Slip and fall accidents rarely hit the national headlines in the, yet they happen 24/7 all over the country. These accidents are so common specifically because they can happen anywhere. All it takes is a slippery floor, a cable or piece of wood on the ground, or a sudden jolt on a bus. Often, it’s not the injured person’s fault.
A slip and fall accident at a gas station for instance, could be the fault of the gas station operator. If this is the case and you have been seriously injured, it is wise to talk to a personal injury attorney to see if you have a chance of taking legal action to recover any accident costs you have been burdened with.
Injuries That Could Occur at a Gas Station or Store
If you have been injured at any facility, it will probably be a slip and fall type accident that caused it. These accidents are very common and usually happen because of a hazard that wasn’t noticed in time.
Injuries can vary tremendously as the severity depends on how you fall over and what you might hit on the way down. Slight injuries are most common, such as cuts, scrapes and bruises. It’s when the injuries become more serious that a personal injury claim may be necessary.
The more serious injuries at a gas station or store include:
- broken arm, leg, wrist or ankle bones, collar bones or ribs; facial bruising and broken teeth;
- dislocated joints, especially ankles, wrists, hips and shoulders;
- back and neck damage, especially to the spinal cord and vertebrae in the spine;
- damage to the head, causing concussion or more serious brain damage.
When a serious injury has occurred, it’s time to consider making a personal injury claim against Sunoco or whoever the party was that caused your injuries. If you were injured in a car crash, please see our page: Car Accidents at a Sunoco Gas Station.
You Could Use an Accident Attorney if You are Injured at a Gas Station
If you have been injured at a gas station or store, you may be considering making a personal injury claim against the gas station itself or an individual gas station attendant. It can be hard to convince a powerful corporation to release compensation all by yourself. It’s much easier with the help of an experienced personal injury attorney.
At the initial consultation, the attorney will assess the evidence you have available and the circumstances of the accident and give an opinion on whether a personal injury claim would have a chance of success. If you decide to pursue a claim for compensation, the attorney will negotiate vigorously on your behalf.
*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 Sunoco, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
