There is nothing worse than going out shopping to spend those hard earned dollars and get involved in a car crash in a parking lot. This is not only a life changing event but it can be expensive too. Fortunately, if the car crash was not your fault you are entitled to file a personal injury claim against the at-fault driver.
However, you should hire an experienced car crash attorney to help you get the compensation that is rightfully yours.
Wholesale Store Parking Lots Can Cause Serious Injuries
Like at any wholesale store, if you have never visited a Costco parking lot before and you decide to give it a go don’t be surprised when you find the parking lot to be a very crowded place. Space is at a premium, especially at weekends. Drivers in crowded situations like this often get bad tempered and don’t drive with the usual care and attention.
It is at these times a car crash in a parking lot can easily become a reality and you could be the victim.
The sorts of injuries that often occur are broken bones, facial lacerations, neck and head injuries. There is also shock to be considered when a car crash happens unexpectedly.
You may even be on foot making your way to or from a store's entrance when you are hit by a speeding car. In this situation your injuries could be very serious indeed, or even life threatening.
If you have suffered serious injury to your face this could involve many months of treatment. You may even need to revert to plastic surgery to restore your face so that you have the confidence to be with friends, family and work colleagues. Similarly, broken limbs have a long recovery time and you may lose your mobility for a considerable period of time.
There are even more serious injuries from a back injury such as spinal damage that may mean you lose your mobility and will never fully recover. Most injuries in a parking lot will require either short or long term medical treatment.
How to Win Your Case
Winning a personal injury case is all about proving who was at fault and why they were at fault. If you gather enough of the proper evidence you will be able to show that you deserve the damages that you are claiming.
Visual evidence is incredibly important. If you are not badly injured, make sure that you have taken photographs of the scene. There is also a high chance that the store has video recordings of the parking lot at the time of the accident. Your attorney should be able to help you obtain those feeds.
Statements and reports supplement the visual evidence that you provide. Write down the contact information of any of the parties involved in the accident as well as witnesses. Don’t hesitate to get the police involved. They are experts in establishing what happened through statements and investigating the scene. A police report can be a strong piece of evidence in your claim.
Part of winning your claim is also making sure that you are able to cover all of the medical expenses you incur as a result of the accident. Be sure to save all of your medical bills as well as track all lost wages. This should include expenses and lost wages in the future as well.
Hire A Personal Injury Attorney To Recover Compensation
If you have been injured in a car crash in a Costco, or any other wholesale store's parking lot you may be entitled to file a personal injury claim from the driver who caused your injuries. You will likely need the help of an experienced personal injury attorney to ensure you get the compensation you deserve.
Disclaimer
*The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Costco or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
