FAQS – SLIP AND FALLS

It depends on your state.

The statute of limitations for slip and falls in Missouri is 2 years, meaning an individual has 5 years from the date of injury to file a complaint with the court.

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The first step should be to seek medical treatment – even if you don’t believe that you have been injured. 

Even some more severe injuries can be delayed and present days after the fall occurred.

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Most claims require a 3-step process, including the filing of the claim.

The process for filling a slip and fall claim is as follows: 1) seek medical treatment; 2) file an accident report; 3) collect evidence and; 4) filing a claim. 

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Ultimately, it depends on the unique circumstances of your case. 

On average, most slip and fall cases settle between $10,000 and $50,000. However, there are many factors that impact the value of a case, and settlements may be higher or lower.

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Economic and non-economic damages are used to calculated the value of a slip and fall settlement.

Factors used to calculate slip and fall settlements include the severity of injuries and associated medical expenses for treatment and recovery, lost wages, and damages associated with pain and suffering.

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Depending on the degree or severity of your injuries you may be eligible to recover compensation for pain and suffering.

Typically, compensation for pain and suffering in slip and fall cases ranges from $2,000 to $100,000.

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Similar to the settlement amount, the how long it takes to recover compensation will depending on the unique factors of your slip and fall case.

Claims with clear negligence and moderate injuries often settle within 9-12 months after medical treatment is complete.

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