Whether you enjoy a relaxing bath or want to get a gift for that special someone, chances are, you’ve been inside a Bath & Body Works store. Founded in 1990, the company has over 1,900 locations in multiple countries, along with two secondary stores – Bath & Body Works at Home and the White Barn Candle Company. Though you can shop for their products online, many people enjoy the experience of visiting a Bath and Body store at their favorite mall or shopping center.
One expects to have a fun and relaxing experience when they step into one of these stores. However, the store’s failure to keep up with safety standards on the premises can lead to one of these accidents:
- Slip and fall
- Trip and fall
- Injured by falling objects
- Assault and battery
- Parking lot accidents
Did you sustain injuries from an accident while you were at a Bath & Body Works store? You may have the right to sue the store for monetary damages, such as medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost income from your job, and damage to your property. For more information on your rights and legal options, contact our law firm to schedule a free case evaluation.
Injuries Associated with Accidents at Bath & Body Works
By far, the number one accident at these stores is slip and fall incidents, followed by trip and falls. We can provide you with strong and aggressive representation on a Bath & Body Works, Inc. slip and fall lawsuit from day one. We also have legal experts that can bring you maximum payment from a falling object accident, assault and battery claim, or any other incident at a Bath & Body Works location. The compensation you are owed is determined by a variety of factors, including the extent of your injuries.
Potential injuries from an accident at Bath & Body include:
- Concussion and other forms of brain injury
- Hip fracture or broken pelvis
- Injuries to the neck and back – herniated disc, spinal cord damage, etc.
- Soft tissue injuries in the knees, hands, and wrists
- Broken tailbone
- Dislocated or fractured shoulder
- Deep lacerations
- Permanent scars and other disfiguring injuries
- Complex regional pain syndrome – chronic pain, usually in the arms and legs
Suing Bath & Body Works for an Accident
Suffering injuries at a Bath & Body Works store is not the only requirement you will need to meet in order to file a personal injury lawsuit. Under the law of premises liability, you will need to establish:
- You were owed a duty of care by the business as someone that was at the store for a legitimate reason.
- That duty of care was breached by an act of negligence.
- Because the store breached their duty of care, you had an accident that caused you bodily harm.
- Your harm and suffering caused financial losses, which entitles you to monetary damages.
Acts of negligence can take place in many different ways at a bath products store. Damaged bath and skincare products can leak onto the floor and cause someone to slip and fall. Boxes, tools, and debris on the floor can lead to a trip and fall injury. Overcrowded shelves can cause items to fall off and hit someone on the head. Employers can also be sued for misconduct by their staff members, which is common in cases involving assault and battery by a Bath & Body Works employee.
No matter how you were injured, it’s in your best interest to seek legal advice from a seasoned premises liability lawyer. For a free case review on your Bath & Body Works injury claim, contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm.
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How to File a Claim if You were Injured at a Bath & Body Works Store
It can be embarrassing to have an accident in public, which is why people insist that they’re okay and leave the store as soon as possible. Unfortunately, this is the worst thing you can do when it comes to a compensation claim for an accident at Bath & Body Works. Regardless of how you feel after your accident, please take the steps we’ve listed below:
- Immediately alert store employees by calling out for help and asking to speak with a manager. That way, you can be sure that an incident claim is filed right away. Ask for a copy of this report before leaving the store.
- If you are asked questions about the accident, keep your answers as short and factual as possible. It’s very easy in these situations to say things that can be used against you, such as “I wasn’t paying attention…” or “I’m always bumping into things.”
- If there are visible injuries, take photos of them with your phone. Capture images of the accident scene as well, especially the cause of your accident (a puddle on the floor, for example).
- Ask for names and contact information from any witnesses, as they can provide you with written statements.
- Go to a hospital right away, since you must have proof of the injuries you’ve sustained from the accident.
- Keep your medical records in a safe place, along with other evidence that can help your case (proof of lost wages, witness statements, etc.).
- Contact a Bath & Body Works, Inc. accident injury lawyer to learn about your legal options.
Lawsuits for Defective Products Sold at Bath & Body Works
Injuries don’t just happen on the premises of a Bath & Body Works store. You can also be harmed by a defective product, like skin injuries from contaminated creams and lotions or burn injuries from plug-in fragrance releasers. So, what can you do if you’ve been injured by a dangerous product that was purchased from Bath & Body Works?
Based on how and when the product became defective, you may have grounds for a product liability lawsuit against the manufacturer. This may be Bath & Body, or one of the many brands that sell their products through the store. Regardless of who is responsible, it’s essential to initiate the legal process with help from a defective product injury attorney. Our attorneys are available 24/7, so call us any time to learn about your rights if you’ve been harmed by a defective Bath & Body Works product.
Bath & Body Works Lawsuit Average Case Values
The question of how much you can receive from a Bath & Body Works lawsuit is impossible to answer without knowing the details of how and why you were injured. At best, we can give you a range of settlements that we’ve recovered on behalf of previous clients. However, these ranges differ based on the type of accident and complications from the resulting injuries. A Bath & Body slip and fall case, for example, may be worth around $250,000 to $2.5 million. If you were injured by a falling object, a possible payment range is between $175,000 and $2.75 million. As your own settlement value may fall below or above these ranges, it’s best to discuss your case with an attorney at our law firm.
Time Limit to File a Lawsuit against Bath & Body Works
Lawsuits involving bodily harm due to negligence or misconduct must be filed within 2 years from the incident date. The only exception is for victims of sexual assault, who are allowed 10 years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit. However, the 2-year mark is the best guideline to follow, so please don’t wait to contact our law firm and file a claim if you’ve had an accident at a Bath & Body Works location. If you are past the statute of limitations for a lawsuit, it will be extremely difficult to obtain compensation, even if you have solid evidence that the store is responsible for your injuries.
Estimated Time to Reach a Settlement
Recovering payment from a personal injury lawsuit can take anywhere from 30 days to several years, based on a variety of factors that are specific to your circumstances. Even if Bath & Body agrees that the accident is their fault, it’s unlikely that they will offer a fair settlement. That’s why it’s essential to negotiate for an amount that’s in your favor, though how long this process will take is unpredictable. Here at Normandie, we strive to negotiate all payments within 6 months, but the actual timeline may be around 12 to 18 months. If it turns out that taking your case to trial is the best solution, receiving your settlement through a jury verdict can take two years or longer.
It’s Taking too Long to Settle my Case – What can I Do?
The process of reaching a settlement in a personal injury case can be a long and arduous road, based on many issues that are out of your attorney’s control. On the other hand, it’s possible that lack of experience or dedication may be the reason there’s little to no progress in your lawsuit. To learn which of these scenarios you are dealing with, contact us and schedule a free second opinion consultation. You will receive a free case evaluation from one of our legal experts, along with recommendations on what to do if your case is headed in the wrong direction. Since there is no cost for a second opinion, we hope you’ll take the chance of reaching out to us as soon as possible.
Contact Normandie Law Firm
Being injured at a store can have life altering consequences for you and your loved ones, including financial hardship and emotional trauma. When store management and employees are responsible for an accident, the company must take accountability and compensate the victim for their losses. Of course, this is easier said than done when it comes to the largest bath and products company in the United States.
With representation from one of our attorneys, you can be sure of obtaining the highest possible settlement in a premises liability lawsuit against Bath & Body Works. Along with decades of experience in store accident injury claims, we provide free legal services under the Zero Fee Guarantee. All legal fees are covered by the other party, and the only way we receive payment is by winning your case.
For a free consultation with a lawyer experienced in store accident injury claims, call us at your earliest convenience.
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