Auto parts stores have many thousands of individual products and it is important that employees know what is going on in their store and maintain a safe and orderly environment. Slip and fall accidents may be the result of lower than desirable standards.
If negligence was the root of your injury at an auto shop, you may want to consider filing a personal injury claim. A qualified personal injury attorney can help you gather the evidence you need and, ideally, help you get the compensation you deserve.
Dangers in an Auto Parts Store
Auto parts stores are not normally the sites of accidents. They are usually orderly and safe places to visit. If an injury does take place, it suggests that the store managers may not be as attentive as they should be.
Here are some of the possible dangers that could result in a serious injury.
- Most auto parts stores have thousands of items stacked high on the shelves. These need to be stacked carefully to avoid any one of them falling on top of a customer as they walk by or try and remove an item to look at or buy. A carelessly stacked shelf can cause a severe injury.
- Floor surfaces need to be easy to walk on and in good shape, but not slippery. A floor that has been highly polished to make it easier to keep clean can turn into a slip and fall hazard and lead to a personal injury claim against the store.
- Most accidents in stores happen because of obstacles on the floor. Some of these are actually items discarded by other customers. These need to be cleaned up or removed on a regular basis by store employees to prevent trip and fall hazards.
- During the winter months, snow and ice can make access to some stores potentially hazardous. Stores are expected to keep access ways and the entrance to the store itself safe if they remain open for business. Slippery access to a store can lead to slip and fall accidents and significant injuries such as broken bones and dislocated joints.
You’ll Need Strong Evidence to Make a PI Claim
Making a personal injury claim in the event of unexpected injuries in a store can be quite a challenge, especially if you are tempted to try and do it all by yourself. The evidence you present must be convincing, so any evidence linking your injuries with an act of negligence on the part of someone at the store will certainly help.
Witnesses who are reliable and are prepared to back up your claim are also valuable. An accident report is also helpful evidence for your case.
You should contact an experienced personal injury attorney as soon as possible after the accident so you can work out whether a claim is viable and what you need to do to bolster your chance of success.
*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 KOI Auto Parts, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
