There are few accidents more surprising than those that occur when shopping. Unfortunately, these accidents happen more often than you may think, and for a wide variety of reasons, however, they are most commonly a result of negligence. After these accidents, the wrongly injured often require financial compensation to cover the cost of their medical bills, lost wages, and more. Please continue reading and speak with our knowledgeable Queens personal injury lawyer to learn more about retail store accidents in Queens and how our firm can help if you have been injured in one. Here are some of the questions you may have regarding the personal injury claims process:
How do most retail store accidents happen?
Retail store accidents happen for a variety of reasons, though in most cases, they are the direct result of retail store owners/staff behaving negligently. Some of the most common types of retail store negligence include failing to clear up spills in aisles or restrooms, causing slip and fall accidents, poorly placed merchandise on shelves, negligently placed floor mats, obstructed aisles, malfunctioning revolving doors, poor lighting in retail store parking lots, unsafe retail store sidewalks, and more. If you were injured due to any of the aforementioned conditions, you are most likely entitled to financial compensation,
Who is responsible for a department store accident?
As long as our firm can prove that you were injured because the department store owner or staff knew, or should have known, about an unsafe condition and failed to fix it, thereby injuring you and causing you to sustain significant damages as a result, there is a very good chance that you will have a valid premises liability claim.
How long will I have to sue after sustaining an injury in a retail store accident in NYC?
If you are injured in a retail store, you will have to take legal action within the state’s statute of limitations. The statute of limitations for premises liability claims in New York State is, generally, three years. When someone waits any longer than the state’s statute of limitations allows to sue the negligent party for their actions, they will most likely lose their right to pursue compensation. Do not make this mistake–our firm is ready to fight for your right to compensation. All you have to do is ask.
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Our entire legal team is dedicated to providing the advice you need and the personalized attention you deserve. If you have been injured due to another party’s negligence, call 212-421-0300 or fill out our contact form to schedule a free consultation with a New York City personal injury lawyer. You may be entitled to financial compensation, which can help you on your road to recovery.
