Some types of accidents are very common, because they can happen just almost anywhere. You might think that slipping over and landing on the ground is funny, but in fact such an accident can become a nightmare if a serious injury like brain damage or spinal damage is the result.
If this is what has happened to you, or a member of your family, you should certainly discuss the circumstances with a personal injury attorney. There is no reason why you should have to bear the financial cost of an accident that was not your fault.
A successful claim can help to compensate you financially and offset psychological or emotional harm that the accident may have caused you.
Possible Hazards in a Food or Grocery Store
The most common accidents that shoppers are likely to be involved in while paying a visit to a store or supermarket are slip and fall or trip and fall accidents. These are almost always due to the conditions on the ground where people walk.
It may be the immediate entrance way where snow, ice or rainwater has accumulated and has not been swept away properly. It may be a leaky pipe or tap that has meant a pool of water on the floor of the store. It may be objects for sale that have fallen off the shelves, cartons left on the ground, shopping carts or tool boxes in the way.
It could be that the lighting in some part of the store is so poor that it is hard to see where to put your feet safely.
In every case, it would be expected that hazards in a place where the public is encouraged to use should be removed as soon as practicable. Any accident that occurs hours after a hazard has been spotted is not acceptable and may be considered as negligence on the part of store management.
Help After a Store Injury
An accident in a familiar place like a supermarket can be a very stressful experience if really serious injuries are the result. You may understand that you might be able to claim compensation, but this is not an easy task all by yourself.
Even if you think you have a convincing case, the company’s insurer may at the best offer a paltry or insufficient amount in compensation.
It is always best to approach a personal injury attorney before filing a claim. Most attorneys who deal with claims of this type will provide a free initial consultation and, if the attorney advises you to proceed with a claim, will work on your behalf to achieve a satisfactory settlement.
In most cases, legal fees are waived until a payment is forthcoming.
*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 Harps, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
