Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
A Fall in a Store
Six weeks ago, I tripped and fell on a piece of plastic lying on the floor of a bookstore. An employee asked if I was alright; I said yes as I didn't feel any strong pain at the time. Within 30 minutes, however, my knees (which I fell directly on) became quite sore and painful and within hours severe bruises appeared. I faxed a letter the next day to the bookstore manager stating what happened and that I would wait for recovery of the bruises. I did photograph them.
Now, six weeks later, there is slight residual pain in one of the knees upon exertion such as climbing stairs. I would like to have it checked by a doctor at the store's expense.
How should I proceed?
Thank you.
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: A Fall in a Store
It sounds like a most unfortunate matter. Does it effect your walking or running? You need to obtain representation immediately so as to have a referral to a doctor who would take the matter on a personal injury lien or to determine whether or not there is "med-pay" insurance coverage. Lost earning capacity, medical bills, future medical costs, and, pain and suffering are also awardable. It is worth hiring a lawyer. Especially when most attorneys would take the case on a contingency basis. Please contact me directly at (619) 222-3504.
Re: A Fall in a Store
you should consult with a personal injury lawyer.
Re: A Fall in a Store
To answer your inquiry:
1) You should have your knee examined by your physician and follow his recommendations . . .
2) You may be able to recover general damages
for your pain and suffering as well as medical
and other expenses incurred as a result of the
injury . . .
3) You could submit your bills to the insurance company for the store and make a demand for settlement but you should obtain the assistance of counsel to ensure that your rights are adequately maintained . . .
4) Whatever you do . . . remember that there is a time limit within which you must file a formal court action if you do not settle . . . in California that limit is within one (1) year from the date of the accident for personal injury, with some exceptions which may shorten the time . . .
If you have further questions you may contact me directly by email at [email protected] or by telephone at (619) 234-8199 . . . Good luck . . .
Patricia Ann (Patty) Lewis
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