With approximately 35 Walmart stores in West Virginia and thousands of other stores, there is a constant daily flow of shoppers, workers, employees, suppliers, builders, and others walking in, around, through, and out the stores. Store owners and managers have a duty to maintain their stores in a manner that is reasonably safe for all persons. Unfortunately, many accidents occur, even though most of them are completely avoidable. Common accidents that occur in Walmart, grocery stores, and other stores result from:
- Wet, oily, over-waxed, or otherwise slippery floors
- Holes in the floor
- Protruding nails
- Broken glass
- Obstructions
- Unexpected, dangerous debris
- Assaults resulting from inadequate security and lack of due diligence
- Loose or inferior handrails
- Inadequately constructed and maintained stairs
- Elevator accidents
- Escalator accidents
- Broken bottles, sharp edges
- Electrical malfunctions
If you were injured in a Walmart or other store in West Virginia, it is important to consult with an experienced and knowledgeable West Virginia premises liability attorney to review your case. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries in a personal injury lawsuit. Tiano O’Dell, PLLC represents clients who were injured in Walmarts, grocery stores, and other premises. A complimentary case review is available to discuss your particular case.
Common Premises Liability Injuries in West Virginia
Unsafe and inadequately maintained store premises are a danger to shoppers and others. Injuries are common, and most are completely avoidable. Responsible parties should be held accountable for their negligent actions and malfeasance. Common injuries include:
- Pelvic fractures, especially common among the elderly
- Wrist, arm, elbow, shoulder, rib, leg, ankle, and foot fractures that result from slips and falls
- Traumatic brain injuries, concussions, coma
- Neck injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Knee twists, strains, sprains, torn cartilage, broken toes
- Torn, punctured, scraped skin
- External and internal organ damage from knife, gun and physical assaults resulting from inadequate security
- All kinds of injuries not listed
If you were injured, you have a right to pursue compensation that may include:
- Medical expenses, hospital bills, present and future treatment, medication, therapy and other forms of medical care
- Pain and suffering
- Lost income, starting from the time of the accident
- Other compensation, see your attorney for details
Free Consultation for Injuries at Walmart & Grocery Stores in West Virginia
Tiano O’Dell, PLLC has been helping clients obtain the compensation they deserve for more than 20 years in Charleston and West Virginia. Firm founders William Tiano and Tony O’Dell have been named as Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the highly respected American Trial Lawyers Association, as well as West Virginia Super Lawyers. Attorneys Tiano and O’Dell, PLLC feel it is their responsibility to help their clients obtain the maximum amount of compensation possible while holding the responsible parties accountable for their negligent, derelict conduct.
If they take your case, it will be taken on a consignment basis, which means that there are no legal fees unless they obtain a settlement to your satisfaction, or win in court. To schedule your free case review, call Tiano O’Dell, PLLC at (304) 720-6700. This will help you better understand your options and potential course of action. The consultation is completely confidential.