We had a great case outcome in a broken ankle settlement. Learning what we did for the client and how. We got her the absolute most for her injury can help you know how these cases work.
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So What Happened?
My client, whom, for confidentiality reasons, we will call “WR”, fell and broke her ankle. She was referred to my office by a woman who spoke with me about a case years before but who did not hire me (all of my clients refer me to their families and friends, and I appreciate it!).
She broke her ankle and chipped a tooth on a private sidewalk, so naturally, she was interested in learning her broken ankle settlement value. Most lawyers would tell you: tough case. Fall down cases can be tough. And it was a tough case. I hired an architect and structural engineer to write a report outlining the problems with the sidewalk and the overhang.
Settling Before A Lawsuit
Before we filed a lawsuit, only one of the three Defendants would even return my call. The other two would not acknowledge the claim in any way.
This is common in slip and fall cases or cases involving a fall on stairs. It is common for property owners and property managers not to respond. They do not want to encourage you, and sometimes, inexperienced lawyers will give up. That's why working with an experienced lawyer really helps.
What Steps Changed Their Tune?
Here are the 3 major things I do on slip and fall cases to get the best outcome for my clients:
- Have the case ready for trial on the day we file the lawsuit.
- Hire an architect and/or structural engineer to review the case for code violations.
- Make sure we do a thorough analysis of medical records to claim every injury from the fall.
Too many lawyers treat slip and fall cases like they are car crashes. Simple, easy to prove.
But the truth is, a fall down case is very complex and it requires details and hard work from the beginning. And your slip and fall lawyer cannot take 'no' for an answer.
Get the Compensation You Deserve for Your Injury
If you’ve suffered a broken ankle or any other injury due to a slip and fall, you deserve to know your legal options. At The Law Office of Scott D. DeSalvo, we fight to get our clients the maximum settlement possible.
Whether you’re dealing with a complex slip and fall case or another personal injury, our dedicated team is here to help.
Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation and take the first step toward getting the compensation you deserve.
