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Denying Liability Over Grocery Store Slip-And-Fall Accidents

On Behalf of | May 20, 2020 | Slip-and-Fall Accidents

When you head to the store with your grocery list, you are probably not thinking about all of the ways you could possibly suffer an injury. Even though getting your food for the week may not seem like a dangerous task, it is possible you could suffer injuries in a slip-and-fall accident. These types of personal injury incidents are often the result of negligent maintenance and dangerous property conditions.

New Mexico storeowners are often reluctant to claim liability for slip-and-fall accidents in their stores. After all, they don’t want their insurance to go up, and they want to protect their interests in every way possible. As a result, you may find that it is difficult to prove your accident was not your fault. If you decide to move forward with a civil claim, you may find it helpful to work with an experienced attorney as you pursue reasonable damages.

Common ways to fight back

You may believe that it is clear your accident was the result of factors beyond your control, but the store may vehemently deny responsibility. One of the most important factors in any type of personal injury claim is proving liability, and this can be complex when a storeowner comes back with the following defenses:

  • They were unaware that the hazard that caused the fall existed.
  • There is no proof there were any hazards on the premises at the time of the accident.
  • The hazard was obvious, and it is reasonable to assume the plaintiff would avoid it.
  • It’s not obvious that the property conditions and the accident have a connection, or that the accident took place somewhere customers are not typically allowed to go.
  • It is possible the plaintiff was acting negligently or recklessly.

It’s not easy to build a strong case after a slip-and-fall accident. In order to give yourself the best chance of success, you will find it useful to work with an experienced attorney starting as soon as possible after your fall.

Recovering from your injuries

A slip-and-fall accident can leave you with injuries that can plague you for months or years to come. You have the right to seek to hold liable parties accountable for what you suffered by filing a personal injury claim. If you are unsure of where to begin, you may want to learn about the options available to you by seeking a complete evaluation of your case.

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