When most Americans go shopping, sustaining a serious injury is the last thing on their mind. Unfortunately, negligent store owners who fail to ensure that the floor of their store is free of clutter and spills can easily transform a carefree day of shopping into a day at the hospital. Slips and falls in retail stores are far more common than most people think, and if you fall while shopping, you deserve to be compensated for your injury. If you or someone you care about was injured in this manner, the following information will be immensely helpful.

Common Causes of Slips and Falls

Slips and falls in retail stores are caused by a variety of issues, many of which can be prevented by the store owner. Some common causes of slips and falls include the following.

  • Broken or uneven flooring
  • Slippery surfaces
  • Failure to install stairway railings
  • Ice and snow
  • Lack of lighting
  • Ripped carpeting

Owner Responsibility

Contrary to popular belief, it is the responsibility of the store owner to ensure that their retail space is safe for customers. This involves removing debris from the floor and having employees quickly clean up spills. Failing to do this can result in disaster, and if the victim is elderly or already in ill health, a fall can become life-threatening. If an employee is unable to clean up a spill immediately, he or she should ensure that warning signs and other items alert customers to its existence.

Are You Eligible for Financial Compensation?

If you trip and fall in a retail store, you have a right to file a claim for financial compensation. By working with a qualified attorney, you can seek compensation for:

• Current and future medical bills
• Everyday living expenses
• Lost wages
• Disability
• Emotional suffering

During the trial, you will need to prove that the store owner’s negligent or reckless actions resulted in your injury. For this reason, you will need to hire an attorney who knows how to take on store owners and get results. Attempting to file a suit on your own can be difficult and time-consuming.

Learn More

The New Jersey attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein, P.C. know how to handle cases involving slip and falls in retail stores. We will remain by your side throughout the entire ordeal, and provide you with the legal expertise you need to win your case. Don’t take on a retail store alone – contact us today at (609) 240-0040 for more information.

The firm’s principals, Gabriel R. Lependorf and David E. Silverstein, have each been representing injured victims in the State of New Jersey for over thirty years.

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