Glass Door, Glass Wall, And Window Injury Attorney
You might be shocked to learn how many people are seriously injured by walking into a glass door, glass wall, or a large window. However, if you have even suffered an injury from walking into a clear pane of glass, you know how easily it can happen. In minor cases, your injuries are little more than damaged pride and maybe a bruise or two. However, in other cases, the injuries are quite severe and result in significant medical bills and even permanent disabilities.
Victims of these types of accidents need to understand that it was not their fault in many cases. And because someone else is to blame for your injuries, you could have grounds to file a lawsuit and seek compensation for your damages and the losses they caused. The personal injury experts at Kenmore Law Group are here 24/7 to offer professional advice and a free consultation with a Los Angeles personal injury attorney.
We understand that you might feel embarrassed or ashamed because you were injured walking into a glass door, glass wall, or a large window. But you need to know that the property owner or manager of a commercial property or even a homeowner has the responsibility to maintain the property safely and hazard-freely. So what you feel was a silly mistake could result from someone’s negligence. Contact our office today to request a free consultation with a personal injury attorney in Los Angeles. We will help you understand the legalities surrounding your incident and injuries and your right to move forward with a lawsuit.
Injuries You Might Have Suffered
It is undoubtedly a shock to walk into a pristine glass door, glass wall, or large window. But it is equally as startling to realize all of the severe injuries that can occur when a pane of glass becomes invisible. The reason could be intense sunlight, low light, or even shadows in the area, but when a sliding glass door, glass wall, or large window is not marked in some way, the result can be tragic. Common injuries sustained can include:
- A concussion, cracked skull, or traumatic brain injury
- Eye injuries from impact or broken pieces of eyeglasses damage the eyes
- A broken nose
- Broken or damaged teeth
- Facial lacerations or contusions
- Back and neck injuries
All these potentially severe injuries can result from impact with a thick sheet of glass. Many other injuries can result from a nasty fall after hitting the glass. Such injuries include:
- Broken or fractured bones
- Soft tissue injuries to muscles, tendons, or ligaments
- Joint damage
- Internal organ injuries or internal bleeding
Many people envision the comic events you see on a blooper reel on television when they think about walking into a glass wall, door, or window. However, in real life, the injuries can be severe, and the results are traumatic.
Liability Is The Critical Factor
When speaking of legal liability, it often takes you behind the scene a bit to look at much more than just the moment of your injury. In the case of a person walking into a transparent piece of glass in a door, wall, or window, property liability comes into play. Property liability defines how an owner must maintain a property in a safe and hazard-free manner. In the case of the glass panel, it should have been marked in some way to alert people of its existence. Owners in stores, offices, and restaurants can use decals, artwork, etching, or other marking to identify the glass which might otherwise be difficult or near impossible to see.
So the answer could be yes when you ask yourself if you can sue someone because you walked into a glass door, glass wall, or a large window. The personal injury lawyers at Kenmore Law Group are here to help you determine if a lack of duty contributed to your injury and who is responsible.
What If The Injury Occurred At Work?
All safety guidelines and premises liability laws apply to commercial properties as well as homes. So if you were injured by a glass door, glass wall, or a large window while performing your job, there is a good chance you have grounds for a lawsuit. In addition, as an employee of a business, you might also have rights to workers comp to assist you in covering medical bills and lost wages due to the injuries. Your employer should assist you in filing a workers comp claim by notifying the agency of the incident and injury. If your employer denies your right to a workers comp claim, the experts at Kenmore Law Group can advise you of your rights and work with you to secure the benefits you are entitled to through workers comp.
What Is My Compensation Worth?
All personal injury compensation and settlements are based on information specific to you and your case. The team at Kenmore Law Group will help you determine which expenses qualify and the categories that apply to your injuries. The general list includes:
- Current medical cost and future medical care related to the injuries
- Lost wages if you are unable to work due to the injuries
- Your pain and suffering resulting from the injuries
- Punitive damages
- Legal fees
The personal injury attorneys at Kenmore Law Group will evaluate your losses and work diligently to secure the largest settlement possible for your injuries and suffering due to your accident.
How Long Until I Get My Settlement?
There is no predetermined time frame for the completion of any lawsuit. However, your personal injury lawyer at Kenmore Law Group will work diligently to ensure the case moves forward as quickly as possible. Our staff understands that paying your medical bills, living expenses, and other debt related to the incident adds unnecessary stress and complications to your daily life.
In addition, it is critical to understand that in California, personal injury victims have only two years from the date of the incident to file a claim. This is the Statute of Limitations for almost all injury cases. If you miss the window, you will no longer have the right to file a legal claim.
Nothing Out Of Pocket
The staff at Kenmore Law Group is very confident in our ability to win a settlement or verdict on behalf of each client they represent. With that in mind, we are happy to wait until our work is completed and you have been compensated for your losses and injuries before requesting payment. In addition, it eliminates added concerns about legal bills when the victim is still working toward recovery and regaining a normal life.
Even if you have been turned away by another personal injury attorney, the team at Kenmore Law Group is here to offer a free second opinion regarding your grounds for a lawsuit. Our expertise and dedication to our clients mean we win cases others would not accept. So please get in touch with our team today for a free review of your case to ensure that you understand your rights and have the opportunity you deserve to seek justice for your injuries and losses after a glass door, glass wall, or window incident.