Identify the site precisely
Record the address, agency, park feature, sidewalk segment, station, vehicle, route, building, or public event.
Separate ownership from control
The entity that owns property may differ from the one that operates, maintains, repairs, or manages it.
Preserve changing conditions
Take safe photographs, identify cameras and witnesses, note weather and lighting, and retain report details.
Ask about special procedure
Government matters may involve notice, immunity, administrative, or filing rules on schedules different from ordinary claims.
Avoid universal deadline charts
Provide the location, date, entities, reports, and correspondence to qualified local counsel for source-based advice.