Where can I get help to pay for medical bills after a slip and fall?

I took a nasty fall in September of 2011 that required two surgeries on my hand. I am losing use of my hand. This happened at a major retailer. The water caused me to slip and fall.

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Answered By: Gilbert & Bourke, LLP

The store where you fell may be responsible if the water was on the floor due to their negligence or if they failed to take measures to inspect for problems such as the water on the floor and failed to timely clean it up. The store may also have "medpay" which would pay for medical bills up to a certain limit even if the store was not at fault. You should consult an attorney near you as soon as possible to preserve and present your claim to the store.

Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/15/2011

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Answered By: Slaughter & Slaughter

I suggest that you immediately speak with an attorney about your case. Premises liability cases are complex and often require prompt attention and preservation of key evidence. The law has requirements that the plaintiff must show in premises liability cases in order to hold the retailer responsible for injuries as a result of a dangerous condition.

Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/14/2011

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Answered By: Law Office of Mark J. Leonardo

If it was water that should not have been there, then get an attorney asap. While slip and fall cases are difficult and disfavored, if there is a true hazard that could have been prevented and you suffered a significant injury, then you should have a viable claim against the store owner/operator.

Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/14/2011

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Answered By: Diana K. Zilko, Attorney at Law

Your claim/case needs to be reviewed immediately by an attorney who handles slip and fall cases. Just because the incident happened doesn't mean the retailer will be held liable. As such, it is imperative that an investigation is done to see if liability can be proven, and if so, then that sets the stage for a settlement or recovery to be made for your injuries, medical bills, and related damages.

Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 12/14/2011

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