What are my rights if I’m currently staying in a hospital and saw a puddle of water on the ground in my personal bathroom but still slipped and fell?
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What are my rights if I’m currently staying in a hospital and saw a puddle of water on the ground in my personal bathroom but still slipped and fell?
I told nurse and she picked it up. However, the shower was leaking and another puddle formed. Long story short, I slipped and feel and injured my shoulder. What should I do and I also heard there is a 200k cap in emergency room accidents. Is this true? Any advice on further action?
Asked on May 24, 2013 under Personal Injury, Texas
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
There have been many caps placed on medical accidents or negligence but this is not necessarily medical negligence as opposed to ordinary negligence (i.e., this wasn't surgery). You need to seek the advice of counsel in your state who can better inform you of your rights and what outcomes you might see (the good and the bad).
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