With more car wash and detailing locations than any other state, it is not shocking to learn that car wash accident injuries are relatively common in California. But what you might not expect is that these incidents can result in very significant injuries with life-altering impacts on the victims and their loved ones. If you or a family member have recently suffered a car wash accident injury, you are sure to have discovered how these injuries have had a ripple effect in all aspects of your life. The added stress of lost income, medical expenses piling up, and pain all take their toll. So you are now beginning to worry and wonder how you will get the justice you deserve and what the average car wash accident injury lawsuit is worth.
The seasoned legal team at Normandie Law Firm is ready to answer this and any other questions you might have when contacting our office. Staff members are available to assist you 24/7 to ensure you have the reliable and helpful information needed to make well-informed choices about a car wash accident injury lawsuit and other options that could significantly impact your financial future. However, you should also be aware that there are many different facets of a car wash accident injury lawsuit that you need to understand and evaluate before you decide if this is or is not the best solution for your immediate and long-term needs.
Our staff hopes you will take advantage of our offer to attend a free consultation with a skilled Normandie Law Firm car wash accident injury lawyer. You will discuss all the facts and details of your injury incident and the harm you suffered before our expert provides a professional evaluation of the legal merit of your claim. If you have grounds for a lawsuit, they will explain the process and help you decide if this option is available. However, the final choice is always up to you. You are never obligated to hire Normandie Law Firm or pursue legal action. We ask that you contact our office as soon as possible after your injuries to ensure you are familiar with the time limit to file your claim should you seek justice via a car wash accident injury lawsuit. Please take action today by contacting Normandie Law Firm.
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What Is The Statute Of Limitations For My Car Wash Accident Injury Lawsuit?
The Statute of Limitations is the law that defines how long a victim will have to file a lawsuit in cases where they were harmed or suffered losses due to someone else’s actions. A time limit applies in all lawsuits. However, the amount of time given will vary based on the legal matter. It is also critical to know that once the time limit expires, the victim loses the right to seek compensation for damages from that event forever.
In cases involving personal injuries suffered in a car wash accident, the victim is given years from their injuries to have their case prepared and filed with the court. It is also wise to know that the sooner you consult with an attorney at Normandie Law Firm, the more swiftly your case will be completed. Many victims wait for a few months before getting legal guidance, only to learn that it is now much more difficult to locate witnesses and secure video footage that could help document their injuries and events that caused them. So, even if you are unsure you will take legal action, contact Normandie Law Firm as soon as you can after a car wash accident injury to discuss the facts of the incident and learn more about the time limit to file your claim and other considerations that could impact your decision or ability to secure the compensation you are owed.
When Can I Sue For Car Wash Accident Injuries?
Not every person who suffers an injury at a car wash has the ability to sue the business owner. In some cases, the accident was due to the guest using the equipment incorrectly or inappropriately. So victims need to understand that they can only sue the car wash owner if they or their staff failed to meet their obligations under duty of care.
Duty of care is part of premises liability law that is in place to protect guests or customers to a property. Property owners and their agents are required to provide a minimum level of service and care to ensure the facility is safe for others. The expectation is that they deliver the same care as the average prudent person would provide. Common sense tasks like mopping up spills or repairing safety hazards like a damaged step fall into this category.
If this level of care is not provided, the staff is in breach of duty of care and can be considered negligent in their duty of care. In addition, if that negligence is found to have contributed to or caused someone to suffer an injury, then the property owner is liable for the harm or losses suffered by the victim. If you believe that your car wash accident injuries are the result of negligence on the part of the car wash staff, don’t hesitate to get in touch with Normandie Law Firm today to discuss the facts of your case and learn more about your ability to sue the car wash owner for the compensation you deserve.
Common Car Wash Accident Injuries
Due to the many potential hazards in a car wash, it is likely that the victim of an accident in one of these locations will suffer severe harm. Hard surfaces, sharp corners and edges, and many hoses and water lines can lead to many accidents with serious injuries that include:
- Severe lacerations, amputations, or soft tissue injuries
- Head, neck, or spinal cord damage
- Broken, fractured, or shattered bones
- Damage to the soft connective tissue of joints or complete joint dislocations
- Damage to internal organs or internal bleeding
- Facial injuries to the nose, eyes, ears, mouth, or teeth
If you suffer even a slip or trip and fall that you think did not cause any injuries, it is vital you seek a complete medical evaluation to confirm you are uninjured or to document and treat any injuries that are discovered. It is not uncommon for the pain to be masked by the adrenaline of the incident and only become apparent after the harm has worsened because it was not immediately treated.
How The Value Of A Car Wash Accident Injury Is Determined
Knowing there are no predetermined values for specific injuries you might have sustained at a car wash is critical. In addition, that makes it very difficult to provide an average value for a car wash injury. Some victims will suffer severe harm, while others might only deal with scrapes or bruises. Case values can range from $10K to $25K for less severe injuries. However, in cases of life-altering damage, the victim could seek and secure $1M or more in compensation.
You will learn that your Normandie Law Firm legal team will work closely with you to compile all the expenses and losses you can include in your car wash accident injury lawsuit to ensure you are fully and fairly compensated. The common items contained in your compensation amount will be:
- All medical expenses related to the injuries suffered at the car wash, including any mental healthcare for the stress and trauma of the incident
- Your lost income if the injuries prevent you from working at your normal job until you are fully recovered or if you miss work for medical appointments
- The replacement value of any personal property damaged or destroyed in the incident
- All legal fees associated with the preparation, filing, and litigating of your lawsuit
In cases with severe injuries or lengthy recovery times, it is also possible to seek compensation for the victim’s pain and suffering. Because this is not a documented amount, your Normandie Law Firm legal experts will help you determine a fair and reasonable amount based on previous cases completed with similar injuries or recovery processes.
No Upfront Legal Fees Or Expenses At Normandie Law Firm
When you hire Normandie Law Firm to handle your car wash accident injury lawsuit, you never need to worry about how you will pay for your legal services and representation. Our team never asks for any upfront payments. Instead, we wait until the case is completed and you have the compensation that includes money to cover all your legal costs and expenses. We hope this eliminates some of your stress and financial hardships. In addition, if we fail to win your car wash accident injury lawsuit, you owe us nothing for our time or investment in your case. We are so confident that we will get you the compensation you deserve and that we are willing to work for free if we fail.
Please be sure to make the time today to contact Normandie Law Firm to discuss the facts of your car wash accident injury lawsuit and how our dedicated and caring staff will work diligently to secure the justice and compensation that is owed to you. But please do not wait to make this call, even if you are still unsure about filing a car wash injury lawsuit. Your consultation is always free, and there is never any obligation to hire Normandie Law Firm or sue the car wash. We only want to ensure you understand your options and the time limit to take legal action.
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