Accidents And Injuries On Tennis Courts And Pickleball Courts

Racquet sports have always been a popular way to exercise and have fun with friends. For decades, tennis was the most popular sport played recreationally. However, pickleball has grown significantly in popularity. California boasts over 5,600 pickleball courts and roughly one-third of all the tennis courts in the United States. So, locating a place to play should not be too difficult. However, you should take a few moments to inspect the court to be sure there are no safety hazards before beginning play. Not all public or private tennis and pickleball courts get the care and maintenance required to remain safe for use.

If you or a loved one recently suffered an injury because of damage or safety hazards at a tennis court or pickleball court, please know that the expert legal team at Normandie Law Firm is ready to provide the legal guidance and answers you need. Our team can be reached 24/7 to help you understand your rights as the victim of a personal injury and how to hold the appropriate party accountable for the losses and expenses incurred because of your accident and injuries on a tennis court or pickleball court.

In addition to this initial conversation, we hope that you will accept our offer for a free consultation with a skilled personal injury lawyer to discuss the facts of your injury incident. After sharing the details of the incident and your injuries, they will provide a complete professional evaluation of the legal merit of your claim and ability to file a tennis court or pickleball court injury lawsuit. With this valuable information, you will be well prepared to make a wise choice about your future and file a lawsuit to seek any compensation owed to you for the harm and losses caused by your injuries. But please reach out to our staff quickly, as there is a time limit for filing your case with the court.

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Common Safety Hazards Found At Tennis And Pickleball Courts
When you arrive at a sports court, you should always take a moment to check for any safety hazards or damage to the court or surrounding area to prevent being injured. Many people will quickly look over the court for large damage, but be diligent and carefully inspect the court and surrounding area for:

• Cracks or chips in the court could create sand or gravel, which would promote a slip and fall injury accident
• Liquid or oil spilled on the court making it overly slippery – sunscreen spilled on a court can cause a massive safety hazard
• Holes or ruts in the soil or ground surrounding the court
• Damage to any fences around the court, such as protruding wire, hardware, or boards
• Hazardous or overgrown plants that could be dangerous as you are running to make a play and step from the edge of the court
• Broken glass or other sharp objects that were dropped or thrown onto the court

Common Injuries Suffered At Tennis Courts And Pickleball Courts
Of course, there is always the possibility of a misstep that results in a twisted ankle or stumbling when you reach too far and getting a bit of court rash on a knee. However, the accidents that are more concerning are the ones caused by someone else’s negligence and lack of care for a sports court surface or its surroundings. These are the hazards that can cause tennis players and pickleball placers to suffer:

• Broken or fractured bones
• Dislocated joints or damage to the connective tissue of joints
• Soft tissue and nerve damage
• Puncture wounds or severe lacerations that could include damage to internal organs and internal bleeding
• Back, neck, or spinal cord damage
• Injuries to the delicate skin on the face or the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth
• Head injuries ranging from a severe concussion or skull fracture to a life-altering traumatic brain injury

What Premises Liability Means For Tennis Court And Pickleball Court Owners
Premises liability is a part of the legal system created to ensure the safety of guests on public and private properties. It defines the legal obligation of owners and their staff to properly construct and maintain any property to set safety standards. Duty of care describes the actions that must be taken by the owner or their staff if a safety hazard is discovered or reported to them by a guest.

It states that the staff must provide at least the same level of care as would be taken by the average prudent person when discovering a similar safety hazard. So, you can imagine how you would react to finding cracked concrete or other safety issues in a sports court on your property. You would immediately have the damage repaired or stop others from using the court until the problem could be corrected and the court was once again safe for play. That is also what is expected of the staff or owner of any tennis or pickleball court.

If they fail to promptly take the appropriate action, they can be deemed negligent in their duty of care. Furthermore, if that negligence was later found to have caused or contributed to a guest’s injuries, the court owner can be liable for the losses and expenses incurred by the victim due to their injuries. Please reach out to Normandie Law Firm today if you feel negligence was a factor in your tennis court or pickleball court injuries.

What Is The Average Value Of A Tennis Court Or Pickle Ball Court Injury Lawsuit?
It is vital for all personal injury victims to know that the value of each lawsuit compensation is independently determined based on the actual losses and expenses of the victim due to their injuries. There are no predetermined values for specific injuries or losses. So, you will work closely with your Normandie Law Firm legal team to compile all documentation for your allowable expenses, which often include but are not strictly limited to:

• The replacement cost of any personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the injury incident
• The cost of all legal services related to preparing, filing, and litigating your tennis court or pickleball court injury lawsuit
• All current and projected future medical costs associated with the treatment and rehabilitation of your accident injuries
• Your lost income if the injuries suffered at the pickleball court or tennis court prevented you from returning to work until you were fully healed or you missed work to attend essential medical treatment for those injuries

In cases where there are severe injuries and a lengthy recovery process, victims are permitted to seek added compensation for their pain and suffering. Because this is not a documented expense, your legal team at Normandie Law Firm will provide guidance in selecting a reasonable amount. They will refer to recently resolved cases with similar injuries and recovery processes to ensure that you are fully and fairly compensated for the pain and hardships caused by your injuries.

How Long Do I Have To File A Tennis Court Or Pickleball Court Accident Injury Lawsuit?
In most cases, the victim of injuries at a pickleball court or tennis court is given two years to file a claim with the court. The Statute of Limitations begins on the date of the injury and is strictly enforced. However, if the courts are owned by the city, state, federal government, or a government entity, that time limit drops to only six months from the date of the injury. It is also vital to know that there are very few exceptions to the time limit that would provide a victim with additional opportunity to file a lawsuit after the Statute of Limitations has expired.

Please do not hesitate to reach out to Normandie Law Firm today to discuss the facts of your case and how long it could take to prepare and file a lawsuit. Our team will work diligently on your behalf to ensure that you do not lose the ability to seek compensation for your losses because the Statute of Limitations has passed.

No Added Financial Stress Of Hardships
When you work with the skilled and caring team at Normandie Law Firm, you never need to worry about added stress caused by upfront legal fees. Our staff knows that as a personal injury victim, you are likely facing many monetary challenges and might not seek justice and compensation if you are required to make out-of-pocket payments to a law firm to begin working on your case.

Our payment policy is simple and client-friendly. We only get paid after the case is resolved, and you have the compensation needed to cover your legal costs and other expenses. This ensures that all personal injury victims have access to the expert legal services needed to secure any compensation owed to them. Finally, if the personal injury lawyers at Normandie Law Firm fail to win your case, you owe us nothing. That simple pledge demonstrates our dedication to putting the needs of our clients first in everything we do. It is also a testament to our confidence in our lawyers winning every case they handle.

Please reach out to Normandie Law Firm today to learn more about your rights as the victim of a personal injury and how the legal system is here to protect you from costly medical expenses and financial hardships caused by someone else’s negligence. Our experts are reachable 24/7 to ensure you get the help you need to navigate this stressful and challenging incident and find hope and peace of mind to completely recover.

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