Health and fitness are important goals for people of any age, and there is no shortage of gyms you can join in your quest for a better body. But some people want a more well-rounded experience, where they can enjoy a variety of amenities, including spa services, fitness camps, and even laundry and hotel services. The Bay Club offers such as experience, whether you are a working professional or a parent in need of recreational facilities for the whole family.
With almost two dozen locations in California, the Bay Club is clearly a popular choice among fitness enthusiasts. But high membership fees are not a guarantee that the property is free of conditions that can lead to an accident. Club members can also be injured from sexual assault, beatings, and other incidents due to a lack of security measures. Careless actions by employees are another common source of accidents, especially in the gym, spa, and dining areas.
If you or your family member was injured by an incident at the Bay Club, you may have grounds to seek monetary damages from the club owners. For more information on your rights and legal options, schedule a free case evaluation with a Bay Club accident injury attorney.
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Can I Sue the Bay Club if I had an Accident on Their Property?
Yes, you can file a lawsuit against the Bay Club for an accident if you were injured due to negligence or misconduct by the club owners or employees. Frankly, this is a common occurrence at recreational clubs, especially massive facilities with lots of different services, like golf courses, restaurants, spas, and group exercise areas. Staff members may be distracted for a number of reasons and cleaning / maintenance duties can slip through the cracks, but property owners still have a duty of care to the people on their premises.
Of course, a business cannot be expected to prevent every incident of injury on their property. And if someone hurts themselves from engaging in dangerous conduct, it’s unlikely that the club is liable for such an incident. However, there are many reasonable precautions that can be taken in order to keep people safe, like keeping the floors clean, making repairs, replacing worn items, posting warning signs and safety barriers, and making sure there is adequate security on the premises. These are examples of a fitness center of country club’s duty to the people they serve.
If negligence at a Bay Club location in Northern or Southern California caused you to have an accident, please take a moment to contact the attorneys of Normandie. We can represent you in a claim for any type of incident, including:
- Slip and fall
- Trip and fall
- Falling objects
- Collapsing ceiling / roof
- Drowning accident
- Assault and battery
- Sexual assault
- Auto accidents and other injuries in the parking lot
- Burn injuries
- Food poisoning / choking incidents from foreign object in food
Bay Club Locations in California
Upscale recreational clubs are extremely popular in California, so it comes as no surprise that the Bay Club is continuing to build more locations throughout the state. Unfortunately, businesses can lose sight of their responsibility to ensure a safe environment as they grow in size and profit. If dangerous conditions at one of the following Bay Club locations caused you to be injured, please give us a call.
- Manhattan Country Club, 1330 Parkview Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
- Bay Club El Segundo, 2250 Park Place, El Segundo, CA 90245
- Bay Club Santa Monica, 2425 Olympic Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404
- Bay Club Redondo Beach, 819 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
- Bay Club Carmel Valley, 12000 Carmel Country Road, San Diego, CA 92130
- Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, 15150 San Dieguito Road, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
- Bay Club Ross Valley, 235 Bon Air Road, Kentfield, CA 94904
- StoneTree Golf Club, 9 StoneTree Lane, Novato, CA 94945
- Bay Club Marin, 220 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera, CA 94925
- Bay Club Crow Canyon, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Danville, California 94526
- Bay Club Pleasanton, 7090 Johnson Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588
- Bay Club Fremont, 46650 Landing Parkway, Fremont, CA 94538
- Bay Club Walnut Creek, 2805 Jones Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
- Bay Club Santa Clara, 3250 Central Expressway, Santa Clara, CA 95051
- Bay Club San Francisco, 150 Greenwich Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
- Bay Club at the Gateway, 370 Drumm Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
- Bay Club Financial District, 555 California Street, San Francisco, CA 94104
- Bay Club South San Francisco Tennis & Pickleball, 501 Carter Street, Daly City, CA 94014
- Bay Club Redwood Shores, 200 Redwood Shores Parkway, Redwood City, CA 94065
- Bay Club Broadway Tennis & Pickleball, 60 Edwards Court, Burlingame, CA 94010
- Bay Club Courtside, 14675 S Winchester Boulevard, Los Gatos, CA 95032
- Boulder Ridge Golf Club, 1000 Old Quarry Rd, San Jose, CA 95123
Statute of Limitations for a Lawsuit
For most accidents at a country club or fitness center, the statute of limitations for a lawsuit is 2 years, starting from the time you are injured. But there is an exception for incidents of sexual assault, whether you are an adult or minor. As someone who is 18 years or older at the time of the assault, your time limit for a lawsuit is 10 years from the incident date. On the other hand, if you are under the age of 18, you have up until the age of 40 to file a lawsuit for child sexual assault.
Regardless of the deadline that applies to case, taking immediate action on a claim is the best way to protect your rights and obtain the necessary evidence to build a strong case. It’s important to note that the courts rarely allow extensions if you are past the statute of limitations for a civil lawsuit. Don’t miss your chance to sue the owners of Bay Club and receive compensation for your monetary losses. Contact our law firm and speak to a lawyer with experience in sports club accident injury cases.
How Much is the Average Settlement for a Bay Club Accident Claim?
The amount that an injury victim is entitled to is based on numerous factors that must be examined on an individual basis. At best, we can say that the majority of claims at our law firm are settled for around $10,000 to $2,500,000, though some people receive more due to the severity of their injuries. While the degree of injury plays the biggest role in settlement values, there are many other issues that we will need to discuss with you.
Ultimately, our goal is to bring you maximum payment for the harm you suffered, which may include lost wages, pain and suffering, and psychological damage, along with the medical expenses. To learn the potential value of your injury claim against the Bay Club, call us to schedule a free consultation.
How Long Does it Take to get Paid on these Cases?
The Bay Club is a major entity in California with a list of prominent clientele, so an accusation of negligence is clearly something they want to avoid. That’s why the club’s insurance company will make you a payment offer fairly soon into the claims process. Many people jump on the offer, as they wish to settle their case and move forward with their lives. But these initial amounts are generally inadequate, as they only cover the victim’s immediate medical costs and nothing else. But you may be entitled to lost income, property damage, emotional distress, and other damages under California law. That’s why it helps to hire a personal injury lawyer, who can negotiate a fair settlement on your behalf.
This process can take anywhere from several weeks to one or more years, based on the complications we will need to resolve. Most likely, we will reach a settlement with Bay Club’s insurance company, as less than 5% of all personal injury claims go to trial. Nevertheless, negotiating a favorable settlement can sometimes take 2 years or longer.
Legal Advice from a California Personal Injury Attorney
Many people aspire to join private membership facilities like the Bay Club due to their upscale equipment, beautiful golf courses, and fine dining spaces. As a member, you expect that club owners and staff will maintain the property and take reasonable measures to protect you from an accident. Sadly, that’s not always the case, which is why the law allows you to file a compensation claim if you were injured by someone else’s negligence.
Normandie Law Firm is with you every step of the way, starting from a free initial case review to learn about your rights and legal options. In the event you have an existing claim, we are happy to offer you a free second opinion on your case. Either way, you pay nothing out of pocket if you choose to proceed with a personal injury lawsuit. Legal fees are charged to the defendant and paid to us as a part of your settlement award. And if you don’t receive payment from a successful accident claim, neither do we.
To speak to a Bay Club Sports and Fitness accident attorney, contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm.
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