Slip and fall accidents could happen in large department stores like Macy’s. These costly accidents could happen when the store or its employees fail to maintain safety in public areas.
When slip and fall accidents occur, they can leave you with debilitating injuries that require expensive medical treatment and long-term rehabilitative care. On top of medical expenses, you may experience financial hardship if your injuries leave you unable to work.
Fortunately, you may be able to file a personal injury claim after you’re hurt in a Macy’s, or any large department store slip and fall accident.
A personal injury claim can help proplr receive compensation for all accident-related expenses including missed pay and medical costs.
Potential Hazards in Departments stores
With so many different departments in one store, you could encounter a number of safety hazards that can cause you to slip and fall while shopping like:
- Fitting rooms cluttered with discarded clothing
- Aisles blocked by large display racks or fallen hangers
- Carpet that is frayed, torn or uneven
- Shoe horns, boxes, and foot measuring devices left in walkways
- Slick tiled surfaces from spilled products by fragrance and cosmetics counters
- Slippery entranceways when snow or rain is tracked in by shoppers
It is the responsibility of Macy’s and its employees, like any established business to spot these hazards and fix them as soon as possible to prevent slip and fall accidents from happening.
When these safety concerns aren’t corrected they can lead to dangerous conditions that can cause you to slip and fall.
Proving Fault In Your Slip-and-Fall Accident
In personal injury cases, it's not enough to just have an accident in a store, you must be able to prove that Macy's, or any established business was at fault for your accident to be compensated for your injuries.
Can A Personal Injury Attorney Help with A Claim?
Contact a personal injury attorney following your slip and fall accident. With an attorney on your side, they can collect evidence, document your injuries, and provide the representation needed and could help you recover the compensation you deserve.
*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 Macy's or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
