Most slip and fall cases settle out of court. That is because slip and fall court time is expensive, and most parties want that to end as soon as possible. Even so, there are approximately eight million slip and falls in America annually. Some are serious enough to go to court.

If you have a slip and fall case, going to court will be a natural concern but is not something you will have to do alone. A South Carolina slip and fall attorney can walk you through this process and handle the tough legwork for you while you recover.

How to Strengthen Your Slip and Fall Case

When you have a slip and fall that is a legal problem, something terrible has happened to you somewhere other than your property. You may begin by starting your quest for compensation with the insurance company. If someone else's negligence caused this problem for you, it's human nature to want more than that.

You always have the option to seek more compensation than what you originally intended to pursue. The law can always say no. To strengthen your slip and fall case, you will need to show the following:

• The property owner had the responsibility to keep you safe from injury
• The property owner failed in that duty
• That failure resulted in your injury or injuries

While it is natural for you to want compensation, it is just as natural for the property owner to presume you may want to sue them. They may be eager to settle the problem right away.

Do not accept any settlement offers until you have received medical treatment. If you think the problem is more extensive than the offered settlement, talk to a lawyer.

If your case is strong, a settlement negotiation process might begin, or you might go to court.

The Settlement Process

The settlement process is handled between the lawyers. During a slip and fall case, your lawyer will advise the other party of what has happened, what laws were violated, and what costs and losses you have incurred.

The other party will respond within the timeframe stipulated by your attorney. That process will go back and forth for some time, and a settlement number may be reached. The offer will be brought to you, your lawyer will tell you if you should wait on that, and negotiations will continue or end when you reach a settlement.

If you can not settle, the case will go to court if you choose to sue.

Contact a South Carolina Slip and Fall Attorney Today

If you have been injured in a slip and fall matter, you have a right to seek compensation for every single loss incurred. Our South Carolina slip and fall attorney will help you gather what you need to collect the compensation you deserve. Contact us for a free review of your case today.

FAQ

How long will my slip and call case take to settle?

There is no one-size answer to this. Your case could take months or over a year. It all depends on how strong your case is and how willing the other party is to settle. If they don't settle, they go to court, and it will take longer.

What if the insurance company offers me a check?

If your insurance company offers you a check, talk to a lawyer about that. You may be required to accept it, and you may not. Never accept an offer to settle without running it past your lawyer.

How long should I wait to sue?

You should try and settle the slip and fall case out of court first. If that fails, your lawyer will advise you when the best time is to launch the lawsuit. You have three years from the injury time under South Carolina law 15-3-530 to begin collecting damages from this injury.