If you’ve been injured as a result of falling while in a store, you could be eligible to receive money for your pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills, etc. These claims are known as slip-and-fall cases in personal injury law. In these claims, injuries are sustained as the result of an accidental fall. So, if this has happened to you recently, you should contact a personal injury lawyer to help you determine your eligibility for filing a claim.
Due to it being a collective, many stores have different layouts and sizes, but there are some commonalities with most locations. There are a lot of small things that could be on the floor, such as lug nuts, tools, nails, along with many other things, opening the customer up to risks of slipping and falling. There could be hazards from a number of solutions and solvents that are sold there as well, like paint and paint remover, grease, a number of chemicals and cleaners could be spilled on the floor. These can cause falls very easily. Also, the floors are usually made of tile or another hard surface, which makes landing on floors troublesome.
Customers that are injured in a store should document the incident immediately. As many people have cell phones with cameras, this should be used to capture the hazard that caused the incident. Also, employees should be informed right away. Visiting a doctor who can provide medical documentation is also critical. All of the documents related to the incident should be kept together and presented to the attorney upon consultation. If you think you have been the victim of a slip and fall you should waste no time, and consult a personal injury attorney.
*The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Ace Hardware, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
