Founded by Ellen Latham, David Long, and Jerome Kern in 2010, Orangetheory Fitness is the successor to Latham’s Pilates studio, “Ellen’s Ultimate Workout.” The first location was established in Florida, but the company quickly expanded to include 1,500 studios in all U.S. States, as well as 24 countries. With over one million members, there’s no denying that Orangetheory is one of the most popular fitness centers for those who love an intense, exciting workout that combines cardio, rowing, and strength training.
When you head into a gym, you expect that you’ll be tired and possibly sore, but energized from having done something great for your health. But what happens if a workout is ruined by an unexpected accident? Of course, injuries are not uncommon when you are exercising, especially if you’re not used to working out. But accidents like slip and falls, trips and falls, and assault and battery may be the fault of gym owners or employees, who have failed to take reasonable cleaning and safety measures. Lack of security can also lead to parking lot assaults and physical altercations on the property.
Under California law, property owners are expected to keep their property in a reasonably safe condition. If there are precautions they could have taken to prevent an accident on their property, they may be sued for monetary compensation by the injured party. If negligence or employee misconduct at an Orangetheory Fitness studio caused you harm and suffering, call Normandie Law Firm to learn about your rights and legal options.
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Can I Sue Orangetheory Fitness Studio for my Injuries?
We mentioned before that injuries are a part of working out to some degree, and as a result, not every accident will qualify you for an accident claim with Orangetheory Fitness Studio. The key is whether the studio owner failed in their duty of care to you while you were on the premises. Typically, this is done by neglecting to resolve hazards that are likely to cause injury, like cleaning up water on the floor and making sure high-traffic areas are free of things people can trip over.
Security is another critical issue when it comes to keeping others safe on your property. This is true whether you are a homeowner or a corporate entity, but there is a higher standard of care for business owners, due to the number of people that may be on the premises. This increases the likelihood of an accident, and therefore, additional precautions must be taken, like installation of surveillance cameras in the parking lot.
In addition, business owners are responsible for injuries caused by their employees, either through neglect or deliberate misconduct. As we mentioned, Orangetheory co-founder Ellen Latham was a well-known Pilates instructor, who began her career in 1996. Pilates is one of the core influences at Orangtheory, and some of their instructors offer private one-on-one classes. Unfortunately, there may be incidents where members are sexually assaulted by Pilates instructors, and this is another instance where the victim may be entailed to monetary compensation from Orangetheory Fitness.
For more information on your right to sue for a gym or fitness studio accident, contact us to speak with an Orangetheory Fitness studio gym accident injury lawyer.
Settlement Value of an Accident Claim against Orangetheory Fitness
We understand how important it is to have a sense of what your lawsuit is worth when you are in need of compensation due to someone else’s negligence. To determine the value of your case against Orangetheory Fitness, we would have to discuss many details that are specific to your accident. In addition, we will need to understand the extent of your injuries and the effect they will have on your life. When all is said and done, case values can range from $15,000 to $2,500,000 or more, based on your level of physical and/or emotional harm.
One thing we know from experience is the importance of legal representation when you are seeking maximum payment from an injury claim. Victims that are represented by a personal injury lawyer typically receive three times as much as claimants that represent themselves. No matter how you decide to proceed with your case, you have nothing to lose by scheduling a free consultation with a member of our legal team.
How Much Time Do I have to File a Lawsuit?
As a general rule, California’s statute of limitations for a personal injury lawsuit is 2 years. The clock starts ticking from the day you are injured, so don’t wait to seek legal advice from an attorney if you had an accident due to unsafe conditions at Orangetheory Fitness.
One notable exception is for injuries caused by sexual assault, which include emotional trauma and mental health issues. For a sexual assault lawsuit, the statute of limitations is 10 years, which is a generous amount of time to pursue a legal case. However, sex abuse claims are incredibly complicated, as they require extensive investigation and evidence. To ensure that you have the best possible chance of succeeding in a sexual assault lawsuit, contact us immediately and schedule a free case review.
What is the Average Amount of Time to Settle these Cases?
How long it will take to settle a gym accident injury claim depends on the other side’s willingness to admit fault and negotiate with us in good faith. Keep in mind that it can take up to several weeks for an insurance company to respond to our demands, as they have many other cases they are handling at the same time. Thus, it takes anywhere from 4 to 10 months to reach a settlement with these cases. If further action is needed, like filing a lawsuit and seeking intervention from the court system, recovering your settlement can take around 2 or more years.
Can I Get a Second Opinion on an Existing Case?
Yes, if you already have a claim or lawsuit against Oragentheory Fitness, we are happy to offer you a free second opinion consultation. It’s not usual to have doubts about your case and whether it’s headed in the right direction. A second opinion at our law firm can put your fears to rest or bring your attention to issues that can have a negative impact on your case. To schedule a second opinion, contact our office as soon as possible.
Zero Fee Guarantee for All Injury Victims
We don’t think it’s right that victims should have to choose between justice and making ends meet. That’s why we are a contingency-based law firm, where all legal expenses are paid for by the negligent party. In essence, we collect our payment once you receive your settlement check. If we don’t recover your payment from an injury claim, you owe us nothing for any of our services. This is known as the Zero Fee Guarantee here at Normandie Law firm, which you can take advantage of by contacting us today.
Of course, we don’t expect you to take a chance on us without learning more about who we are and how we can assist you. With that in mind, we would like to offer you a free consultation or free second opinion with an experienced fitness studio injury attorney. Simply give us a call anytime, day or night, to receive guidance on your rights and legal options if you were injured at an Orangetheory Fitness studio.
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