Slip and Fall Archives - Law Offices of Jarrett Benson

Slip and Fall Accidents – Who’s At Fault?

by IgniteTeam | Oct 2, 2018 | Blog, Slip and Fall

Everyone knows that moment when you feel like you are going to slip or fall – you grasp for anything to help break your fall and you feel like your life is flashing before your very eyes. Not everyone is so lucky to prevent or cushion their fall. Slip and fall...

Slip and Fall Accidents

by IgniteTeam | Nov 8, 2016 | Slip and Fall

Slip, trip and fall accidents are generally considered “premises liability” cases.

Personal Injury Case Timeline

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Investigation
We investigate the facts of the accident, the location, obtain photos and police reports, and take witness statements.
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ANALYZE INSURANCE
We immediately analyze your relevant property and health insurance policies to see what coverage applies to your case.
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CONTACT INSURANCE
We contact your insurance company and the other’s party’s insurance company. We do this right away.
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RESOLVE DAMAGES
We help you resolve any property damages and/or medical treatment. This may take weeks to months.
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SUMMARY OF DAMAGES
We collect all medical bills and reports, and records of wages lost, and we evaluate the damages.
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FULL EVALUATION
A full evaluation of your case is performed with you, usually after you’ve finished any needed medical care.
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BILLING INSURANCE
We send medical records and/or other damages and proof to the insurance companies.
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NEGOTIATION
We attempt to negotiate an out-of-court settlement. This can take several months.
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DEPOSITIONS
We prepare written questions for the other side to answer, and we take depositions from the defendant and witnesses.
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DISCOVERY
Both sides investigate the facts of the case and examine all of the evidence in what is called the discovery process.
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EVIDENCE
After providing the evidence of your claim and answering any written questions, we prepare you for your deposition, which we attend with you.
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TRIAL/ARBITRATION
We prepare for and take the case to trial or arbitration once the date is set by the court.
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SETTLEMENT
We confirm your medical bills and liens are paid/resolved, and we distribute settlement funds to you.
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SETTLEMENT TIMING
Settlements can happen at any time during your case once you finish your medical care.