way, and be your expert negotiator in settlement discussions. If the insurer refuses to offer a fair settlement amount, your lawyer will file a lawsuit on your behalf and represent you in court as well.