TJ Maxx Slip and Fall Attorney

TJ Maxx is a department store chain with over 1,000 stores throughout the U.S. They offer a wide array of products such as clothing, home furnishings, cookware, and bed and bath items. The retail giant sells their items at discount prices, making them an attractive choice for bargain hunters. As a result, these stores are packed and busy from the moment they’re open. Constant monitoring is required by staff members to ensure the safety of their customers.

Stores like TJ Maxx are prone to all sorts of accidents, including slip and falls. People do slip and fall all the time, and some of these accidents cannot be blamed on anyone. But when your injury occurs inside a TJ Maxx store, parking lot, or some other area of store property, you may have cause to sue the retailer for damages. However, you must follow the correct procedures and file your injury claim in a timely manner. This process can be complicated, so you should speak with an experienced slip and fall lawyer to learn about your legal options.

If you’ve sustained injuries from a slip and fall at TJ Maxx, call the lawyers of Normandie right away. We look forward to advising you of your rights during a free consultation.

Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents at TJ Maxx

Slip and fall accidents can happen in any store, but the rates are especially high at discount department stores. If you’ve ever been inside a TJ Maxx, you’ve noticed how items are practically spilling off the shelves. And a lot of those items are slippery, or contain liquid, gel, or other material that people can slip on. Frankly, there’s no shortage of ways for people to slip and fall at a TJ Maxx, but here are the most common scenarios:

• Spilled water, oil, gel, or some other material from broken or leaking items.
• Clothes or accessories that have dropped on the floor.
• Worn or ineffective carpeting in doorways.
• Ice, puddles, or snow in the parking lot.
• Icy sidewalks and walkways
• Spilled water or beverage by employees or other customers.
• No “wet floor” sign after mopping the floor
• Unstable or insufficient handrails on steps
• Fruit falling off of trees (berries, for example)
• Poor lighting / visibility

Again, this is not a comprehensive list of all the ways you can slip and fall at a TJ Maxx store. Regardless of how you fell, these accidents often result in multiple, serious injuries that must be treated right away. Treating and recovering from these injuries can be expensive, which is why it’s essential to take legal action if TJ Maxx is responsible for your accident.

To start an injury claim for a slip and fall accident at TJ Maxx, call Normandie Law Firm and speak to a premise liability lawsuit attorney.
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Slip and Fall Injuries

Did you know that slip and falls account for over 8 million emergency room visits every year? Many people are embarrassed when they fall in a public place like TJ Maxx. They insist that they’re fine when people try to help them and leave the store to avoid staring eyes. But this can be harmful to your health, based on the types of injuries you can sustain in a slip and fall accident. Common injuries from a slip and fall include:

• Bone fractures / broken bones
• Ankle / wrist sprain
• Hip fracture
• Torn ACL / MCL
• Dislocated kneecap
• Torn muscles and ligaments
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Neck injury
• Spinal cord damage
• Dislocated shoulder
• Broken collarbone
• Cuts and abrasions

Injuries such as spinal cord damage, hip fractures, and TBI are extremely serious, as they can lead to permanent disability if they’re not treated immediately. Slip and fall accidents can even result in fatality, particularly among children and the elderly. To prevent a tragic outcome and ensure the best possible recovery, please take the proper steps following your accident at a TJ Maxx store.

Steps you should take after a Slip and Fall Accident at TJ Maxx

We mentioned before about victims rushing out of the store due to the embarrassment of falling down in public. However, this is the worst thing you can do when it comes to an injury claim or lawsuit against TJ Maxx. No matter what type of injuries you have, please follow these steps:

• Seek medical attention.

Don’t try to move if you have serious injuries or feel a lot of pain. Instead, call 911 or ask someone to call for you. If you’re not in serious pain, you can file an accident report before heading to the hospital. But make sure to get medical attention as soon as possible. Your medical report will establish that you had an accident at the store, and the types of injuries you’ve suffered as a result.

• File an accident report with the store.

An accident report is required in order for you to file an injury claim with TJ Maxx’s insurance company. Make sure to speak with a manager to ensure that the report is filed properly and sent to the insurance company in a timely manner. The manager will give you a copy of the accident report as well, which you should keep in a safe place. They may also ask you to sign something, but don’t do this until you’ve spoken with an attorney. Otherwise, you may end up signing something that releases the store from any liability in your accident.

• Gather evidence of your accident.

Make sure to collect evidence, like photos of the accident scene, your injuries, and anything else that can support your claim for damages. If you can, try to obtain statements from witnesses and have them sign and date it. You should also look around for security cameras that may have recorded your accident.

• Talk to an experienced slip and fall injury lawyer.

A personal injury attorney can determine a fair amount of money for your accident and file an insurance claim on your behalf. Most likely, the insurer will try to get away with paying you as little as possible. An experienced lawyer can negotiate a settlement that’s in your favor, or help you file a lawsuit if the insurance company is acting in bad faith.

Settling a TJ Maxx slip and fall case should be easy, but unfortunately, insurance companies are experts at finding ways to deny your claim or pressure you into a low settlement. Our lawyers will fight to uphold your rights and bring you the compensation you deserve for your losses.

Can I Sue TJ Maxx for my Injuries?

Yes, you can sue TJ Maxx for your injuries if you can prove that they were negligent in their duty of care while you were on their premises. In order to make a case for retail negligence, you would need to show:

• There was a hazard / dangerous condition on the property.
• There was a direct link between your accident and the hazardous condition.
• TJ Maxx aware of, or should have been aware of the hazard.
• There were reasonable measures that the store could have taken to resolve the hazard.

If all these factors were involved in your accident, you are able to file a lawsuit against TJ Maxx for your financial and emotional losses. However, it’s important to have a skilled lawyer on your side, as TJ Maxx is known for fighting claims of accidents on their premises. In many cases, they try to blame someone else, like an employee or another shopper. They may even try to blame you for the accident, and it’s possible that a victim may have done something to contribute to their injuries. However, TJ Maxx is still liable if there were conditions on their premises that could lead to a slip and fall accident.

Liability is undeniably complicated, and it’s not hard to see how victims are talked out of their rights by unscrupulous businesses and their insurance companies. The lawyers of Normandie can protect you from these acts of bad faith and make sure TJ Maxx is held accountable for their negligence.

Monetary Compensation in a Slip and Fall Lawsuit

Various forms of compensation are available to you in a lawsuit for a slip and fall accident at TJ Maxx. These damages can include:

• Medical costs
• Lost wages
• Loss of earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Legal fees
• Punitive damages

In the worst possible scenario, a slip and fall injury victim can die from their injuries. Family members of the decedent may be able to file for wrongful death compensation and recover the following losses:

• Funeral expenses
• Medical bills left behind by the decedent
• Loss of expected income
• Loss of benefits / inheritance
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of consortium
• Legal fees

One of our attorneys can verify which damages you qualify for, and the approximate value of your case if you decide to proceed with a lawsuit. For more information on what you can receive from a slip and fall injury lawsuit, contact our office and schedule a free consultation.

Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Lawsuits

In California, you have two years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit against TJ Maxx. If you’re seeking wrongful death compensation, you have two years from the date of death to file your claim. This is not a lot of time, considering the work that may need to be done before you can file a lawsuit. If you have serious injuries, for example, it may be months before you are recovered enough to assess the extent of your damages. At that point, we may still need to investigate your accident, talk to witnesses, and take other actions in order to build the strongest case possible. With that in mind, it’s crucial that you start the claims process as soon as possible. If you miss the 2-year statute of limitations, you may permanently lose the right to seek monetary compensation. Extensions may be granted, but these are for exceptional circumstances that won’t apply to most victims.

Please give us a call right away if you’ve suffered a slip and fall accident at a TJ Maxx location. We will take swift action on your case and make sure you are properly compensated for your physical and emotional injuries.

Can I Switch to Another Lawyer?

Are you unhappy with your attorney, and worried about whether it’s too late to find another lawyer? Fortunately, California litigants can switch lawyers at any point in their case. Though you shouldn’t fire your attorney on a whim, there are valid reasons to find a new law firm:

• Your calls are not returned in a timely manner (normally 2 business days).
• You are being pressured into a settlement you don’t agree with.
• Your lawyer asks for information or documents you’ve already provided.
• Important documents aren’t ready when they’re supposed to be.
• Your attorney has asked the court for an extension, even though it doesn’t serve your interest.
• Your lawsuit is about to be dismissed due to lack of activity.

If you find yourself agreeing with any of these points, please schedule a free second opinion with one of our attorneys. We specialize in retail slip and fall accidents and know when a lawyer is failing in their duty to a client. If you are in this situation, we can advise you on the pros and cons of leaving your attorney, and the process involved to transfer your case to our law firm. If working with us is in your best interest, we will take care of the transfer process from start to finish.

If you’re in need of new representation as a slip and fall injury victim, contact our office and schedule a free second opinion.

Speak to a Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer

Finding a great bargain should be a joyful experience that doesn’t result in a painful accident. Sadly, TJ Maxx and other department stores are not maintained as well as they should be. Their negligence is responsible for thousands of accidents every year, and most of them are slip and falls. TJ Maxx must accept liability and make restitution to the victims and their family members. But getting them to do so is easier said than done.

If you’ve sustained injuries from a slip and fall accident at TJ Maxx, please contact our office and speak to a personal injury or wrongful death compensation lawyer. Money won’t make up for all that you’ve suffered, but it can help cover medical bills, lost wages, and various other losses. The longer you wait on your right to damages, the more likely you are to face financial and emotional hardship. Speaking of financial hardship, you may be worried about the legal fees associated with our services. Let us assure you that you will never pay upfront when you retain one of our attorneys. Under our Zero fee guarantee, all our payments are deferred until you receive your settlement. And if we fail to recover your compensation award, you will not be responsible for any legal fees.

Please take the chance of giving us a call, whether you are just starting the lawsuit process or want to switch to another law firm. Our attorneys look forward to meeting you during a free consultation or free second opinion.