Can I Sue A Homeowner For Injuries From Sitting In A Broken Chair In Their Home?

When you are visiting a friend or are a guest in someone’s home, the last thing you are likely to expect is to suffer a severe injury. If you were asked to think of the most hazardous places in the average home, you might mention a slip and fall injury in a shower or bathtub or falling down a flight of steps. But most people would never expect to suffer an injury when sitting in a chair. However, if you are sitting in a broken chair, you will likely suffer an injury.

If you have recently become the victim of a broken chair injury, you are sure to have many questions and concerns about who could be liable for the harm you suffered and whom to sue if you want to seek compensation for the losses and expenses incurred due to your broken chair injuries. The staff at Normandie Law Firm wants you to know that we are here 24/7 to answer your immediate questions and provide a free consultation with a personal injury lawyer to discuss your incident at length.

When you contact the dedicated staff at Normandie Law Firm, you are certain to be impressed by the level of compassion they offer and the exceptional legal guidance they provide. We know that getting answers to some of your basic worries and concerns can allow you to refocus your energy on healing. Our team is happy to help relieve your stress with accurate information and answers. In addition, we hope that you will take advantage of our offer for a free consultation with a seasoned broken chair injury lawyer to explore your options.

After gathering all the vital information, our broken chair injury lawyer will provide you with a complete evaluation of the legal merit of your claim and the ability to file a lawsuit to secure compensation for your losses and injuries. In some instances, the lawsuit will be focused on the manufacturer of the chair because it was defective. However, you will have grounds to sue the homeowner for your injuries in other cases. Please reach out to our staff at your earliest opportunity to learn more about your rights as the victim of a personal injury and how Normandie Law Firm will assist you in holding the responsible party accountable for the harm you have suffered.

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How Can A Chair Be Dangerous?
The list of possible issues with a chair is shockingly long. The size of the chair, its design, and the materials used to make it all have a significant impact on the injuries it can inflict due to failures that include:

• The leg or legs of a chair break, and you fall to the floor – taller chairs or stools can create a fall of several feet
• The backrest of a chair fails and you fall backwards from the chair
• The seat of the chair breaks, and you fall through it
• There is exposed hardware on the chair that injuries you
• The armrest of the chair breaks as you are sitting down or getting out of the chair, causing you to fall from it

Common Injuries Suffered Due To A Broken Chair
Unfortunately, a broken chair can cause many injuries that range from minor to very severe or even life-threatening. It is critical to know that the age and overall health of the victim can also impact how serious the injuries will be and how much they will alter the life of the victim in the immediate future and long term. The injuries most commonly occurring due to a broken chair are:

• Broken or fractured bones
• Damage to the neck, back, or spinal cord
• Head trauma ranging from a concussion or skull fracture to a traumatic brain injury
• Harm to delicate facial skin, the eyes, ears, nose, or mouth
• Lacerations or puncture wounds that can include damage to internal organs or internal bleeding
• Joint damage or joint dislocations

Sadly, where a chair breaks, the sharp pieces of wood or metal used to build the chair can become very hazardous. In chairs with springs and other support, the wire and other hardware can also cause severe damage if the victim falls on sharp pieces protruding from the chair. If you suffered any injuries due to a broken chair incident, please get in touch with Normandie Law Firm to learn more about who could be responsible for the harm you suffered.

Understanding When You Can Sue The Homeowner For A Broken Chair Injury
Premises liability is a crucial aspect of the legal system that protects guests at public or private properties. The guidelines ensure that the property owner provides care and maintenance to ensure the safety of others when on the property. Duty of care defines the level of care that the property owner or their staff must provide.

Duty of care requires property owners to provide at least the same level of care as would be shown by the average prudent person. For example, if the average person sees litter on the steps, they remove it to ensure that a guest does not slip and fall. That is also what is required by any property owner. If a property owner or their staff fail to meet their legal obligation under duty of care, they are deemed negligent in their duty of care. In addition, if that negligence is found to have caused or contributed to an injury accident, the property owner could be liable for the victim’s losses and expenses due to the injuries sustained.

If you are hurt because the homeowner knew the chair was broken and did not warn you, or they knew it was broken and failed to repair it, you could have grounds for a lawsuit against them. However, if it is determined that the chair was defective, the responsible party that you could sue will likely be the manufacturer of the defective chair. Please contact Normandie Law Firm today to discuss the facts of your broken chair injury incident and determine who is to blame for the harm you suffered.

How Much Is A Broken Chair Injury Lawsuit Worth?
The value of each lawsuit is independently calculated based on the actual losses and expenses incurred by the owner. There are no predetermined values for specific injuries. As the victim of a broken chair accident, you will work closely with your broken chair injury attorney to compile all allowable expenses used to determine the value of your lawsuit. Items that are typically included are:

Your lost income if the broken chair injuries prevent you from working until you are fully recovered or for lost income due to the time spent at medical appointments to treat the injuries suffered when the chair broke

• All current and estimated future medical costs related to the care of your injuries
• All expenses and fees related to preparing, filing, and litigating your broken chair injury lawsuit
• The replacement cost of any personal property damaged or destroyed in the injury incident
• If your injuries are severe and require an extended recovery period, it is possible to seek added compensation for pain and suffering. Because this amount is not documented, your broken chair injury lawyer will provide a fair amount to include based on recently resolved cases with similar facts and details to ensure you are fully compensated for your pain and suffering.

How Long Do I Have To Sue The Homeowner?
As the victim of a personal injury, you have two years from the date of the incident to file your lawsuit with the court. If the case is not filed by the time the second anniversary arrives, you will lose the right to seek compensation from the homeowner via a broken chair injury lawsuit. It is also vital to know that there are minimal exceptions to the time limit that would provide more time for you to file your claim. So, it is essential you contact Normandie Law Firm quickly to ensure you have adequate time to evaluate your options and file a broken chair lawsuit before the time limit has passed.

How Can I Afford To Hire Normandie Law Firm?
When you reach out to Normandie Law Firm, you will be pleased to confirm that we never charge any upfront fees to handle a lawsuit. Instead, our experts handle any case with legal merit and only get paid after it is completed, and our clients receive the compensation needed to cover their legal costs. This ensures all victims have access to exceptional legal care to secure the compensation they need and deserve.

In addition, if Normandie Law Firm fails to win your broken chair injury lawsuit, you owe us nothing for our time and investment in preparing your case. Please make the time today to contact our legal team to discuss the facts of your broken chair injury incident and how we can help you hold the responsible party accountable for your harm and losses. It is also critical to understand that even after your free consultation with a broken chair injury attorney, you are never obligated to hire Normandie Law Firm or sue the homeowner.

Our goal is only to ensure that all victims of personal injuries understand their rights and have the ability and information needed to make the best choices to meet their immediate and long-term needs. Our team is ready to help you move past this challenging time and restore the happy and productive life you enjoyed before your broken chair injuries.

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