Evidence disappears quickly in cold-weather accidents, so act fast:

• Take clear photos of the ice, lighting, and surrounding area before it’s salted or melts.
• Collect witness names and contact information.
• Note the exact time, temperature, and weather conditions.
• Report the incident to the property owner or manager.
• Save your shoes and clothing — they may help show how the fall happened.

Michigan’s “open and obvious” rule can complicate these cases, but hidden or untreated ice may still create liability if proper maintenance wasn’t performed.