It’s common knowledge that dogs and other animals are not allowed inside supermarkets – unless they are service animals. Usually, these animals are dogs that have been trained to assist people with a wide variety of physical or mental disabilities. As a result, you may come across a fellow shopper at a Ralphs grocery store that is accompanied by a service animal.
Although service dogs have privileges that are denied to other animals at grocery stores, they are still classified as pets. That means owners are responsible for cleaning up after these animals if they pee on the floor while they are at the store. Unfortunately, not all owners step up to the plate when it comes to dog ownership. Urine and feces from dogs can also be blamed on people who disregard the rules and bring in their pet, even if they are not a service animal. Either way, dog urine that isn’t cleaned up can result in slip and fall accidents, which are associated with serious injuries.
If you or someone you know was injured from slipping on dog urine at a Ralphs supermarket, our attorney are here to advise you of your rights and legal options. Based on the exact cause of your accident, you may be eligible for compensation from a slip and fall injury lawsuit. To discuss your case with an experienced supermarket injury attorney, contact us as soon as possible.
Can I Sue Ralph’s if I Slipped on Dog Urine at One of Their Store?
You may be eligible for a lawsuit against Ralphs if there was dog urine on the property that caused you to fall down. Now, you may be wondering how this is possible when clearly, the owner of the dog is responsible for cleaning up their dog’s urine.
The legal basis for a lawsuit against the store is based on premises liability, which is a legal concept that obligates property owners to ensure the safety of their premise. This can be done in many ways, including the removal of hazards that lead to a slip and fall. So, even the mess on the floor was caused by a customer’s dog, store management and staff have a duty to mop up the urine and place Wet Floors signs around the area until it’s completely dry.
If the store fails to take the necessary actions and breaches their duty of care to you, they can be sued for the resulting injuries, which is the basis of a dog urine slip and fall lawsuit against Ralphs supermarket. At the end of the day, you have the right to demand compensation from a property owner when you have been hurt by a dangerous condition on their property. To learn more about the process of suing for a fall accident injury, please give us a call at your earliest convenience.
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Monetary Restitution for Slip and Fall Accident Victims
When you file an accident claim against Ralph’s, you are seeking compensation to cover your monetary losses from an accident that was occurred at one of their stores. In addition, you may have extensive pain and emotional trauma, based on the circumstances of your accident. As a result, you may be entitled to some or all of the following damages:
- Cost of medical treatments, services, and medications
- Your lost wages while you’re out of work
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish
- Property damage
- Cost of hiring a lawyer
- Punitive damages
By contacting our law firm, you can learn about the damages that apply to your case, which will help you receive maximize your payment from a dog urine slip and fall claim. No matter what, you can depend on us to provide you with skilled and aggressive representation if you sustained injuries from slipping on dog urine at a Ralphs grocery store.
Average Value of a Dog Urine at Ralphs Slip and Fall Injury Claim
Though we understand your need to have a sense of what these cases are worth, we want to stress that settlement values depend on various elements that are unique to each individual. That’s why our focus is on you and the specific losses you’ve suffered as a result of your accident. Based on our record of settlements and verdicts, the value of a dog urine slip and fall claim will probably fall between $15,000 and $2,500,000. Ultimately, the important thing is to figure out what you deserve as someone that was injured at a Ralphs supermarket. Our lawyers will be happy to help you with this task during a free case review.
How Long Does it Take to Settle a Slip and Fall Case?
When we set out to recover a client’s payment, we strive for a time range of 6 months from the time we submit our demands to the defendant. This process can happen in just a few weeks if Ralphs makes a fair settlement offer, but it’s more than likely that the initial offer will be too entirely too low. That’s why we negotiate back and forth, and hopefully, reach a settlement that is fair to both sides. It’s possible that this process will take over a year, especially if you have severe injuries with permanent complications. If the victim is unwilling to work towards a fair settlement, we may need to file a lawsuit and prepare to take our chances in court. If your lawsuit progresses to a trial (though this is highly unlikely), the process of recovering your payment can take over two years.
Time Limit to File a Lawsuit for Injuries at a Grocery Store
We know that the days and weeks after an accident is a very busy time, but it’s essential to contact a slip and fall lawyer and begin the process for an injury claim as soon as possible. All lawsuits are subject to a deadline, which is referred to as the statute of limitations. If you are seeking compensation for a slip and fall accident, you must file a lawsuit no less than two years from the incident date. Otherwise, you will lose the right to sue the negligent party, except in rare circumstances that must be approved by the court.
Second Opinion Consultation
Are you lacking confidence in your attorney’s ability to win your case? Do you feel that your law firm is not providing the time and attention you deserve? In that case, contact us to receive a second opinion on your slip and fall injury claim. Our fall injury accident lawyers will evaluate your case and offer solutions that may be of interest to you. As this is a completely free service, you risk absolutely nothing by contacting us for a second opinion consultation.
Lawyers with Experience in Supermarket Slip and Fall Cases
Normandie Law Firm is ready to represent you in a slip and fall accident case against Ralphs if you were injured at the store from slipping on dog urine. We know these cases inside and out, and we are more than ready to fight for you and the funds you are entitled to.
If taking legal action against Ralphs is the best course of action, you can count on us to protect your finances from day one. The Zero Fee Guarantee ensures that all legal fees come from the defendant at the end of your case, when we receive a portion of your settlement award. That’s the only way we get paid, so if we lose your case, you owe us absolutely nothing.
We are happy to provide you with a free case evaluation, where you will learn more about the legal actions we can take on your behalf. Please give us a call if you are ready to discuss your case with a slip and fall accident injury attorney.
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