YouTube and other platforms are chock full of footage of people slipping and falling. These videos are largely regarded as humorous ‘fails.’

But if you have recently suffered an injury from a slip and fall in Macomb County, you know there is nothing funny about it. Especially if your injury landed you in urgent care or the hospital.

Whatever the reason for your fall, you may be owed damages and compensation for your injuries. If you suspect that your fall was a result of another person of company, you should consult with an experienced Macomb County slip and fall attorney as soon as possible.

What Does a Macomb County Slip and Fall Attorney Do?

Perhaps your fall happened because of a wet, slippery, or uneven floor. It may have been the result of an icy walkway or stairs with unstable or broken railings. And it could have happened in a store, your apartment complex, a neighbor’s house, a restaurant, or even a medical facility!

There are so many possibilities.

What a slip and fall attorney does is help those who have suffered an injury on someone else’s property. They have the expertise to assess the cause of your fall and determine whether the property owner was responsible or negligent in some way.

Your slip and fall attorney will painstakingly comb through surveillance video and/or incident reports to get information on who is responsible for your fall and the sources of compensation that may be available to you. They have the know-how to negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf to seek the best possible compensation.

If, by chance, no settlement is reached, a slip and fall attorney may represent you in court. He or she will advise you on your rights and options, and keep you updated regularly on the status of your case.

Is Going to Court Likely?

Fortunately, many cases are settled without a lawsuit. Once an initial investigation is complete and the full extent of the injuries and disability is assessed, then a case can settle pre-lawsuit with an insurance company claims adjuster or insurance company lawyer.

In Michigan, many insurance claims adjusters work with a formula to calculate slip and fall case settlements. They first tally up the total cost of your current medical bills and lost wages. Then they multiply that dollar amount by a “multiplier” that reflects the level of your pain and suffering. Finally, they add a dollar amount for what they believe will be your future medical needs, as well as potential wage loss if you are unable to work.

An Experienced Slip and Fall Lawyer Will Get You the Best Settlement

While the settlement amount is ultimately out of your control, hiring a Macomb County slip and fall attorney with a proven track record of settlements and trial verdicts is within your control. And it will behoove you to do so.

That is because data from the insurance industry indicates that attorneys who have this kind of experience typically obtain settlements for much more money, and often more quickly, than general practice attorneys or even personal injury attorneys who don’t specialize in Michigan premises liability law.

This last point is of key importance.

What Are Michigan Premises Liability Laws?

We are so glad you asked!

Under Michigan Premises Liability laws, a property owner is responsible for keeping their premises safe and free of hazards. So, if your slip-and-fall accident in Macomb County was on another’s property, you could have a claim and the right to seek damages.

What qualifies as property does not include just commercial buildings such as stores, restaurants, parking lots, or apartment buildings. If your injury happened at someone’s residence, that may qualify as well.

In addition, the Michigan Supreme Court overruled the Open and Obvious Doctrine in 2023 – making it much easier for slip-and-fall accident victims to now seek compensation. Before this ruling, many injured parties could not find a Macomb County slip-and-fall lawyer who was willing to take their case because attorneys were all too aware that the case would likely be thrown out of court.

Since the ruling, cases are no longer routinely dismissed and an injured party’s case is heard by a jury of its peers. This has provided newfound hope for those who have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident. So do not give up hope.

Has a Slip and Fall Negatively Impacted Your Life?

When selecting your Macomb County slip and fall attorney, you deserve a team of skilled and experienced professionals who are prepared to carefully review your claim and pursue a case against any responsible parties. The attorneys at Femminineo Law are those legal professionals.

So contact us or call 855-65-CRASH today.

Wherever your accident occurred, you may have a right to seek damages for your injuries. If you do, we’ll ensure that you get the maximum possible recovery. And at Femminineo Law, you pay nothing until we WIN.  Get David Get Paid.