Assaulted by Store Employee at a Supermarket Lawsuit Lawyer

When you stop by your local grocery store, there are many thoughts on your mind, like the items you need, which products are on sale, and how long the lines will be. But the idea of being assaulted by a store employee – that’s something most of us wouldn’t dream of. Sadly, these are not uncommon incidents at supermarkets throughout California, especially physical assaults by security guards and loss prevention workers.

Business owner have a duty of care to people on their property, and that includes ensuring that they are protected from incidents of assault and battery. This is why security measures on commercial properties are so important, but we often take it for granted that employees will conduct themselves in a safe and professional manner.

If you or someone in your family was injured by a supermarket employee, you may be eligible for a personal injury claim against the company that owns the store. We are ready to educate you on your rights legal options during a free case evaluation. Contact our law firm immediately if you were injured at a California grocery store, such as:

• Aldi
• Albertson’s
• Ralph’s
• Stater Bros. Markets
• Trader Joe’s
• Kroger
• Gelson’s Market
• Pavilions
• Safeway
• H-E-B Grocery
• HK Market
• Whole Foods Market
• Amazon Fresh
• WinCo Foods
• 99 Ranch Market
• SF Supermarket
• None Such farm
• Smart & Final
• Walmart

Injuries from being Assaulted at a Supermarket

A physical assault can leave you with severe injuries to the body and mind. As a result, many victims find it difficult to recover from the harm they suffered and live the quality of life they had prior to being assaulted. To get an idea of how serious incidents can be, take a look at the injuries we typically see on assault and battery victims:

• Deep lacerations
• Broken facial bones
• Lost or chipped teeth
• Torn ligaments and tendons
• Dislocated knee
• Shoulder fracture
• Traumatic brain injury
• Spinal cord damage
• Back injuries, like herniated disc
• Head trauma resulting in hearing loss
• Eye injuries that lead to impaired vision or blindness
• Broken hip
• Permanent nerve damage
• Loss of function in the limbs
• Rupturing of internal organs
• Death

Your Right to File an Assault and Battery Lawsuit

The blame for injuries caused by assault and battery may be shared between the employer and employee if the incident took place at a supermarket. Here, you have a situation where an employee is the perpetrator of the abuse. However, employers may be held responsible under the law of vicarious liability if the incident occurs within the scope of employment.

Most of the clients we represent were assaulted by security or loss prevention workers. Because these individuals are not law enforcement, they are greatly limited in their ability to use physical force on anyone. So, even if a customer refuses to cooperate and walks away, the standard protocol is to contact the police and let them handle the situation.

The only time physical force may be used is when the person poses a threat to the safety of others. Unfortunately, security guards can lose their cool or exercise poor judgment when it comes to dealing with the public. Another important consideration is that even if physical contact is necessary, the security guard must use the least amount of force that’s necessary to deescalate the situation.

These are some of the issues that can provide you with grounds to sue a supermarket for injuries caused by one of their workers. For more information on filing a store employee assault and battery lawsuit, please reach out to us at your earliest convenience.

Financial Restitution for Assault Victims

Victims of assault and battery can seek various payments for their physical injuries and emotional trauma. The damages you qualify to receive will depend on specific details of your case, which we can discuss with you during a free case assessment. For now, here are the damages that can be recovered if you are the injured party:

• Medical expenses
• Pain and suffering
• Lost wages and/or loss of earning potential
• Emotional distress
• Property damage
• Punitive damages
• Legal fees

Sadly, assault and battery by a security guard and other employees at a supermarket can result in death. Loved ones of the victim may have grounds to file a wrongful death lawsuit for the following benefits:

• Funeral expenses
• Cost of medical treatments and services up until the victim’s death
• Loss of expected savings and other monetary benefits
• Loss of consortium
• Pain and suffering
• Attorney’s fees

Statute of Limitations to Sue for Assault and Battery

We want to impress upon you that you only have 2 years from the date of the assault if you wish to file a claim for monetary damages. There are very few exceptions to the rule, so most people will not qualify for an extension if they fail to file a legal action within the normal statute of limitations.

What if you are interested in pursuing a claim for wrongful death? The deadline to file a wrongful death lawsuit in California is 2 years from when the decedent passed away.

Contact a Lawyer That can Sue for Assault and Battery

Here at Kenmore, you will find help from a team of physical assault lawsuit lawyers with decades of experience in suing supermarkets and other major retailers. We are standing by to answer your questions and ensure that you are aware of the legal actions that are available to you.

To take the burden of legal fees off your shoulders, we will protect you with the Zero Fee Guarantee from day one. This is a contingency fee agreement where you pay $0 if you decide to hire us. Once your settlement is received from the party at fault, a percentage of the funds will be deducted for the cost of legal services. If we don’t recover compensation on your behalf, you owe us a total of $0, meaning you walk away without spending a single cent.

We look forward to fighting for you and ensuring that justice is served for you and your loved ones. Call us today and talk to an assault and battery attorney during a free, private consultation.