If you slip and fall on rainwater in a Walmart in California, you may be able to file a personal injury claim. The details of your accident will determine if you have a strong case against Walmart or not. For example, if there was a “caution wet floor sign,” or not, will play a large role as to the level of carelessness on Walmart’s part.
What Happens When There’s No Wet Floor Sign Out at a Walmart?
If there’s no wet floor sign out for rainwater at a Walmart, then that hazard is considered a premises liability. If someone suffers a slip-and-fall on the unsafe floor, then they can file a personal injury lawsuit against Walmart for leaving the floor in a hazardous state.
What is Considered a Premise Liability in a Walmart Slip and Fall Claim?
In California, a premises liability occurs when an owner fails to maintain their property or warn of known danger, and someone sustains injuries. In this case, the owner can be held responsible for the victim’s economic and non-economic damages. These damages include:
- Medical costs
- Lost wages (if you have to miss work to recover)
- Retraining or re-education for job placement if you have suffered a disability from the accident
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
Under California Civil Code 1714, property owners are responsible for keeping their property free of hazardous conditions by performing routine inspections. They are required to repair, replace, or provide reasonable warning about unsafe property conditions to keep visitors safe. Property owners who fail to repair dangerous conditions, or warn them, can be served with a premise liability lawsuit if someone gets injured as a direct result of their carelessness.
So, in the case of rainwater being left unattended to on the floor without warning signage, Walmart could be held liable for damages.
What Should I Do After I Slip-and-Fall on Rainwater at a Walmart?
If you suffer injuries from a slip-and-fall on rainwater at Walmart, seek medical attention immediately. Nothing is more important than your health. Also, failing to seek medical attention after you’ve been injured can be harmful to your claim if you decide to file a lawsuit. After you get medical care, it is recommended to:
- Report the injury to Walmart’s management. Slip-and-fall accidents require a prompt investigation, especially if they occur on Walmart’s property. Reporting the injury will also help your case if you decide to file a premises liability claim.
- Take your own photos of the scene and get witness statements. Hazardous conditions can and will be removed or remedied very quickly by Walmart 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 legal options and get you the compensation you need to make a full recovery.
How Can a Slip-and-Fall Lawyer Help Me?
Filing a slip-and-fall claim against a corporate giant like Walmart can be an intimidating endeavor. But the Slip-and-Fall Lawyers at Maison Law are here to manage your claim and ensure your rights to compensation are protected. Our firm will guide you step-by-step through the legal process and assist you by:
- Increasing your initial settlement by letting the insurance adjuster know you intend to invoke your rights
- Making you aware of the compensation you will need in order to treat your injuries and make a full recovery
- Helping you understand what a fair settlement should be based on the details of your case
- Building 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
- Filing a claim in court if a settlement cannot be reached and present your case in front of a jury
Get Legal Help for Your Walmart Slip-and-Fall Accident
If you or a loved one has sustained injuries from a slip-and-fall accident due to rainwater at a Walmart, the skilled attorneys at Maison Law will help you recover full compensation for your damages. We have the resources to demand a maximum settlement on your behalf and will skillfully negotiate to ensure your damages are recovered.
For expert legal counsel, contact Maison Law today for a free consultation and case evaluation. No upfront money is required for our services and we won’t charge you a dime unless we win your case.
