Retail Store Injury Claim

Summary

If you were injured in a retail store in Florida, you might have a personal injury claim. Florida law requires filing within four years of the incident and follows pure comparative negligence rules, allowing you to recover damages even if partially at fault. Consult a personal injury lawyer for specific advice.

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I was in a retail store and one of their salesperson hit me with a push palet loaded with a washrr. Do I have a good case
Hi Carolyn, I'm sorry to hear about your incident. To better assist you, I need to know where this happened? Also, did you report the incident to the store management or police and are there any witnesses or surveillance footage available?
Reported to the manager who contacted the regional manager and insurance company. Americans Freight Store
Hello Carolyn. Based on your situation, you might have a personal injury claim. Here are some factors to consider:
- Evidence of injury
- Whether the store or its employees were negligent
- If your actions contributed to the incident
Could you please share the location of the incident? It will help me provide more accurate information.
I was standard at the pick-up counter near the loading area.
Hello Carolyn, I meant the geographical location. It's important as laws vary by region. Could you please provide this information?
Jacksonville, Florida
Hello Carolyn, in Florida:
- Personal injury claims must be filed within four years from the incident.
- Florida operates under pure comparative negligence rules.
- You can recover damages even if you were partially at fault.
You should consult with a personal injury lawyer for more specific advice.