Maison Law represents victims injured in corn mazes in California. If you or a loved one has been injured in a corn maze, the personal injury lawyers at Maison Law are here to pursue full compensation for your damages. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Do I Need a Lawyer For a Corn Maze Injury in California?
Considering your legal options is not something most people think about when entering a corn maze. However, if you were injured due to the carelessness of a property owner, or individual in a corn maze, it is recommended to speak with a reputable attorney about your legal options. Unbeknownst to most people, corn mazes do come with a degree of risk. These risks include:
- Tripping hazards
- Dangerous farm equipment left in the cornfield
- Lack of fire extinguishers
- No immediate fire exits
- Tight, dark spaces
- People running in all directions and around corners
- Actors or performers attempting to scare guests
- Risk of overcrowding and people being trampled
Corn maze injuries are usually classified as premises liability, which asks the question: Did the property owner exercise reasonable care over their estate or business? If a property owner fails to exercise reasonable care and someone gets injured, they can be held liable for damages according to California’s Civil Code 1714(a), which states:
“Everyone is responsible, not only for the result of his or her willful acts but also for an injury occasioned to another by his or her want of ordinary care or skill in the management of his or her property or person, except so far as the latter has, willfully or by want of ordinary car, brought the injury upon himself or herself.”
What Should I Do After a Corn Maze Injury
If you suffer an injury inside a corn maze, seek medical attention immediately. Nothing is more important than your health. Call out to a festival employee, or another guest to help you get out of the maze and get treatment. After you get medical care, it is recommended to:
- Report the injury to management. Corn maze injuries are not uncommon at fall festivals and they require a prompt investigation. Reporting the injury will also help your case if you decide to file a premises liability claim against the property owner.
- Take your own photos of the scene and get witness statements. Hazardous conditions are removed very quickly to prevent more accidents, so it is important for you to capture the dangerous environment while it is still there.
- Follow up on your injuries with a doctor. Any injuries you’ve sustained from your accident will become a part of your case and you will need a doctor to corroborate your injuries.
- Contact Maison Law to protect your rights to compensation. Most accident victims find themselves overwhelmed by the incident and fail to realize the enormous impact a serious injury can have on their lives. Our experienced attorneys can help you understand your options and get you the compensation you need to make a full recovery.
How Can a Premises Liability Lawyer Help Me if I’ve Been Injured in a Corn Maze?
If you suffer a corn maze injury at a fall festival, determining liability can be a complex process. Several parties may be liable for your injuries, depending on the facts of your case. Common liable parties for a corn maze injury include:
- The property owner
- The business owner
- The event organizer
- A contractor or subcontractor
Finding the liable party can be tricky, but a premises liability lawyer will help you determine who is responsible for your injury. In addition, an attorney will:
- Increase your initial settlement by letting the insurance adjuster know you intend to invoke your rights
- Make you aware of the compensation you will need in order to treat your injuries and make a full recovery
- Help you understand what a fair settlement should be based on your case
- Build a case by gathering evidence such as:
- Proof of the damages you’ve suffered
- Evidence that a person, or business, was liable for your injuries
- Evidence the accident was in no way your fault, nor could you have done anything to prevent it
- File a claim in court if a settlement cannot be reached and present your case in front of a jury
What Kind of Settlement Can I Expect from a Corn Maze Injury in California?
When it comes to premises liability accidents like corn maze injuries, no case is the same. The circumstances are always different with every case, but the extent of your injuries and the share of your fault will largely determine your settlement amount. It is important to note that California is a pure comparative negligence state. Comparative negligence allows an injured party who shares fault for their injuries to still receive compensation as stated in the Comparative Negligence Law:
“Under the pure comparative negligence rule, the state allows the plaintiff to claim damages for the 1% they are not at fault even when they are 99% at fault.”
Knowing your damages will also help you calculate your potential settlement. A determining factor of your settlement is the value of your economic damages. These include:
- Present and future medical expenses
- Loss of income, as well as the reduction in your earning capacity you’ve suffered from your injuries
- Cost of living with your injury, such as making your home disability accessible, purchasing a wheelchair or crutches, hiring a nurse or housekeeper
- Damage done to your property during the accident
The next thing would be to include your non-economic damages. These cannot be defined with a dollar amount because they include:
- Pain and suffering caused by your injuries
- Stress and anxiety due to the nature of your accident
- Your mental state after a life-changing accident
Contact a Corn Maze Injury Lawyer in California
If you or a loved one have been injured in a corn maze due to a careless property owner, the experienced accident attorneys at Maison Law can get you the compensation you need. Navigating the legal complexities of premise liability lawsuits can be a nightmare, but it doesn’t have to be. Maison Law protects victims of careless property owners and hazardous conditions by identifying the liable parties and aggressively pursuing fair compensation. Contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation. Our firm does not charge clients up front for our counsel and you will not have to pay a cent unless your case is won.
