Injured while Attending a Job Fair – Can I Sue?

Job fairs are events where companies can connect with applicants that are in need of employment. Nowadays, job fairs can be held online, but many employers still prefer in-person events where they can talk to the applicant in person. Some of these events include 100 or more employers, and they are held in large spaces like hotels and convention centers. Others are small, invitation only events that are targeted to a specific group of people.

Job fairs that are held at public places require a lot of work to set up and manage, and various parties are responsible for the success of the event. Unfortunately, some job fairs result in accidents where someone is injured, and this brings us to an important question: What are my rights if I have an accident during a job fair?

This is where a job fair injury attorney can be of help, so please contact our law firm as soon as possible. We can provide information on how to file a claim for injury at a job fair and fight to secure the highest possible settlement on your behalf.

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Possible Causes of Injury at a Job Fair

Places that host job fairs must be clean and well-maintained before and during the event. Unfortunately, neglect by property owners is very common, even at large hotels that regularly host weddings, convention, and important events. When there is a failure to exercise reasonable care, people can be injured at a job fair in the following ways:

• Fall-related incidents – slip and fall or trip and fall
• Falling object accidents
• Structural collapse (collapsing ceiling or roof)
• Parking lot accidents (including pedestrians being hit by cars)
• Assault and battery
• Sexual assault

Suing for an Accident at a Job Fair

Knowing who to sue when you are injured at a job fair can be quite challenging, as there are various entities that participate in setting up and running of these events. Clearly, there’s the owner of the venue, which can be a small, community space or a massive ballroom at a hotel. But there may be a private event planning company that is in charge of the event, including precautionary measures to keep people safe. Sometimes, it’s one or more employers that host the event, and that means they are responsible to some degree if there is a hazard on site that causes harm to others.

As you can see, there is more than one party that can be liable for accidents or assault and battery at a job fair. Thus, it’s important to figure out the source of your injury and who is responsible for taking care of issues like mopping up water from the floor, ensuring that cords and wires are properly secured, and providing security during the event. Doing so requires a thorough investigation and gathering evidence like camera footage and expert testimony, which is why you should contact our law firm immediately.

What are these Cases Worth on Average?

Due to the many accidents that can happen at a job fair, there is no way to come up with a singular payment amount that is appropriate for every claim. Settlements can range from $15,000 to over $3,000,000 based on factors, such as:

• The number of injuries and their impact on your physical and emotional health
• Direct monetary losses resulting from the accident, like medical bills and lost wages
• Whether you are entitled to non-economic damages (pain and suffering, for example)
• The negligent act or willful misconduct that caused your injuries

These are just some of the issues that are involved when it comes to figuring out what each victim deserves from an injury claim. It’s also worth noting that case values may be higher if you have a claim against more than one entity (the property owner and the event planning company, for example). Since there are so many variables we need to look at, there is no way to determine an accurate case value without knowing the details of your case. For a free case review with a member of our legal team, please reach out to us at your earliest convenience.

Make Sure to File Your Claim on Time

As with any other state, California imposes a strict deadline on how long you have to sue for injuries caused by someone else. Normally, this time period is 2 years of whenever the injury occurred. So, each day that passes after your accident puts you one step closer to exceeding the statute of limitations for a personal injury claim. Please be sure to contact our law firm and talk to a lawyer who can sue for accidents caused by negligence or misconduct at a job fair. That way, your claim against the property owner, job fair organizers, etc., is filed on time, and you are one step closer to receiving the funds you deserve by law.

Free Legal Services

Burdening you with the cost of legal fees is the last thing we want to do here at Normandie Law Firm. Frankly, all the costs associated with your lawsuit should be covered by the people that caused you harm and suffering. That’s why we accept all cases on contingency, meaning we only get paid by winning your case and receiving a percentage of your settlement check. Plus, you have a Zero Fee Guarantee from us, so we charge you $0 if we don’t recover your payment.

For a free consultation with a job fair injury lawsuit attorney, contact the offices of Normandie Law Firm.