When you and or someone else fills up at a gas station and pop into the gas station’s convenience store for a snack, you would never imagine that you could come out of the facility with a serious injury. It might surprise you that in fact slip and fall injuries are quite common and are something to worry about. Slipping over unexpectedly at a gas station can cause some quite nasty injuries.
It is the responsibility of the gas station manager and staff to keep the forecourt clear of hazard. If he or she has failed to do so and you are injured you should contact a personal injury attorney to discuss your chances of being financially compensated for injuries that were not your fault.
Accidents That Could Happen at a Gas Station
Safety is of great importance in a gas station and if the management neglects its duty to maintain a high standard of safety, an accident is just waiting to happen.
Gas stations generally have solid surfaces on the ground where the main gas filling activities take place so if a patron slips and falls unexpectedly a severe knock to the head could take place or even a serious back injury if the victim slips backwards.
A common reason for a slip and fall accident in a gas station is the ground’s condition. If it is greasy, an accident could happen easily. Typically, a manager will make sure ground surfaces are clear of hazards by cleaning up any spills and removing trash dropped by customers who prefer to use the ground rather than the trash can. If you are injured at a Buc-ee’s, or any established gas station and you are convinced that the accident could have been avoided if a hazard had been removed earlier, you may want to file a personal injury claim.
What to Do if You are Injured at a Gas Station
The best option is to talk to a personal injury attorney soon after the accident happens and get their opinion about legal action against the gas station.
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 Buc-ee’s, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
