It might seem unlikely that you could ever end up in hospital after a simple trip to a pharmacy, but some types of accidents are likely to happen just about anywhere. The word “accident”, of course is not a very good one as there is almost always a very good reason why an accident happens. Slip and fall accidents are the most common in places like pharmacies.
They are quite often caused by some particular hazard that has been left in the way of customers without any obvious warning. As the sorts of injuries that can result from these accidents may be quite serious, it is important to discover whether you can claim compensation from the company that owns the pharmacy.
Talk to a personal injury attorney about your legal options.
Pharmacy Hazards That Can Cause a Slip and Fall Accident
Pharmacies are less likely to be the scene of an accident than many other stores where liquids and messy foodstuffs can leak and spill on the ground.
A slip and fall accident in a pharmacy is more likely to occur from wet floors that have just been cleaned, or loose floor covering.
Wet, slippery floors may lead to slip and fall accidents, while uneven floor surfaces could be a trip hazard.
In some older pharmacies, poor lighting might make it more difficult for a customer to see where he or she is walking and may result in an accident.
Preventable accidents might mean that a personal injury claim is justified. For example, if there is a part of the floor which seems to be causing a problem, it should be attended to as soon as possible.
No-one would expect instant attention but if a potential hazard has been observed and recognized as a safety concern, then it would be commonsense to expect that something was done about it as soon as possible.
If a particular hazard cannot be rectified or removed quickly, the next best response would be to make sure that customers could not use that area or at least erect a suitable warning notice.
A Personal Injury Attorney Can Help You With Your Compensation Claim
Even when a particular injury seems to be obviously caused by negligence it may still be hard to convince a manager or store owner that they should pay compensation. Insurance companies are unwilling to pay compensation unless they have no other choice.
This is where a personal injury attorney can really make a difference. PI attorneys are used to dealing with and negotiating with property owners and insurers and will do their best to make sure you get a realistic compensation settlement as long as proof of liability is available.
*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 Good Neighbor Pharmacy, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
