PPG Paints Store Injury Accident Lawyers

PPG Paints is a company that manufactures a wide variety of paints, stains, adhesives, and sealants for residential and commercial needs. Their products are sold in the United States and Canada, and the company has worked on many famous structures, including Allegiant Stadium and the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. In October 2016, they purchased the naming rights to the Consol Energy Center (home of the Pittsburgh Penguins), which is currently known as the PPG Paints Arena.

For the most part, the company sells their products through Home Depot and select independent retailers. However, they do have their own store locations at the following addresses:

• 127 W Shaw Ave, Clovis, CA 93612
• 6679 North Blackstone Avenue, Fresno, CA 93710
• 2010 East Mineral King, Visalia, CA 93292
• 1628 Howard Rd Ste 102, Madera, CA 93637
• 3000 Brundage Lane, Bakersfield, CA 93304
• 1447 Coldwell Avenue, Modesto, CA 95350
• 2504 Monte Diablo Avenue, Stockton, CA 95203
• 721 South Miller Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454
• 1090 South Bascom, San Jose, CA 95128

Were you injured at one of the PPG Paints stores listed above due to unsafe conditions on the premises? Were you assaulted by an employee, another customer, or someone that shouldn’t have been on the property due to lack of security measures? If so, please take some time to speak with a PPG Paints store accident injury attorney at our office. Our law firm has been fighting for the rights of accident victims for many years, and we are more than ready to bring you the compensation you deserve.

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Possible Accidents at PPG Paint Store Locations

Picking out a perfect shade of paint shouldn’t result in an accident, but this is a common occurrence at home improvement stores, due to issues like inadequate security and failure to maintain the premises. Common accidents that can injure people at PPG Paints include:

Trip and fall

Ttools, paint cans, step stools, garbage from customers, loose cables and cords, and many other objects can cause people to trip and fall down in the store. Trip and fall hazards can also exist in outdoor areas, like the parking lot and sidewalks. This can be from weather conditions, debris from overflowing dumpsters, and broken concrete.

Slip and fall

Spills from paint, water, and other slippery substances are the most common source of slip and fall accidents at a store. But there are many other hazards that can cause people to hurt themselves from a slip and fall. These include lack of traction on rugs / carpets, poor lighting, uneven flooring, and failure to use Wet Floor signs.

Falling objects

Improperly stacked or overflowing shelves can be the source of a falling object accident at many stores. But things can also fall from walls and ceilings if they are properly installed / secured. Even things that are supposed to be on the floor, like step ladders, can fall over and hit someone in the head or other parts of the body. These accidents have the potential to cause devastating injuries, like brain damage and spinal cord injury.

Assault and battery

Beatings, muggings, sexual assault, and many other cases of assault and battery can happen inside or outside a store. These acts may be committed by employees, but many cases are due to loiters on the premises. These people may be waiting in the parking lot, behind dumpsters, and other areas where they can ambush someone. Surveillance cameras, warning signs, reporting loiters to the police and other security measures can help to prevent incidents of assault and battery.

Suing for an Accident at a PPG Paint Store

In order to seek monetary compensation from a business owner, you must show that they were negligent in their duty of care to you as someone with a valid reason to be on the premises. What constitutes as negligence is based on the concept of premises liability. This is a legal term that has to do with an owner’s responsibility to keep their property in a reasonably safe condition. At a store, for example, the floors should be free of things that people can trip over. Certain areas of the property should have bright lighting so that customers have a clear view of what’s in front of them. Employees should also be thoroughly screened before they are hired to ensure that they do not have a history of violence or criminal behavior.

We specifically mention employees, who are usually the ones in charge of cleaning and maintaining the store, and working directly with customers. As a result, much of the careless or dangerous behavior that leads to an accident can be traced to one of the workers. Nevertheless, employers can be sued for the conduct of their employees under the legal principle of vicarious liability. That’s why it’s important to file an injury claim against the store right away, no matter who is ultimately at fault for the accident.

We know that liability for a personal injury case is a complex issue, and there are many questions you are likely to have on your mind right now. Our legal team is here to listen and help, so don’t hesitate to give us a call.

Filing a Workers’ Compensation Claim with PPG Paints

In this section, we will talk about the rights of workers at PPG Paints locations and what they can do if they were injured during the course of their job duties. A store employee injury accident is handled differently than accidents involving customers and other people that are at the store for a business or social reason. As a PPG Paints employee, you have the right to file a claim for workers’ compensation, which is a guaranteed benefit under California law.

Compensation is available, whether you were injured in an accident or from the cumulative trauma associated with your job. For example, you may have cumulative trauma in your hands, arms, and back from doing certain tasks at your job for many weeks, months, or years. However, you must report the injury to your employer within 30 days of the injury or from the date of discovering a job-related injury.

In addition, there is a 1-year statute of limitations for work-related injury claims in California. While some cases are relatively straightforward, others involve numerous complications that can hold up the claims process. We can help you work through these issues and make sure that all your paperwork is submitted in a timely manner. Alternatively, if your PPG Paints workers’ compensation claim was unjustly denied, we can help you take legal action against your employer and their insurance company.

Case Value for a Store Accident Injury Claim

Obviously, knowing what you can expect to receive from an injury claim is critical to the process of recovering from an accident. However, there are many aspects of your case that we will need to examine before we can decide on an appropriate settlement amount. You will certainly have economic losses, such as medical bills and lost wages due to your medical needs. But you may also be entitled to non-economic damages, like emotional distress and pain and suffering.

The sum of these damages will determine the approximate amount you can request from the defendant or their insurance company. Based on our law firm’s record of verdicts and settlements, fall injury claims (trip and fall / slip and falls) are usually worth around $75,000 to $2,500,000 for moderate to serious injuries. The majority of accidents due to falling objects are settled for around $175,000 to $2,750,000, while assault and battery claims typically have values between $100,000 and $3,000,000.

Of course, the value of your own lawsuit against PPG Paints may not fall within these ranges, which are just estimates at the end of the day. For an accurate valuation of your claim, contact us to schedule a free consultation.

How Long Does it Take to Settle One of these Cases?

The answer to this question is different for each and every case of injury due to negligence by a business owner. Some of our cases are settled in just a few weeks; others require 2 or more years of litigation before a jury rules in the client’s favor. Ultimately, cooperation by the insurance company is the most important factor, meaning how willing they are to make a fair settlement offer. Ideally, we can negotiate a settlement with the insurance company within 6 months. But if it’s clear that they are not negotiating in good faith, we will have to move forward with a lawsuit.

At this stage, we are still likely to reach a settlement, as most defendants do not want the hassle of having the case tried in court. But reaching a settlement can still take one or more years, while going to court may add 2 or more years to the case resolution process.

Statute of Limitations for a Personal Injury Lawsuit

We’ve covered the deadline for workplace injury claims, but how long do you have to file a lawsuit if you are an injured customer at PPG Paints? Generally, the time limit is 2 years from the accident date, unless your injuries are not discovered until a later date. If, for example, you are diagnosed with a brain injury months after being hit with a falling paint can, you have 2 years from the diagnosis date to file a lawsuit. Underage victims are given special consideration as well, since they are not able to take legal action on their own. These victims have 2 years after turning 18 years old to bring a legal case against the party that’s liable for their injuries.

Free Second Opinions

Our attorneys are approached quite often with the following questions:

• I have questions about my case that I would like to discuss with another lawyer. Can you help?
• I don’t like the way my attorney is handling my case. Is it too late to find a new lawyer?
• Can you provide me with a second opinion on my case?

Yes, we are happy to offer second opinions at no cost if you have questions or concerns about your PPG Paint store personal injury or workers’ compensation claim. All you have to do is reach out to us and ask to schedule a free second opinion. That way, you can make an informed choice on how to proceed with your case, which may involve switching your lawyer, though there is no pressure to do so by meeting with us at a time that’s convenient for you.

Contact Normandie Law Firm

When you are dealing with the stress of being in an accident, it’s essential to have someone on your side that can provide you with legal advice. That’s why we urge you to contact our law firm if negligent circumstances at a PPG Paint store caused you to be injured.

With our Zero Fee Guarantee, the burden on legal fees is on the defendant, not you. That’s why we work on contingency, which means we only get paid if and when you receive your settlement check. This way, you never pay out of pocket to retain the services of an experienced store accident injury attorney.

To learn more about your rights and legal options, contact our office as soon as possible.

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