Walmart is the world's largest retail corporation. The company uses competitive and low prices as well as marketing campaigns to attract its customers. Consumers shop at Walmart because of these low prices, the large selection, and the locations. With the high volume of business that Walmart does on a daily basis and the number of customers that shop within its stores, its no wonder that shoppers are occasionally injured. Often times these injuries may be the result of negligence by Walmart employees, perhaps from stacking shelves too high and allowing merchandise to fall and injure customers, not promptly cleaning spilled liquids on the floor where a customer can slip and fall, or numerous other potentially unsafe practices that can cause serious injury to Walmart customers.
Walmart stores are spread widely throughout the state of California. As of October 31, 2011, Walmart's presence in California included 78 Supercenters, 102 discount stores, 33 Sam's Clubs, and 7 distribution centers.
What Are Some Causes of Walmart Accidents in California?
With a population of 33,998,767 in the state of California, shopping trips to Walmart retail stores are done every day by thousands of customers. California residents think nothing of stopping by a Walmart retail store to pick up a few necessary items for the house and family. Rarely do we consider the fact that an accident or injury can occur during a routine excursion to the local Walmart. Unfortunately, it is a possibility that you may suffer an injury while in a California Walmart store.Dangerous Walmart conditions can result from employees' failure to post "wet floor" signs, failure to shovel and apply salt to slippery sidewalks, failure to clean up spills and numerous other instances of negligence.
Premises liability accidents happen every day in Walmart stores. Numerous people incur painful injuries from slipping or tripping while shopping at Walmart. Other types of accidents that occur include accidents in parking lots, falling merchandise, assaults, and security negligence.
When these negligent accidents occur, people stand a great chance of sustaining serious, even life threatening injuries that could cost them greatly. If you or a loved one have been injured in a Walmart store our experienced Wamart injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Howard Alan Kitay can help you receive the compensation you deserve and are entitled to under the law.
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury at a Walmart store, you are probably overwhelmed with disruptions to your life and adjustments that have to be made. On top of physical pain and the challenges of rehabilitation and treatment, the financial strain of medical bills and the inability to work are likely to adversely affect you and your family. The attorneys at the Law Offices of Howard Alan Kitay may be able to help you recover monetary damages and get help with your other needs. Contact our office today at (877)442-0542 for a free legal consultation.
Walmart has a responsibility to protect customers from dangerous conditions.
The Law Offices of Howard Alan Kitay provides over two decades of litigation experience in Walmart accident cases. Our attorneys provide knowledgeable, caring legal representation to those who have been injured in a Walmart accident. Our aggressive personal injury attorneys have what it takes to take on even the largest of corporations, such as Walmart.
What To Do After a Walmart Accident in California
Report the accident to the store manager or to the customer service desk. The staff should ask the victim to fill out an accident report form. If no form is furnished, the victim should make sure that the incident is recorded in the store's accident book. This will be used as proof that the accident really occurred.
If there are witnesses to the accident, ask for their names and contact information.
If possible, take a picture of the cause of the accident. A floor spillage, unattended pallet on the aisle or a fallen sign from the ceiling can be best documented by taking pictures of it. Having these pictures will increase the probability of winning your claim.
