Supermarket Negligence Results in Slip and Fall Accidents
We all spend time in supermarkets. Whether you are running in to buy one or two items or spending an hour walking through the aisles with a long shopping list, grocery shopping is something most people experience regularly.
Do you ever think about safety while grocery shopping? Probably not.
However, supermarket accidents happen more often than many people realize and can result in serious injuries. Slip and fall accidents, in particular, are common and are often caused by negligence.
Supermarkets in Brooklyn Owe Customers a Duty of Care
Property owners and tenants owe customers a duty of care to maintain reasonably safe premises. This duty of care may also extend to supermarket managers, employees, and employers responsible for maintaining safe conditions.
When negligence in a supermarket leads to injuries, the result may be a personal injury or premises liability lawsuit. Victims of slip and fall accidents in supermarkets in Brooklyn and elsewhere may be entitled to substantial compensation under certain circumstances.
Victims of Slip and Fall Accidents Filed Personal Injury Lawsuits Against ShopRite Supermarkets
One such lawsuit settled in 2019. In that case, a customer sued ShopRite for negligence after slipping on grapes in the produce section. The plaintiff alleged that although he did not fall completely, the incident aggravated a pre-existing neck injury, ultimately requiring multiple surgeries.
Another lawsuit against ShopRite also settled in 2019. In that personal injury case, a woman alleged that she slipped on chicken grease near a self-service rotisserie chicken warmer.
According to the lawsuit, she fell against or into the warmer, aggravating a pre-existing back condition, herniating a disc, and requiring surgery. She also allegedly suffered a torn knee ligament and shoulder injuries.
ShopRite Agreed to Pay Over $1 Million to Victims of Slip and Fall Accidents
Both of these lawsuits reportedly settled for significant amounts, with the plaintiffs receiving awards totaling well over $1 million for their injuries.
In these cases, the plaintiffs argued that the supermarkets failed to take reasonable steps to maintain safe floor conditions for customers. Attorneys also alleged that the stores failed to properly monitor and clean spills in a timely manner.
If You Slip, Trip, or Fall in a Supermarket in Brooklyn, Call Our Personal Injury Lawyer
In Brooklyn, the Law Office of Irene H. Gabo handles personal injury claims arising from accidents in supermarkets such as ShopRite, Stop & Shop, Wegmans, and other grocery and retail stores.
Call our office at 800-560-0214 for a free evaluation of your personal injury claim against a supermarket in Brooklyn.
Irene H. Gabo is a dedicated personal injury attorney based in Brooklyn, specializing in a wide range of personal injury cases. With over a decade of experience, she has successfully represented thousands of clients who have suffered injuries from motor vehicle accidents, construction incidents, dog bites, and medical malpractice. Known for her expertise and commitment, Ms. Gabo has recovered millions of dollars for her clients, ensuring they receive the justice and compensation they deserve. If you or a loved one has been injured in Brooklyn, reach out to Irene for a free consultation and expert guidance on your personal injury claim.
