Like any electronics store, it is unlikely that the average Microsoft store is accident prone, but with any large chain there are individual stores where accidents can happen because employees fail to ensure that the visiting public’s safety is a priority.
Potential Hazards When Visiting an Electronics Store
Well run stores make sure that their staff are well trained and are expected to ensure that customers are well looked after. Sometimes, a hazard exists which is overlooked. If nothing is done about a specific hazard it can lead to an accident. These are a few of the more common accident scenarios.
- Computer products are often connected to power sockets, printers and internal networks by a number of cables. These cables may be a trip hazard if they are not kept out of the way of customers’ feet and legs.
- Products that are on display are often stored on shelves. Customers may face an accident risk if these become dislodged and fall down in the path of the public or even on top of someone’s head.
- Many stores like to minimize the effort and time taken to maintain and clean their often considerable floor space. This may involve using polishing techniques which leave the floor too slippery. A slip and fall injury may lead to a claim against the store owner.
- Anything which finds its way on to the floor such as spilled coffee, trash and food could be a trip hazard. The store may be found negligent unless these items are cleaned away on a regular basis.
Negligence Must be Proven in a Personal Injury Lawsuit
All states allow victims of accidents that are not their fault claim damages as long as negligence can be proven. This can often be quite challenging.
If you, or a family member, have been injured in an accident in a store and you believe that negligence on part of someone at the store was involved, you should first talk to a personal injury attorney to discuss the circumstances and find out what your chances of success really are.
*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 Microsoft, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
