Maison Law helps people that have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident at any Target in California. In a slip-and-fall accident, you can experience all different kinds of injuries. The worst of these can involve broken arms, so it’s important to understand what you can get when you file a claim. Our team can guide you through the entire process. Contact us today for a free consultation.
How Much Should I Receive For a Broken Arm in a Slip-and-Fall Accident at Target?
Unfortunately, this isn’t an easy question to answer. It’s true that if you’re broken arm is caused by Target’s negligence, you have the right to file a claim and recover “damages.” But, what you’re going to get depends on several key factors:
- Your specific injury – A broken arm is a bit of a catch-all term. According to the Mayo Clinic, broken arm injuries can range from a “mild” break that can be treated with a sling, ice and rest. But often, they’re more serious injuries that require surgery and long rehabilitation to get better. This means higher medical bills.
- How traumatic it was – Probably the first thing that comes to mind with a broken arm is how painful and traumatic it is. If your fall in Target results in a serious break, it brings a lot of emotional turmoil for both you and your loved ones. Part of what you should ask for are costs associated with your pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
- Lost income – Another part of your damages is how much income you missed out on from not being able to work. A broken arm takes a lot of time to heal, which means you can ask for lost income or a loss of earning potential if you can’t go back to your old job.
These aren’t the only things that factor into what you can get in a slip-and-fall claim, but they’re going to make up the bulk of your damages. However, in order to actually get fair damages, you’re going to have to go through the claims process.
What Do You Need to Do to Protect Your Claim?
Before you can think about filing an injury claim for your broken arm from a slip-and-fall at Target, you have to think about your health and safety. The reality is that just having the right to file a claim doesn’t automatically mean you’ll get a fair offer. So, to protect your claim, take these steps:
- Get medical help – Even if the break seems minor, call 911 and see a doctor. Some fractures need surgery with plates or screws, which can increase your medical costs and recovery time.
- Report the fall – Tell a Target employee or manager so the accident is documented. Ask for a copy of the incident report.
- Gather important information – Take pictures of anything that caused your fall, the surrounding area, and any visible injuries. Strong evidence can support your claim.
- Talk to witnesses – If anyone saw the fall, get their contact info. Their statements can help prove Target’s negligence.
- Document your injury on your own – Track your pain, mobility issues, and treatment. If your injury affects work or daily life, this can increase your damages.
- Preserve your evidence – Keep your clothes and shoes from the accident in case they help prove what happened.
- Watch what statements you make – Don’t give detailed statements to Target staff or their insurance company. Stick to the facts and don’t admit fault. Also, don’t post about your accident on social media.
A broken arm can have lasting effects, especially if surgery or therapy is needed. The more severe the injury, the greater your potential damages. These steps will help you build a strong claim and hold Target accountable.
What Claims Options Do You Have After a Broken Arm in a Slip-and-Fall at Target?
Facing Target in a slip-and-fall claim can be pretty intimidating, given their vast financial resources and huge numbers of insurance reps and other people you’ll have to deal with when you do file a claim. But at least in terms of your options, you have the same rights as anyone else that gets hurt because Target (or someone else was negligent.) You can either:
- File an insurance claim out of court
- File a lawsuit.
Both options allow you to recover damages, but the process is a bit different depending on what you choose. If you go with an insurance claim, it can lead to a quicker payout. But, the process is totally controlled by Target’s insurance carrier, so they get to decide how much your claim is worth and what to offer you.
If the offer isn’t fair, you can file a lawsuit. A lawsuit is more formal and takes much more time and effort to get through. But it also allows you to get fair damages, because it’s overseen by a judge and jury. Once you file a lawsuit, our team will handle everything, helping you gather and present evidence for your damages, which can include:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Repair or replacement costs for property damage
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Reduced quality of life
Keep in mind, you only have two years from the date of your accident to file, but if you meet that deadline, you can recover damages. Getting this compensation is an important part of your recovery. Our California Target slip-and-fall accident lawyers are here to stand up for your rights and make sure you get the financial and emotional support you need to recover. Contact us today for a free consultation.
