Big Lots Slip And Fall Claims

California is home to over 100 Big Lots discount and close-out stores. These locations are known to offer great pricing on many name-brand items as well as private labels that are overstock or discontinued. Savvy shoppers visit these stores, sometimes multiple locations in a day, to find the groceries, cleaning products, health and beauty items, linens, home décor, patio and outdoor items, furniture, and mattresses they need at significantly reduced prices compared to many other retailers.

Shoppers in the Los Angeles area know that the following locations offer the best inventory and prices on items they want to need:

• 1815 W Slauson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90047
• 3003 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305
• 5587 Sepulveda Blvd, Culver City, CA 90230
• 5321 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91601
• 12717a Glenoaks Blvd, Sylmar, CA 91342

Popular San Diego locations include:

• 8730 Rio San Diego Dr, San Diego, CA 92108
• 3705 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92110
• 1410 E Plaza Blvd, National City, CA 91950

Great deals in the Bay Area can be found at these Big Lots locations:

• 3735 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, CA 95051
• 1832 Hillsdale Ave, San Jose, CA 95124
• 4484 Las Positas Rd, Livermore, CA 94551
• 1551 Sycamore Ave, Hercules, CA 94547
• 1581 W Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
• 111 Ranch Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035
•  2060 Monument Blvd, Concord, CA 94520
• 2055 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
• 818 Alamo Dr, Vacaville, CA 95688
• 565 Rohnert Park Expy, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
• 2681 N Tracy Blvd, Tracy, CA 95376
•  2720 Country Club Blvd, Stockton, CA 95204
• 1321 W Yosemite Ave, Manteca, CA 95337
• 3333 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110

But many shoppers fail to understand that these discount stores pose as significant a risk to their safety as they offer savings. Sadly, Big Lots slip and fall claims are mounting up faster than ever. And you need to know what to watch for when in these stores and how to protect your rights and financial future if you should become the next Big Lots slip and fall injury victim.

The expert legal team at Kenmore Law Group is here to provide the information you need to make wise choices about accepting compensation from Big Lots. It is vital that you speak to a Big Lots slip and fall injury lawyer at Kenmore Law Group before you unknowingly forfeit your right to sue Big Lots for the injuries you sustained in a slip and fall injury incident. Our team will answer your immediate questions when you call our office at any time of the day or night. And we are happy to schedule a free consultation to discuss the potential for a Big Lots slip and fall claim and how we can assist you in securing the total compensation you deserve. Be sure to get in touch with us at your earliest convenience to ensure your rights are protected.

Common Safety Hazards Found In Big Lots Stores

Unfortunately, many features that keep prices low at Big Lots also keep safety risks high. The constantly rotating inventory makes it challenging to keep items on the shelves and stacked in neat and safe rows, the freestanding displays and pallets block vital walking space, and the minimal staff makes keeping up with housekeeping tasks nearly impossible. So shoppers need to understand that they could encounter many safety risks as they make their way through a Big Lots store, such as:

• Wet floors due to leaking inventory such as water, cleaning fluids, or oils
• Food items on the floor due to damaged packaging – rice, coffee, and flour are some of the most hazardous and challenging to see in crowded aisles
• Leaking product packaging on items like kitty litter, sand, potting soil, or laundry soap increase the potential to slip and fall
• Paper napkins, straw wrappers, or other litter on the floor that could be hard to see around your shopping cart
• Water on the floor from a damaged water line, leaking cooler, or malfunctioning plumbing fixture
• Large furniture blocking aisle ways
• Pallets of merchandise blocking the floor space in aisles
• Extension cords on the floor used to power lamps in the furniture displays

All of these safety issues are easy to correct, eliminate, or prevent if the store staff is following their duty of care guidelines to ensure the safety of shoppers. However, in most of these discount stores, employees dedicate little or no time to inspecting the store for safety risks or even cleaning up the simple spills and leaking merchandise that cause the majority of the Big Lots slip and fall injury claims.

Can I Sue Big Lots For My Slip And Fall Injuries?

The best way to determine if you have grounds for a Big Lots slip and fall claim is to contact Kenmore Law Group today for a free consultation with an expert Big Lots slip and fall injury lawyer. During that consultation, you will learn more about duty of care and how it could apply to your case and allow you to file a lawsuit against Big Lots.

Duty of care is the obligation property and business owners have to the guests on their property. In the case of a business like Big Lots, the duty of care passes on to the staff, who are required to address safety issues promptly to ensure the safety of shoppers. The level of care that must be provided should be equal to what the average prudent person would deliver.

So if you would pick up trash from the floor or clean up a spill to prevent a slip and fall accident, then the Big Lots staff should act accordingly. In addition, they are required to complete routine inspections of the store to ensure there are no safety risks. If a hazard is located, they are to correct it or mark it with a warning sign to alert customers of the added safety risk in the area. If they fail to meet this basic level of care and maintenance in the store, they are negligent in their duty of care. If employee negligence is determined to cause a customer injury accident, the store can be liable for the victim’s injuries and losses. This is also when you can file a claim against Big Lots.

How Much Are Big Lots Claims Worth?

The value of a personal injury claim against Big Lots will be based on the expenses and losses the victim suffers. So you will work with the legal experts at Kenmore Law Group to compile all of your expenses and losses related to the injuries you suffered in Big Lots. The items typically include:

• All medical expenses for the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of your slip and fall injuries and any essential medical devices and prescriptions
• Your legal fees for the Big Lots slip and fall lawsuit
• The replacement value of any personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the slip and fall incident
• Your lost income if the injuries you sustained prevented you from working during your recovery

If your injuries are severe or require a lengthy recovery period, your Kenmore Law Group personal injury lawyer will provide a suitable amount to include for your pain and suffering. The amount will be based on the severity of the injuries and their expertise in managing similar cases to ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses.

When Can I Sue Big Lots?

The Statute of Limitation on a Big Lots personal injury lawsuit is two years from the date of the incident. If you do not have the claim filed with the court in that time, you will typically lose the right to seek compensation for injuries or losses due to that event. However, you can file your claim as soon as you and your Kenmore Law Group have the documentation ready to present to the court. The sooner you contact Kenmore Law Group for a free consultation and move forward with a claim, the faster you will have the settlement or verdict funds owed to you.

You Deserve The Best Legal Representation

After suffering a Big Lots slip and fall injury, you will surely experience many challenges, including possible financial hardships. The staff at Kenmore Law Group understands that you need expert legal help but also have concerns about how to pay upfront legal fees. So our payment policy is only to get paid after we have secured the compensation you deserve for your injuries and losses.

This procedure allows you to use the money from the verdict or settlement that was provided to pay legal fees instead of your personal resources. And if we fail to win your case, you owe us nothing. There is no better way to show our dedication to clients and confidence in our staff than to offer to work for free if we fail.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with Kenmore Law Group today to get the answers you need to make a well-informed choice about filing a claim against Big Lots. The information you receive from our personal injury lawyers is vital in protecting your rights and a stable financial future. In addition to the consultation being free, you are never obligated to hire our firm or sue Big Lots. Our goal is only to ensure that you understand your rights and options as a personal injury victim in California.