The Honda Center, formerly known as the Arrowhead Pond of Anaheim, is the official home of the Anaheim Ducks. While it’s best known among hockey fans, movie buffs recognize the stadium as the site of the Junior Goodwill Games from the 1994 film, D2: The Mighty Ducks. The Honda Center has also been used for concerts, Pro wrestling and MMA events, and is set to host the 2028 Summer Olympics volleyball games. With seating capacity for over 18,000 people, there is clearly an increased chance for accidents. Arena owners and operators are responsible for maintaining their premises and ensuring that all hazards are fixed or removed before someone gets hurt. Otherwise, they can be sued if there is an accident that causes harm to any guests and visitors.
If you or your loved one sustained injuries while visiting the Honda Center at Anaheim, contact us right away to learn about your rights and legal options. Our lawyers are here for you no matter what type of accident you’ve suffered. We will take immediate action on your case and fight tirelessly to recover your damages.
Accidents at the Honda Center
The possibility of an accident at a hockey arena is extremely high, and owners have a heightened duty of care to prevent these situations as much as possible. The following are the most common accidents that can cause injury to visitors at the Honda Center:
Slip and fall / trip and fall
Fall-related accidents are the most common source of injury at these places. Many things can end up on the ground, between the aisles, or in the bathrooms at a live event, which can cause people to slip or trip. Staff must be vigilant at all times for spills, debris, loose wires, broken pavement, unstable handrails, poor lighting, and other hazards that can cause someone to fall.
Assault and battery
Fights among sports fans may seem comical in movies, but these incidents can lead to severe injuries, including death. People are already amped when they arrive for a game, so adding alcohol to the mix can easily lead to a physical altercation. Criminals may also be on the prowl, especially at nighttime, leaving guests vulnerable to beatings and muggings. Poor security measures, like inadequate staffing, defective locks, and lack of security cameras are the number one reason for assault and battery incidents at a sports arena.
Sexual assault
Lack of security can also be a contributing factor in sexual assaults, which occur at disturbing rates in major stadiums like the Honda Center. These assaults often take place in dark, secluded areas or in public bathrooms. However, out of control behavior during a concert or game can lead to sexual abuse within the seating areas.
Falling objects
Items falling from the walls and ceilings of sports stadiums cause serious injury depending on their size and weight. Death is a very real possibility with these accidents, though survivors can still end up with brain damage, disfigurement, and other lifelong injuries. People can also be harmed by objects that are thrown from the stands, like rocks, alcohol bottles, and even cell phones.
Concert accidents
As we’ve all witnessed from tragedies like the Astroworld music festival, fatalities and devastating injuries are likely to occur when proper safety measures are not taken during a concert. Crushing, suffocation, trampling, heat exhaustion, and fights among fans are all possibilities at a concert, and fault for these incidents may lie with the concert promoter, the venue owner, or an outside security firm.
Parking lot accidents
People tend to overdrink at sports events and concerts, and that can certainly contribute to car crashes and other parking lot accidents. But accidents can also be attributed to potholes, snow and ice, poor lighting, and a number of other conditions that should have been resolved by the property owner.
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Potential Injuries from a Honda Center Accident
The list of injuries you can suffer from a Honda Center accident is entirely too long for us to mention all of them here. But there’s no denying the severity of harm that can befall you, which include:
- Concussion
- Brain damage (traumatic brain injury)
- Broken bones
- Hip fracture
- Knee injury
- Ankle / wrist fracture
- Soft tissues injuries
- Deep lacerations
- Dental damage (chipped or missing teeth)
- Loss of the senses (hearing, vision, taste or smell)
- Punctured or ruptured organs
- Permanent scarring
- Whiplash
- Spinal cord damage
- Loss of function / paralysis
- Coma
- Death
If you were injured at a Anaheim Ducks game or another live event at the Honda Center, please get to a hospital right away. Many people brush off these incidents as a natural part of the sports or concert experience. But that can lead to long-term complications that may cause you suffering for the rest of your life. In addition to medical treatment, contact our office to speak with a Honda Center injury attorney.
You may have grounds to sue the stadium or another entity for your accident, but you must act quickly to claim the compensation you deserve.
Your Right to a Lawsuit against the Honda Center
As an accident victim, there are many questions you need answers to, including, “Can I sue the Honda Center if I was injured on their property?”
Yes, you can sue the arena if your accident was caused an act of negligence, meaning the owners or their employees failed to resolve a dangerous condition that they knew about or should have known about. For example, let’s say you slipped and fell due to a leaking pipe in the bathroom. If the bathrooms were inspected on a regular basis, it’s more than likely that the leaking sink would have been noticed. Immediate repairs may not be feasible, but in that case, there should be warning signs to keep visitors away from the area. If none of these precautions were taken, you may have grounds to sue the Honda Center based on the negligence of their employees.
Keep in mind that this is a simplistic example of liability for a Honda Center accident. Things are more complicated if an outside company, like a vendor or security firm, was lax in their duty of care. While the incident occurred at the arena, the party you will need to sue may be a third party company, which is not uncommon in cases of sexual assault and assault and battery. There are many other complexities that may need to be examined before we can determine who is responsible for your injuries. Regardless of who you are suing, there are various forms of compensation that you can recover. Here are the possible damages from a personal injury claim against the Honda Center:
- Cost of medical treatments
- Lost wages for time missed from work
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Property damage
- Attorney’s fees
- Punitive damages
Our lawyers can also represent you in a wrongful death lawsuit if you lost a loved one to an accident at the Honda Center. This legal action compensates surviving family members for the financial and emotional losses that are left behind by the decedent. These losses include:
- Funeral expenses
- Medical expenses associated with the accident
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of consortium
- Loss of expected savings / benefits
- Legal fees
During a free case review, our attorneys will go over each of these damages to ensure that you are fully aware of your legal rights. Please give us a call to learn about the legal options that are available to you.
Statute of Limitations for a Honda Center Injury Claim
Even if you’re entitled to compensation from the Honda Center, you must ensure that your lawsuit is filed in a timely manner. Otherwise, you can lose your right to sue the responsible parties, even if you have solid proof of their negligence or misconduct. Most personal injury lawsuits have a two year statute of limitations, which means you have two years from the date of your accident (or the date of your loved one’s death) to pursue an accident claim. But the statute of limitations may be longer or shorter, depending on the type of accident and the party you are suing. That’s why it’s essential to reach out to an attorney who can verify the statute of limitations for your case. Call Normandie Law Firm to start an injury claim with one of our legal experts.
How much can I Receive from a Lawsuit?
In just about every consultation we have with a client, we are asked, “What is the average case value for a lawsuit against the Honda Center?” There’s no definitive way to answer this question, since there are many circumstances that are unique to each case. On the lower end, we’ve settled claims for $25,000 to $75,000. Moderate injury cases may be worth around $150,000 to over $300,000. But we’ve also recovered $1 million to several million dollars for clients with severe health complications and/or emotional trauma. What you can receive from a Honda Center accident depends on various factors, which we can discuss with you during a free case evaluation.
How long does it take to get Paid on these Cases?
Settling your case and bringing you the payment you’ve been waiting on is our first and foremost priority. Our goal is to recover your damages within the first 6 to 8 months, though some cases are settled in as little as 30 days. But case timelines generally increase based on the severity of your injuries. For claims involving long-term health issues like nerve damage, traumatic brain injury, or disability, settling a case may require 12 to 18 months. If there are extensive complications that necessitate the filing of a lawsuit, two or more years may be required to achieve a favorable outcome in your case.
Free Second Opinion
Do you have a pending injury claim with another law firm, but feel like your case is going nowhere? Inaction or ineptitude by an attorney can hurt your chances for a fair settlement award, but it’s hard to know what you should do if you find yourself in this situation. Our attorneys can help with a free second opinion on any questions or concerns you have about your claim. Sometimes, switching your lawyer may be the best course of action to secure the results you want. But this is not always the case, which is why it’s important to seek a second opinion from an experienced attorney. There’s no risk to you for speaking with us, as our second opinions are 100% free. Contact us today and schedule a second opinion consultation.
Free Legal Services for Accident Victims
Whether you’ve been injured or lost a loved one to an accident, succeeding in a lawsuit against a major venue can be an uphill battle. Strong and aggressive legal representation is essential in these cases, but you may be concerned about the cost of hiring a law firm. Our expenses are not your responsibility, since we operate under a Zero fee guarantee. That means we bill the Honda Center for your legal fees, which we only receive by winning your case.
Contact Normandie Law Firm and speak to a lawyer experienced in sports arena accident cases.
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