Like any other sporting goods store, a slip and fall injury at Cabela’s is unlikely.
But of course, anything is possible. An injury at Cabela's, or any other sporting goods store, is more likely if a particular store is not well-run or if the management does not sufficiently prioritize the safety of its customers. These examples are the instances where accidents can happen.
If you are badly injured while visiting a store and are confident that the injury was caused through a store worker’s negligence, you are advised to talk to a personal injury attorney to discuss the chances of filing a lawsuit against the store managers.
These Might be the Cause of an Injury at a Sporting Goods Store
Most well run stores are unlikely to see many accidents on their premises, but there is always a chance that those who work in an individual store neglect to check or deal with particular hazards that arise. Some of these are described below.
- It is a possibility that one of those trophy heads or whole animals that you were admiring could fall on you, causing a head injury or bowling you over. These items should be securely fastened to the wall or ceiling so they don’t inadvertently come off and injure someone nearby.
- If any outdoor goods haven’t been stored securely on the shelves, they could topple off or become dislodged and hit you or knock you to the ground if they are large enough. This could be grounds for a personal injury lawsuit against the store owner.
- The floor surface can be a source of slip and fall or trip and fall injures, which could result in broken teeth if you fall forward. Injuries are more likely if employees fail to react to a torn or loose floor covering or fail to erect a warning sign if there is water on the ground from a recent cleaning.
- If another customer drops food, coffee, a soda, or just some trash on the ground, this could become a trip hazard if it is not cleaned or removed reasonably promptly. Well run stores with adequate numbers of trained staff are the least likely to experience accidents like this.
Why Contacting an Accident Attorney Can Be a Smart Move
It can be harder than you think to achieve a successful personal injury claim. The defendant (e.g. the store management) and their insurer may attempt to divert blame on to you. It is unlikely that your claim will succeed unless you are able to demonstrate convincingly that someone at the store caused your injuries through negligence.
For example, if you tripped over an item that had just fallen off one of the store's shelves, you would be unlikely to win a personal injury claim against the retail store as it could be argued that there was insufficient time for anyone working at the store to know that such a hazard existed.
An experienced personal injury attorney will be able to clarify whether you have good grounds for making a claim and will help you pursue legal action if this is recommended.
*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 Cabela’s, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
