Numero Uno was a small chain of grocery stores specializing in foods from Mexico, South America, and other Latin American regions. Due to the large Hispanic population in Los Angeles and other cities in California, Numero Uno developed a solid reputation as a friendly, neighborhood supermarket. In 2022, the business was acquired by Superior Grocers, and this is the name you will typically find on signs at Numero Uno locations today. However, many people still use the name Numero Uno, as they have shopped at these locations for many years.
Once a supermarket chain is acquired by another company, it’s inevitable that changes will occur throughout the store. This can include new products or discounting certain items and making renovations to give the place a new look. However, a store should always uphold safety standards for the purpose of keeping others safe while they are on the property. Unfortunately, a failure to keep up with maintenance and cleaning requirements can result in a slip and fall accident in many areas of the store, like the parking lot, entrance / exit doors, store aisles, and public bathrooms.
A slip and fall accident injury lawyer is your best ally when you are injured from negligent conditions at a Numero Uno supermarket location. Contact our law firm today and ask to speak with a lawyer who is experienced in fall accident claims on commercial properties.
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Slip and Fall Hazards at a Supermarket
No matter where you get your groceries, there is no denying that slip and falls are the number one cause of injuries to shoppers at a supermarket. Though we can’t list every single one of them, here is a list of conditions that are commonly associated with slip and fall accidents:
- Water on the floor
- Product spills
- Leaks from refrigerators and freezers
- Slippery or uneven flowing
- Failing to use Wet Floor signs
- Dirty bathroom floors
- Defective or missing handrails
- Garbage in the aisles
- Poor lighting
- Parking lot conditions (not removing snow and ice, for example)
Common Slip and Fall Injuries
Injuries from an unexpected fall are very common at grocery stores and other major retailers. This is often due to poor cleaning standards and lack of maintenance by the store managers and employees. Below are some of the most common injuries you can sustain if you slip and fall down a Numero Uno supermarket:
- Tearing of the ligaments and tendons
- Deep cuts to the skin
- Joint dislocation in the knee or shoulder
- Concussion or another form of head trauma
- Hip fracture or dislocated hip
- Whiplash
- Spinal cord injury
- Whiplash
- Broken tailbone
- Permanent nerve damage
- Chronic pain
Can I Sue Numero Uno for a Slip and Fall?
Yes, you can sue Numero Uno (now Superior Grocers) if an act of negligence by the company caused you to fall down at the store. Under the state’s premises liability laws, business owners must maintain cleaning and safety standards in order to prevent accidents for guests and visitors. It’s not possible to prevent every incident where someone is injured, of course. The idea is to inspect and maintain the property and remove hazardous conditions that can cause someone to be harmed.
While the owner is legally responsible in a premises liability lawsuit, they are also liable for injuries caused by their workers. For example, there may be a product spill in one of the aisles, which means Wet Floor signs must be placed around the area immediately. Unfortunately, a careless or poorly trained worker neglects to do this, and instead, goes to the janitor’s closet to get a bucket and mop. While he is doing that, a customer slips on the mess that’s on the floor and ends up with serious injuries.
There are many other examples of negligent conduct that can make supermarket owners liable if someone is injured from a slip and fall. If you or your loved one fell down while shopping at a Superior Grocers or Numero Uno location, please consider a free consultation on your rights and legal options.
How Much can I Receive from a Slip and Fall Claim?
These lawsuits can vary significantly in terms of the amount that is issued to each victim. Some people have relatively minor injuries from a slip and fall, and a settlement of $15,000 to $50,000 may be appropriate. At our law firm, most of our clients receive payments of $75,000 to $300,000, though we have had settlements and verdicts that exceeded $2,000,000. Ultimately, what you can end up with from a Numero Uno Markets slip and fall lawsuit depends on various factors, which include:
- The extent of your injuries and how they will impact your health on a long-term basis
- The total sum of all economic and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, for example) that you are entitled to
- The act of negligence by the business that is responsible for your accident
- If the harm you suffered resulted in symptoms of PTSD and other mental health issues
How Long Do Slip and Fall Cases Take to Settle?
Claims for slip and fall and trip and fall incidents can take between 8 and 12 months to settle if you were injured on a commercial property. Sometimes, both sides will agree on the amount of damages in just a few months, though this is unlikely to be the case if you have serious or permanent injuries. If the store is unwilling to admit liability, or there are unexpected problems along the way, settling a grocery store slip and fall case can take over 2 years. Though it’s very rare, a small percentage of these lawsuits need to be tried in court. If a trial is required, the process of getting paid for injuries from a fall accident case will probably take over 3 years.
Time Limit to Sue for a Slip and Fall Accident
Please note that you must file a claim for injuries caused by negligence within 2 years. So, starting from when you fell down at Numero Uno, you have 2 years to sue the company for monetary compensation. Sticking by this deadline is crucial, as the courts are unlikely to accept your request for an extension. To avoid losing your right to payment from a slip and fall lawsuit, call us immediately and talk to one of our attorneys about filing a slip and fall accident claim against Numero Uno.
Zero Fee Guarantee on Slip and Fall Injury Cases
The cost of legal representation is one thing you won’t have to worry about here at Normandie Law Firm. All injury victims that qualify for a slip and fall claim receive free legal services under the Zero Fee Guarantee. This is due to the fact that we add the cost of legal fees to the payment you are owed by the business owner. So, obtaining your settlement is the only way we get paid – guaranteed.
Our law firm is standing by to assist you, so contact us right away if you had a slip and fall at any of these Superior Grocers (formerly Numero Uno Markets) store locations:
- 1141 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90502
- 1831 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90057
- 10819 Hawthorne Blvd, Lennox, CA 90304
- 701 E Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90011
- 4225 Mont Clair St, Los Angeles, CA 90018
- 500 S Pacific Ave, San Pedro, CA 90731
- 4710 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90037
- 2214 San Pedro St, Los Angeles, CA 90011
- 4373 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90037
- 9127 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90003
- 4831 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022
- 9900 Garvey Ave, El Monte, CA 91733
- 9990 Long Beach Blvd, Lynwood, CA 90262
- 10455 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Pacoima, CA 91331
- 970 W 1st St, San Pedro, CA 90731
- 8200 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90001
- 129 E Lomita Blvd, Carson, CA 90745
- 250 N La Brea Ave, Inglewood, CA 90301
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