{"id":1416,"date":"2026-10-20T01:10:04","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T01:10:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/35-185-9-71.nip.io\/resources-traumatic-brain-injury-after-a-crash-in-georgia\/brain-injury-claim-after-slip-and-fall-georgia\/"},"modified":"2026-10-21T06:54:57","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T06:54:57","slug":"brain-injury-claim-after-slip-and-fall-georgia","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/resources\/resources-traumatic-brain-injury-after-a-crash-in-georgia\/brain-injury-claim-after-slip-and-fall-georgia\/","title":{"rendered":"Head Injury From a Slip and Fall Georgia | Ugwonali Law"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"A restaurant kitchen floor with a greasy sheen on quarry tile, a yellow caution sign beside a freshly mopped patch, and an open maintenance logbook\" src=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-restaurant-kitchen-floor-with-a-greasy-sheen-on-quarry-til-photo.jpg\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Slip and Fall | Atlanta and Statewide Georgia<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">A Head Injury From a Slip and Fall Deserves Clear Answers<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.769), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Ugwonali Law Group helps people in metro Atlanta and across Georgia understand the medical and legal steps after a serious head injury caused by a fall on someone else&#x27;s property. Your first consultation is free and confidential.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14045932705\">Request a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/contact\">Request a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">How We Help<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Free<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Case reviews and first consultations<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">English &amp; Spanish<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Intake available in both languages<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Atlanta<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Based at 3400 Peachtree Road NE<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center chg-stat has-base-color has-text-color\">Georgia<\/h3><p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Serving metro Atlanta and statewide<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Adanna Ugwonali \u00b7 Published October 19, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A head injury from a slip and fall can turn an ordinary walk into a serious medical and legal problem. Georgia law can hold a property owner responsible when a dangerous condition causes a fall and the injured person was lawfully on the property. This guide explains how a head injury from a slip and fall in Georgia is handled, step by step, in plain language.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Brain Injury From a Slip and Fall Involves<\/h2>\n<p>A head injury from a slip and fall happens when the head hits a floor, a step, or another object during the fall. Doctors use the term <a href=\"\/resources-traumatic-brain-injury-after-a-crash-in-georgia\/\">traumatic brain injury<\/a> (TBI) for injuries caused by a blow or jolt to the head. Some are mild and some are serious, which is why a doctor should evaluate every head strike. <a href=\"https:\/\/doas.ga.gov\/assets\/Risk%20Management\/CLCP%20RESOURCES%20BY%20TOPIC\/Slips_and_falls_in_the_office_May_2019_BLR.pdf\">Georgia slip and fall guidance<\/a> notes that these falls can cause serious injuries.<\/p>\n<p>Common hazards include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>wet or waxed floors with no warning sign<\/li>\n<li>broken or loose stair treads<\/li>\n<li>poor lighting in stairwells or parking areas<\/li>\n<li>uneven thresholds or torn flooring<\/li>\n<li>debris or spilled items in walkways<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/walking-working-surfaces\">OSHA walking-working surfaces guidance<\/a> is a useful reference for what safe surfaces look like.<\/p>\n<p>A fall can look minor from the outside while the brain injury is serious. That is why the injury deserves a full medical workup, even when the person says they feel fine. This guide is for people with real injuries that needed medical treatment, and for families facing a death after a fall.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a fall has left you or a loved one with a head injury, you do not have to work through the claim alone. Our team can talk it through in a free, confidential review. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14045932705\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/contact\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/yellow-wet-floor-caution-sign-on-a-slippery-tiled-floor-in-a-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Yellow wet floor caution sign on a slippery tiled cafeteria floor.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What a Premises Liability Claim Must Show in Georgia<\/h2>\n<p>Slip and fall cases are often grouped under premises liability, a broad term for injuries that happen on another person&#8217;s property. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-2017-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-3-1<\/a>, an owner or occupier who invites people onto the property for a lawful purpose must use ordinary care to keep the premises and approaches safe.<\/p>\n<p>Each claim turns on its own facts.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Injuries that followed the fall, shown through medical care.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Evidence often answers these questions. Incident reports, surveillance video, maintenance logs, cleaning schedules, and photos can show how long a hazard existed. Video can be overwritten, so early requests matter.<\/p>\n<p>Timing matters for another reason. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t9-ch1-10-(v6)-2023-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 9-3-33<\/a>, actions for injuries to the person must generally be brought within two years after the right of action accrues.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Medical Documentation Shapes a Head Injury Claim<\/h2>\n<p>Medical records are the core proof in a head injury claim, because they show what was found and what care was needed. Records often include the emergency evaluation, imaging such as CT or MRI scans, neurological exams, and follow-up visits with a medical doctor. Those records also show the path of care, which helps explain why treatment was needed.<\/p>\n<p>Symptoms can change over time. Keep a simple daily log, with dates, of headaches, dizziness, sleep changes, memory or concentration trouble, mood changes, and light or noise sensitivity.<\/p>\n<p>You may hear about a &#8220;four-hour rule&#8221; for head injuries. When a person is evaluated is a medical decision. Get checked promptly after any head strike and follow the doctor&#8217;s advice.<\/p>\n<p>Missed appointments can create gaps. Insurers often look closely at gaps in treatment, so keep every appointment and ask your provider for copies of your records. Georgia law also focuses on the cost of care. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-1.1<\/a>, special damages for medical and healthcare expenses are restricted to the reasonable value of medically necessary care, treatment, or services.<\/p>\n<h2>What a Claim Can Cover and Who Usually Pays<\/h2>\n<p>A head injury claim can seek money for medical bills, lost income, and other losses. The amount turns on the facts of each case. Common categories include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>past and future medical bills<\/li>\n<li>lost wages and reduced ability to earn<\/li>\n<li>rehabilitation and therapy costs<\/li>\n<li>future care needs<\/li>\n<li>pain and suffering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A brain injury can also change work, family roles, and daily routines. Those effects are shown through medical notes, employer records, and what family members observe.<\/p>\n<p>Georgia also looks at each person&#8217;s share of fault. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-33<\/a>, the judge reduces the amount awarded to an injured plaintiff in proportion to that plaintiff&#8217;s percentage of fault. A person who is 50 percent or more responsible for the injury is not entitled to receive any damages. Each liable person pays its own share, and those shares are not joint liability.<\/p>\n<p>A claim may involve the property owner&#8217;s liability insurance. Policy limits can affect how a claim is valued and resolved.<\/p>\n<p>Some providers treat patients under a letter of protection, a promise to be paid from any settlement. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legis.ga.gov\/api\/document\/docs\/default-source\/joint-features-document-library\/t51-(v39)-pdf.pdf\">O.C.G.A. \u00a7 51-12-1.1<\/a>, related records are both relevant and subject to discovery. For more on hospital bills, read our guide on who pays hospital bills after a Georgia brain injury.<\/p>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>A typical claim moves from a first consultation to evidence gathering, a demand to the insurer, and, if needed, a lawsuit.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Free first consultation.<\/strong> We review the fall, the injuries, and the medical care received.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Evidence.<\/strong> Photos, incident reports, witness names, and requests for video go out early.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Investigation.<\/strong> The property, the hazard, the owner&#8217;s knowledge, and the medical records are reviewed and organized.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Demand and negotiation.<\/strong> A demand goes to the insurer with medical documentation, followed by negotiation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Suit, if needed.<\/strong> If the insurer does not resolve the claim fairly, a lawsuit must be filed before the two-year deadline above. Discovery and resolution follow.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timelines vary with the medical picture, the insurer, and court schedules. No one can predict the timing when a claim starts.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Ugwonali Law Group for a Georgia Brain Injury Claim<\/h2>\n<p>Ugwonali Law Group is led by attorney Adanna Ugwonali, with an office at 3400 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, Georgia. The practice handles serious injury matters, including truck and car crashes, premises liability and slip and falls, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death.<\/p>\n<p>The practice represents clients in Atlanta, Fulton, Clayton, Cobb, and Rockdale counties, including Marietta, Jonesboro, and Conyers, and clients across Georgia.<\/p>\n<p>Our team, which includes assistants and office staff, helps with intake, records requests, and scheduling. Intake is available in English or Spanish. Intake staff can explain the consultation process before you decide anything.<\/p>\n<p>The first consultation is free, confidential, and without obligation to continue.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14045932705\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/contact\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Common Questions About Head Injury Claims After a Fall<\/h2>\n<p>Below are short answers to common questions about a head injury from a slip and fall Georgia claim.<\/p><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is it worth suing for a slip and fall?<\/summary><p>The answer depends on the facts. Injuries, evidence of the hazard, who controlled the property, and available insurance all matter.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How much is a head injury settlement?<\/summary><p>No one can say what a claim will be worth from general numbers. Value turns on medical care, lost income, future needs, and insurance.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the four-hour rule for head injury?<\/summary><p>It is a phrase you may hear, and the timing of care is a medical decision. Get checked promptly after any head strike.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What is the typical settlement range for a slip and fall in Georgia?<\/summary><p>Ranges from other cases do not predict your claim, because each one has its own records and facts.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does the free consultation commit me to a case?<\/summary><p>The first consultation is free, confidential, and without obligation to continue.<\/p><\/details>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/yellow-caution-tape-stretched-across-a-wet-pavement-marking-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Yellow caution tape stretched across a pavement, marking a hazard on the ground.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk Through Your Situation With Ugwonali Law Group<\/h2>\n<p>If you are dealing with a head injury from a slip and fall Georgia claim, you may be juggling medical visits, missed work, and questions from an insurer. Whether you are the injured person or a family member acting for them, the first step is a conversation. You can contact our team for a free case review through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/contact\">online contact form<\/a>, by phone, or by chatting with our intake team. Our office is at 3400 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, Georgia. You can also read our guides on wrongful death after a brain injury in Georgia and who pays hospital bills after a Georgia brain injury.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>Attorney advertising. The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice; reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship with Ugwonali Law Group. Adanna Ugwonali is the lawyer responsible for this content. Ugwonali Law Group, 3400 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1350, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 593-2705.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What Our Team Focuses On<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your medical care comes first<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A head injury can be hard to recognize right away. Our team encourages you to see a medical doctor promptly, follow recommended treatment, and keep every record.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear explanations of the process<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain the medical records, evidence, and insurance questions that often arise after a fall, in plain language, so you know what to expect at each step.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Careful attention to the facts<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We look at all of them with you.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Support in English or Spanish<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our intake team can speak with you in English or Spanish, so you can ask questions in the language you are most comfortable using.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Do not wait to get checked<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some head injuries show symptoms hours or days after a fall. Headaches, dizziness, confusion, nausea, or changes in memory or behavior warrant prompt medical attention, even if you feel you were only shaken up.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14045932705\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/contact\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Steps That May Help After a Fall<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get medical care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seek evaluation from a medical doctor as soon as possible, and tell the provider exactly how the fall happened and where you hit your head.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Write down what happened<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note the date, time, location, and what caused you to fall, such as a wet floor, broken stairs, or poor lighting. Photos and witness names can help.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep your records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save discharge papers, prescriptions, imaging results, bills, and receipts. Track missed work and any daily limits the injury has caused.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Talk with our team<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team can review the facts of your fall, explain the medical and legal questions, and answer your questions in a free, confidential consultation.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-secondary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--secondary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk With Our Team About Your Head Injury<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+14045932705\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.attorneyadanna.com\/contact\">Call for a Free Case Review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<!-- chg:section-siblings -->\n<nav aria-label=\"More in this section\">\n<h2>More in this section<\/h2>\n<ul><li>Concussion After a Car Accident in Georgia: When a Claim Makes Sense<\/li><li>Free Brain Injury Case Review After a Georgia Crash: What Happens on the First Call<\/li><li>Hit by a Car as a Pedestrian in Atlanta? 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