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Correctly identifying the people and entities involved helps assess who owed a duty of care, the conduct attributed to them, and possible insurance coverage. Insurance does not guarantee liability or recovery.
List what you know and what remains unconfirmed. Do not invent names, ownership relationships, or coverage. Keep documents that help verify each detail.
Useful details
- Full legal name, physical and mailing addresses, and telephone number of each potentially responsible party.
- Business, owner, landlord, manager, maintenance or security company, and employees or supervisors involved.
- Insurer, policy, claim number, adjuster, and communications received.
- For vehicle accidents: driver, vehicle owner, license plate, driver’s license, registration sticker, and available insurance details.
- For falls: exact location, business and person controlling or maintaining the area; manager and incident-report author.
- Identify any public entity promptly because special notice requirements and deadlines may apply.
The answer for your situation depends on the facts and records. An inquiry does not suspend legal deadlines or guarantee that the office will accept the case.