Grocery shopping is more often seen as a mundane task than it is seen as dangerous. This routine activity is hardly associated with danger, despite the number of accidents that occur in grocery stores each year. Supermarket accidents can result in very serious injuries. These accidents can occur if the supermarket staff or management fails to remedy dangerous conditions that are present in the store. Individuals who are injured in grocery stores may want to consider their legal options. If you have been injured in a New Jersey supermarket accident, the attorneys at Stathis & Leonardis are here to help. Our firm can guide you through the legal process while trying to recover maximum compensation on your behalf. Contact Stathis & Leonardis to schedule a consultation with our experienced legal team today.
Even though supermarkets are hardly considered dangerous, they can still be the source of hazardous conditions that ultimately result in a serious accident. When a supermarket’s staff fails to maintain safe premises for shoppers, accidents can occur and victims can suffer serious injuries. Some of the most common supermarket accidents that result in injury cases involve the following:
When there are dangerous conditions present in a grocery store, store employees are responsible for fixing the issue in a reasonable amount of time. If they fail to do so, they can be held liable. That being said, New Jersey injury laws require the injured party (the plaintiff) to prove that the store employees were negligent. If the plaintiff can prove that the store employees knew or should have reasonably known about the dangerous conditions but did not fix them, they can be held liable.
The burden of proof is one of the most important components of any injury case. This is the need to build a case that demonstrates the negligence of another party. At the time of the accident, it is important for the injured party to seek medical attention and notify store management as soon as possible so they have a record of the incident. The injured party should also take photographs of the hazard that caused the accident if they are able to do so. In addition, it is important to collect the contact information of any witnesses who saw the accident happen. This, in combination with the guidance of an experienced personal injury attorney, can set the injured party up for a successful lawsuit.
If an individual who has been injured in a supermarket accident is able to prove that the store was negligent, they may be entitled to compensation for their injuries. They may be able to recover damages that are both economic and noneconomic in nature. Economic damages can include the cost of medical bills, rehabilitation, lost wages and lost future wages, among others. Noneconomic damages can include loss of independence, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and more.
Individuals who have been injured in a supermarket accident may be subject to significant burdens. The attorneys at Stathis & Leonardis understand the seriousness of these matters and are here to help. Our firm has proudly represented clients throughout Middlesex County, NJ when they are facing serious injuries because of the negligence of another party. If you need an experienced attorney, contact Stathis & Leonardis today.