What If a Business’s Surveillance Camera Captured My Slip and Fall?

When you’ve suffered a slip and fall injury on a business’s premises, obtaining surveillance footage of the incident can be pivotal in establishing liability and securing the compensation you deserve. This visual evidence offers an objective account of the accident, highlighting hazardous conditions and the business’s potential negligence.

Recent Case in Phoenix

In the case of Sheikh v. Costco Wholesale Corporation, the plaintiff alleged a slip and fall incident at a Costco store in Phoenix. Surveillance footage captured the event, providing critical evidence for the court’s consideration. This case underscores the importance of promptly securing such footage to support your claim. Source

Arizona Law and Your Rights

Under Arizona law, property owners have a duty to maintain safe premises for customers. If a hazardous condition leads to an injury, the business may be held liable. Surveillance footage can demonstrate the presence of such hazards and the duration they existed, which is crucial in proving negligence. Arizona’s premises liability framework allows plaintiffs to establish liability by showing that the business’s mode of operation created foreseeable hazards, eliminating the need to prove the business had specific notice of the dangerous condition. Source

Statute of Limitations

In Arizona, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including slip and fall cases, is generally two years from the date of the incident (A.R.S. § 12-542). It’s essential to act promptly to preserve evidence and file your claim within this timeframe.

What To Do Next

If you’ve experienced a slip and fall accident, take the following steps:

1. Seek immediate medical attention to document your injuries.

2. Report the incident to the business and request a copy of the accident report.

3. Request that the business preserve any surveillance footage of the incident, as such footage is often overwritten within days.

4. Consult with experienced personal injury attorneys to evaluate your case and guide you through the legal process.

At Hirsch Talcott, our team, including attorney Jack Hirsch, a Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, and attorney Chelsie Talcott, a former Maricopa County Deputy Public Defender, is dedicated to advocating for injured Arizonans. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no fees unless we win your case. Learn more about attorney Jack Hirsch and attorney Chelsie Talcott.

Don’t let valuable evidence slip away. Contact Hirsch Talcott at 602-903-6000 for a free consultation and let us help you secure the compensation you deserve.

Where to get help

If this situation applies to you, Hirsch Talcott offers a free consultation — speak with a Phoenix slip and fall lawyer to understand your options.