It may be hard to imagine having a serious accident in a clothes store, but slip and fall accidents, the most common personal injury accidents in stores, can happen anywhere. Injured victims of an accident in a store may be able to recover damages by filing a personal injury claim.
What Could Go Wrong at a Store?
Accidents at a Men’s Wearhouse, or any other men's store, are unlikely, but there is always a possibility that one could occur just when you were least expecting it. The list below gives an idea of some of the potential scenarios that can lead to a significant injury in a clothes store:
- A pile of items for sale falling off a shelf and knocking you to the ground. If this happened it may be because it was badly packed on the shelf. This could be grounds for a personal injury claim.
- In winter, slippery conditions could happen every time the entrance way freezes over. These places are potentially very dangerous if ice is left without being tackled. The store has a responsibility to keep its access ways and emergency exit passages clear and safe to use.
- Stores often choose floor surfaces that are low maintenance. This can save them money on the time taken to clean them. Low maintenance floors are often very smooth and potentially slippery. If someone slips over on a slippery floor, it could lead to significant injuries which could be blamed on the choice of floor type.
- Staircases often have carpet on them, but if this is the case, it must be in good condition to prevent slips or trips and falls. Falling down a staircase can be very harmful.
Why an Accident Attorney is a Sensible Option if Injured in a Store
If you have been badly injured as a result of some kind of accident while visiting a store and you believe that the accident wouldn't have happened if the store had been managed appropriately, then you may have grounds to file a personal injury claim.
These claims depend on well prepared evidence detailing the link between negligence on the part of someone working for the store (it could be the manager or an employee) and the injuries that you have suffered. Negotiating a claim of this type with a store owner or manager can be quite difficult. You may be accused of being careless yourself. The best option is to contact a personal injury lawyer with store accident experience and discuss with the lawyer what your legal options really are.
*The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Men’s Wearhouse, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
