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Report the incident to a store manager immediately and ensure an official incident report is filed. Seek medical attention, even if you feel fine, as some injuries appear later. Document everything by taking photos of the hazard that caused your injury (e.g., the spill, debris, or fallen item) and the surrounding area. Get contact information from any witnesses. Avoid making detailed statements or accepting blame.",{},{"question":117,"answer":120},{"content":118,"props":119},"How do I prove the store was at fault for my injury?",{},{"content":121,"props":122},"To win a premises liability case, you must typically prove the store owner or employees created the dangerous condition, knew about the condition but did nothing to correct it, or should have known about the danger through reasonable care. 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Stores and their insurance companies have experienced legal teams dedicated to minimizing or denying claims. 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