The time it takes to settle a Walmart personal injury claim can vary widely depending on the specific circumstances of your case. Some claims can be settled quickly, while others may take months or even years to resolve. Here are some of the factors that can affect the timeline of your Walmart personal injury claim: […]
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How Will the Value of My New Jersey Walmart Slip and Fall Claim Be Determined?
The value of your Walmart slip and fall claim in New Jersey will depend on a variety of factors, including the extent and severity of your injuries, the extent of your medical treatment, and the impact of the injury on your daily life. Here are some of the key factors that will be taken into […]
What Should I Do If I’m Injured at a Walmart?
If you are injured at a Walmart, it is important to take certain steps to protect your health, document the incident, and preserve your legal rights. Here are the steps that you should take if you are injured at a Walmart: Seek medical attention: If you are injured, your first priority should be to seek […]
What Are Some of the Common Defenses in Slip and Fall Lawsuits?
Usually the number one defense raised in a retail scenario, when fighting against a slip and fall lawsuit, absent an immunity of some sort which only exists with governmental entities, is that it happened too soon after the hazardous condition arose and there wasn’t enough time to make the premises safe. This goes to the […]
The causes of slip and fall accidents
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Slip-and-Fall Accidents on Monday, March 19, 2018. Civil laws in New Jersey allow for property entrants to file a claim against the owner if they are injured on the grounds through no fault of their own. These are called slip and fall claims, and they […]
Floor choice, maintenance affect rate of slip and falls
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Slip-and-Fall Accidents on Tuesday, November 7, 2017. Poor flooring choices and lack of maintenance can lead to more slip and fall accidents. Employees of corporations across New Jersey and the rest of the U.S., especially those in the retail trade and real estate fields, are […]
Stair injuries not uncommon in America
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Slip-and-Fall Accidents on Friday, October 13, 2017. New Jersey residents of all ages and ability levels may be prone to getting hurt while using stairs. In fact, a study published in the ‘American Journal of Emergency Medicine” determined that more than 1 million Americans are […]
Slip and fall injuries are more likely than previously thought
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Slip-and-Fall Accidents on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. New Jersey retail shoppers might not know that the risk of slipping and falling is underestimated by many companies. A study has found that while companies are liable for the injuries that may occur on their property, many […]
When an ankle injury is the result of a slip-and-fall accident
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Slip-and-Fall Accidents on Monday, June 26, 2017. When slip-and-fall accidents occur, ankles can especially be at risk. An ankle injury is likely because of the way a person tends to land on the foot when trying to avoid falling after tripping or sliding. Coming down […]
Wrongful death suit related to fatal carjacking moves forward
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Slip-and-Fall Accidents on Wednesday, November 12, 2014. On Nov. 6, a judge in New Jersey blocked an attempt by the owners of a shopping mall to prevent security footage from being publicly disclosed. The footage in question was recorded at a Short Hills mall on […]
