Call Earley Before It’s Too Late!Slip and fall accidents can be dangerous for anyone, but the risks are significantly higher when you’re pregnant. Even a minor fall can cause severe health complications to both you and your unborn child. Whether you fell on a wet floor at a Downtown Crossing shop, an uneven sidewalk on State Street, or down a poorly maintained stairwell in someone’s home, you may be entitled to compensation.
At Earley Law Group, we proudly protect the rights of expectant mothers who’ve suffered a slip and fall while pregnant. We can be your fiercest advocates as you seek justice and fair compensation for your injuries and protection for your unborn baby.
Why You Need a Boston Lawyer for Pregnancy Slip-and-Falls
If you fell while pregnant and suffered significant injuries, you shouldn’t have to go through the legal process of seeking compensation alone. An experienced Boston slip and fall accident attorney can offer critical support during this challenging time. Our lawyers offer:
- Free Case Review – We’ll sit down with you, listen to your story, review your case, and inform you of your legal options free of charge.
- In-Depth Investigation – The success of your case depends on the evidence you provide. Your Boston slip and fall accident attorney will investigate the accident and then gather incident reports, witness statements, surveillance footage, medical and financial records, and expert testimony to establish liability and seek maximum compensation.
- Handling Insurance Companies – Insurance companies don’t care that you fell while pregnant. They’ll still fight tooth and nail to minimize your payout. We can handle all communications with them and counter their tactics in pursuit of the financial stability you and your child deserve.
- Negotiation and Litigation – We’ll advocate aggressively for you at the negotiating table. If a fair settlement can’t be reached, an experienced trial attorney can file a lawsuit and represent you in the courtroom.
What to Do After a Slip and Fall While Pregnant
If you slip and fall while pregnant, your first priority is the health of you and your baby, but there are also things you can do to protect your rights once you’ve ensured you and your child’s safety. Be sure to do the following:
- Seek Medical Attention Immediately – You need to see a doctor as soon as you can after a fall while pregnant. Even if you feel okay, internal injuries or stress complications can arise hours or even days later. Don’t avoid medical care: seek immediate medical attention.
- Report the Incident – If your fall happened in a store, building, or public place, notify the property owner or manager right away. If they create an incident report, request a copy.
- Document the Scene – Take photos and videos of the hazard that caused the fall, signs or lack thereof, the surrounding area, and any visible injuries.
- Collect Witness Info – If there were any witnesses, collect their names and contact information. They may offer valuable third-party testimony that can support your version of events.
- Don’t Speak with Insurance Companies – Insurers may contact you seeking recorded statements or offering quick settlements. These are intended to weaken your claim and minimize your payout. Don’t speak with them until you’ve spoken to a lawyer.
- Contact an Attorney – An experienced Boston personal injury attorney can lead you through the process of pursuing your claim, handle all communications, investigate and gather evidence, and help you avoid critical mistakes. Contact one right away.
Why Pregnant Women Are at Higher Risk
Falling during pregnancy is dangerous for both you and your developing baby for a number of reasons. With a shifted center of gravity and changes to your balance, the risk of high-impact falls is significantly increased. Even a light fall can lead to:
- Early labor
- Internal bleeding
- Vaginal bleeding
- Placental abruption
- Fetal distress or trauma
- Miscarriage
The stress of a fall while pregnant can also cause damage to the fetus, which is another reason why seeking the support of an experienced attorney can help protect your unborn child. We’ll help you seek proper medical attention and fight for your rights while you focus on recovery.
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Can You File a Claim, and How Long Do You Have?
If you fell while pregnant and got injured due to someone else’s negligence, you have the right to seek compensation from that person or entity. However, you don’t have much time. You’re limited by what’s known as a “statute of limitations.”
In Massachusetts, you have a three-year (3) window to file your personal injury lawsuit. This may seem like a long time, but the legal process moves slowly, and the sooner you get started, the better. Evidence can become lost or destroyed, witness memories fade, and insurance companies may employ stalling tactics. Contact a lawyer as soon as you’re able.
What Damages Can You Recover?
Compensation after a fall while pregnant covers both financial losses and the physical and emotional damage the accident has caused. Your attorney will likely seek the following on your behalf:
- Medical Expenses – The liable party may be responsible for all ambulance services, ER visits, prenatal monitoring, medical evaluations, specialist care, follow-up visits, and future treatment related to your injuries.
- Lost Wages – If you missed work or had to take early maternity leave due to your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation for your lost wages. That includes hourly wages or salary, commissions and tips, missed raises or promotions, medical benefits, and future lost wages.
- Pain and Suffering – You deserve compensation for physical pain, emotional distress, and anxiety about your baby’s health that you experienced due to the accident and your injuries.
- Permanent Injury – If the accident resulted in permanent injury to you or your child, the liable party may be responsible for related costs. This includes future health complications for both the mother and child.
Talk to Our Boston Slip and Fall Attorneys Today
Falling during pregnancy can be a frightening, overwhelming experience that you shouldn’t have to face alone. The team at Earley Law will stand by your side and offer both compassionate support and tenacious advocacy as you seek accountability for your injuries.
We’ve been protecting the rights of injured Boston clients for over 20 years. In that time, we’ve recovered millions in verdicts and settlements and earned over 800 Google reviews from satisfied clients like these:
“This firm offers the best of both worlds; the clout, knowledge and experience of a very large practice, with the individualized attention of a smaller boutique practice. I would HIGHLY recommend Attorney Chris Earley for a favorable outcome.” – Lisa D.
We believe our success is rooted in “The Earley Experience”: an approach to client service that focuses on compassion, understanding, respect, honesty, and dedication to justice.
If you’re ready to pursue your claim, we’re prepared to provide you with The Earley Experience. Contact us today at (617) 338-7400 or use our contact form for your free consultation.