If you want to seek compensation after your accident, you have several options depending on where the accident took place, what type of accident it was, that nature of the property damage, physical injuries or other damages. Many accidents take place at work and compensation will come in the form of workers compensation payments. For car accidents, compensation will usually come from the car insurance company of the "at-fault" driver. Premise liability accidents, like slip and fall accidents that occur on public property, usually involve seeking compensation from the property owner or their insurance company.