London Trip and Fall Accidents Caused by Potholes

Potholes are often considered a nuisance for drivers. Those who are behind the wheel may pass over potholes regularly, which can eventually cause damage to their vehicles. Although potholes are problematic for drivers, they put pedestrians at risk of getting hurt, as well. If there are large potholes on the ground inside a parking lot, anyone who is getting out of his or her car could trip over the uneven asphalt and fall. A simple fall can lead to a bigger problem when the person who falls suffers injuries and needs to receive professional medical help in a hospital environment.

As someone who gets injured from a pothole, you may have an opportunity to seek damages for your ailments. Our lawyers have regularly worked with clients who have been in similar situations in which they are suffering because of a fall caused by a pothole. We know you likely have some serious concerns and we would like to guide you through the legal process in the most efficient way possible.

What to Do if You Are Injured Because of a Pothole

If you trip over a pothole and are injured, attempt to pull your phone out and photograph your surroundings. Having photographs of the conditions of the parking lot is a great way to prove your case against the owner of the parking lot. After all, the owner of that parking lot should have been aware of any potholes and taken the proper steps to have those potholes fixed. If you cannot take photos in the moment because you are dealing with severe pain, ask someone else to do it for you or visit the parking lot shortly after the accident to have photos taken of the pothole. The photos will provide an in-depth view of the size of the pothole that caused your fall.

It is important to see a medical professional after you fall, even if you do not necessarily feel like you are that hurt. You could have internal injuries, including a traumatic brain injury that could go unnoticed for several weeks or months unless you were to have scans done at the hospital. Because it is necessary to find out what types of injuries you have, make sure to tell the medical professionals what happened to you and have them examine you from head to toe before providing you with a diagnosis.

Types of Injuries a Person Might Sustain After Tripping on a Pothole

You can potentially suffer from a broad range of different injuries after tripping over a pothole and falling to the ground. Some of the different injuries include:

• Broken bones. It is not unusual for someone to break at least one bone after falling on the ground. You could twist your ankle and break your foot or land on your wrist and break it. In most cases, you will know if you broke a bone because you will feel excruciating pain. There are times when the broken bone snaps and pierces the skin, causing an open wound, as well.
• Head injuries. If you hit your head, you could have a concussion or a traumatic brain injury. Sometimes these injuries are not always obvious. However, if you are experiencing a headache, dizziness, or feelings of confusion, you should go to the hospital to talk about those symptoms. A medical professional could run tests to determine what is going on.
• Torn ligaments. Sometimes you might not break a bone when falling after tripping over a pothole, but you might still tear some ligaments. Torn ligaments, also known as sprains, are often quite painful and can prevent you from carrying out your daily activities.

Broken bones, head injuries, and torn ligaments are among some of the most common pothole-related injuries, but these are not the only injuries that potholes can cause. Every situation is different, and the best course of action after an injury is to consult a London personal injury lawyer for guidance.

What Damages Can You Claim as a Victim?

Depending on your situation, you could potentially claim damages for the physical pain from the injuries sustained, along with the emotional pain and suffering you have endured. If you have lost out on wages, you could potentially seek damages for the money that you were unable to earn due to your injuries.

CONTACT PRESZLER INJURY LAWYERS

Property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their premises safe. If they fail to address potentially dangerous maintenance issues, like potholes, on their premises, serious trip and fall accidents can occur. If you sustained compensable damages as the result of a property owner’s negligence, call Preszler Injury Lawyers at 1-800-JUSTICE today and receive a free initial consultation on your case.