Marijuana used to be associated with criminal activities and people with undesirable reputations, but this attitude has changed greatly in the last few decades. Nowadays, many people support the legalization of cannabis for medicinal and recreational use. Furthermore, there are many people of all ages and backgrounds, who seem to be greatly helped by products containing marijuana.
California is one of the states at the forefront of changing attitudes toward pot, edibles, weed pens, and other cannabis-related items. That’s why companies like STIIIZY have taken off in popularity, with over 30 locations, mostly in Northern and Southern California. STIIIZY locations are essentially mega stores that promote “cannabis culture,” and their clientele include college students, the elderly, skaters, veterans, and many others.
The service and product selection at these locations is what keeps customers coming back. But owners and employees at a store also have a duty to ensure that the premises are free of dangerous conditions. Employees must also use good judgment in how they deal with guests and visitors and refrain from using physical violence without legal justification. If neglect or careless actions lead to someone being harmed at a store, the owner may be sued for monetary compensation by the victim or their family members.
A STIIIZY store accident injury lawyer can help you obtain justice under California law. Contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm to schedule a free case evaluation.
Liability for Injuries to Customers at a Store
In itself, the fact that you had an accident at a STIIIZY dispensary is not enough to qualify you for a lawsuit. What matters is whether you were injured from an act of negligence, either by the store owner or their employees.
Negligence can be exemplified in many ways, but overall, it refers to a legal obligation that you have to prevent bodily harm and property damage to others. For example, you would refrain from drinking and driving, which increases the risk of injuring someone in a car accident. You also turn on your headlights when it’s dark to prevent others from colliding into you while they’re on the road.
Using this logic, there are many precautions that store owners have to take in order to ensure that their guests are safe. These include removing hazards that can injure people, having adequate security throughout the property, and conducting thorough background checks on prospective employees. When a store is lax in their duty of care to the public, there is an increased risk of the following accidents:
- Trip and fall
- Slip and fall
- Burn injury
- Objects falling from shelves, walls, and ceilings
- Assault and battery
- Sexual assault
- Parking lot incidents
If you or someone you know ended up with injuries at a cannabis dispensary, you may be entitled to monetary compensation from a premises liability lawsuit. The first step is to contact us at our office and schedule a time to discuss your case with one of our attorneys.
Injury Cases by Defective Product at a STIIIZY Store
Aside from premises liability claims, those who are injured at a STIIZY store may have the right to seek damages from a product liability lawsuit. Perhaps you were injured by a cannabis pod, battery, or a vape pen sold at STIIIZY due to a defect with the product. In this situation, it may be the manufacturer or marketer of the item that’s responsible for your injuries.
This is a very different type of lawsuit compared to a premises liability case, and you will need an experienced attorney to help you build a strong claim against the manufacturer. For advice and guidance from a lawyer with experience in defective product injuries, please give us a call.
What is the Deadline to Sue for an Accident at a Store?
If you are eligible for a slip and fall, assault and battery, or any other type of personal injury claim against STIIIZY, you have 2 years to initiate a claim for monetary damages. The statute of limitations for a personal injury lawsuit begins on the date of the accident. But there are cases where an injury takes time to develop, and as a result, the date of discovering an injury can also be used to determine your deadline for a lawsuit.
The key is to speak with an attorney, who can help you gather evidence and file the necessary paperwork. It’s important to make sure this is done in a timely manner, as you are unlikely to qualify for an extension if you are past the 2-year mark. Normandie Law Firm is here for you 24/7, so contact us if you have been injured at a marijuana dispensary location.
Average Settlement Amount for a Store Accident Injury Claim
We want to stress that each case is unique, with a variety of factors that play a role in a client’s settlement value. Though people are curious to know what these cases are worth on average, compensation amounts vary significantly from one lawsuit to another. How much an injury victim is entitled to is based on the resulting injuries, their long-term effect on the person’s life, and many other issues. On the lower end, settlement values can range from $10,000 to $50,000, while claims with serious injuries may be worth $250,000 to $3,000,000 and above.
At the end of the day, a consultation with a STIIIZY store accident injury lawyer is the best way to determine how much you can receive from a lawsuit.
Settling a Store Accident Injury Case – How Long Does it Take?
The process of reaching a settlement for a personal injury claim can take anywhere from a few weeks to several years. We would say that the majority of clients at our law firm receive payment within 6 to 10 months, though some cases are settled within 30 days. On the other hand, there are exceptionally complicated lawsuits, where going to trial may be the only option. Granted, there is still a good chance of settling your case before the scheduled date for a trial. But it may take 2 years or longer to negotiate a settlement award, based on the complications that need to be resolved.
No Upfront Costs for Injury Victims
Accidents are expensive to recover from, but you shouldn’t have to take on that burden if someone else is responsible for the incident. The law allows you to recover monetary damages if negligence by a business owner or their employees caused you bodily harm. But it’s difficult to succeed in a claim for compensation without help from an experienced personal injury attorney.
Our goal is to ease your burden as much as possible, which includes providing you with a Zero Fee Guarantee from the very first consultation. That means you are responsible for $0 in legal fees when you hire an attorney at our law firm. All legal fees are recovered from the business you are suing and paid to us as a part of your settlement. And if you don’t receive compensation from a STIIIZY store accident claim, neither do we.
Our attorneys offer free initial case reviews if you have yet to file an injury claim against the store. If, on the other hand, you have a case that’s already in the works and need counsel from another attorney, we are happy to meet with you for a free second opinion.
Please contact us for legal advice if you sustained injuries while you were at one of the STIIIZY cannabis dispensary locations listed below:
- 3009 S Dogwood Rd, El Centro, CA 92243
- 2343 N Oxnard Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93036
- 2710 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 1181 S E St, San Bernardino, CA 92408
- 72180 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
- 2560 High Point Pkwy, Ste A-2 and A-3, Barstow CA 92311
- 11071 San Fernando Rd, Pacoima, CA 91331
- 1026 W Pacific Coast Highway, Wilmington, CA 90744
- 1570 Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90006
- 1605 W Holt Ave, Pomona, CA 91768
- 36330 Hidden Springs Rd, #B&C, Wildomar, CA 92595
- 415 La Tortuga Dr, Vista, CA 92081
- 390 N H Street, San Bernardino, CA 92410
- 14070 Perris Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92553
- 5434 Mission Blvd, Jurupa Valley, CA 92509
- 728 E Commercial St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
- 2040 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
- 61 Cambon Dr, San Francisco, CA 94132
- 10764 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
- 518 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA 93063
- 3175 Range Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
- 5753 Pacheco Blvd, Pacheco, CA 94553
- 160 E. N St, Benicia, CA 94510
- 3170 Del Monte Blvd, Marina, CA 93933
- 521 Railroad Ave, Suisun City, CA 94585
- 180 O’Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
- 3326 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
- 1528 Webster St, Alameda, CA 94501
- 965 Olive Drive, Davis, CA 95616
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