Retail stores are legally obligated to ensure the safety of their customers by maintaining hazard-free environments. If a display falls and injures you, the store may be held liable for your injuries due to negligence in maintaining safe premises.
In the case of Perez v. Circle K Convenience Stores, Inc., the Arizona Supreme Court addressed a situation where a customer tripped over a water display case while shopping. The court emphasized that a store’s duty of care to its customers exists regardless of whether a hazardous condition is open and obvious. This ruling underscores that retailers must proactively ensure their premises are safe for all patrons.
Under Arizona law, business owners owe a general duty of care to keep their premises safe for customers. This duty is based on the invitee relationship and is not contingent upon the presence of a hazardous condition. If a store’s negligence leads to an unsafe display causing injury, they are liable for damages.
In Arizona, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the injury (A.R.S. § 12-542). It’s crucial to act promptly to preserve your right to seek compensation.
If you’ve been injured by a falling display in a retail store, it’s important to document the incident thoroughly, seek medical attention, and consult with experienced personal injury attorneys. At Hirsch Talcott, our team, including attorney Jack Hirsch, a Certified Specialist in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, and attorney Chelsie Talcott, a former Maricopa County Deputy Public Defender, is dedicated to advocating for injured Arizonans. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay no fees unless we win your case.
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