Accidents should be rare in a well-managed and orderly clothing store. If an accident does take place and an injury is the result, it may be possible to file a personal injury claim if someone working at the store was responsible.
This process can be a bit challenging. However, a personal injury attorney can alleviate some of those challenges and help you fight for a successful claim. If you are having trouble with the claims process or simply need some advice, contacting a personal injury lawyer could be an excellent idea.
Types of Slip and Fall Injury Dangers in a Store
Slip and fall accidents in a clothing store may be infrequent, but if an accident happens to you, it will certainly be no fun and you will be wondering how you are going to cope financially. There are some typical dangers in any large store. Here are some examples.
- Slippery floors are a prime cause of injuries. They may be too slippery because they are highly polished, don’t have enough grip for shoes, or are affected by a leak from a pipe.
- Messy customers might drop their garbage on the floor as they move around; they might also spill coffees or other drinks they are holding. This debris is meant to be removed or cleaned up by a vigilant store employee, so if it is left on the floor as a hazard, someone could suffer an injury.
- Snow or ice can accumulate in the entrance way. As long as the store remains open, it has a responsibility to keep the access to the store clear. If someone slips over on uncleared snow or ice, then this could lead to a personal injury claim being made against the store.
- Handrails, shelves, and other infrastructure in the store may come apart and fall on top of you or pierce your body. This would be grounds for a compensation claim.
Thinking of Suing a Store? Get an Attorney Before It’s Too Late!
If you or someone in your family slipped or tripped over, got burned, or have suffered any other sort of injury in a store, you should consider the possibility of suing the store. You may have a good chance of successful legal action if you talk to a personal injury attorney as soon as you can.
The attorney will certainly let you know what your chances of success are based on the evidence available and if there are any suitable witnesses who can vouch for your side of the story. A fair and just settlement usually depends on proving that someone’s negligence (e.g. a store worker) definitely contributed to your injury.
Keep in mind that in some states, it may still be possible to receive compensation even if you are partly to blame for the accident that caused the injury.
*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 JoS. A Bank, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
