Did You Slip and Fall at Marshalls in South Carolina? Let Our Attorneys Help You

Thousands of customers shop at Marshalls in South Carolina every week. During sales events and holiday seasons, the number of people shopping at Marshalls at the same time may increase. Marshalls locations in South Carolina have a duty to each customer to keep the store reasonably safe. Regular inspections of the condition of the store during business hours are necessary because Marshalls has a duty to protect and warn customers of foreseeable harm in the store or parking lot. If Marshalls breaches this duty and a shopper slips and falls on its premises, it may be responsible for any and all injuries sustained.

If you were injured while shopping at Marshalls in South Carolina, call the Steinberg Law Firm at (843) 720-2800 for a free consultation with an experienced slip and fall lawyer.

Customer Slip and Fall Injuries at South Carolina Marshalls Stores

Slip and falls are one of the leading causes of nonfatal injuries. They frequently occur in South Carolina retail stores. While many slip and fall injuries are not life-threatening, they may affect and change your life. Common causes of slip and fall accidents include:

• Merchandise falling off of shelves
• Slippery floors due to snow or ice
• Wet floors due to spilled liquids
• Defective or lack of handrails
• Aisle obstructions
• Ice and snow on walkways, entranceways and parking lot
• Broken steps or stairs

Slip and fall injuries may be minor or severe. They include:

• Neck injuries
• Back injuries
• Facial injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Broken bones and fractures
• Cuts and abrasions

After your slip and fall accident at a Marshalls store in South Carolina, you may have medical costs and a loss of enjoyment of your life because of your injuries. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries in the form of:

• Past and future medical expenses
• Lost wages and future wages
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Loss of earning capacity
• Damage to personal property

What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident at Marshalls in South Carolina

As a result of your slip and fall at a Marshalls location in South Carolina, you may become disoriented. A fall happens so quickly that it may take a few seconds or more to regain your composure. Here are some steps to take after your slip and fall accident at Marshalls:

1. Get medical attention immediately after your fall.

2. Do not give any statements to or sign any documents from any Target employees or representatives.

3. Get an incident report from the store manager.

4. Document everything involving the accident, including:

• Date, time and location of your slip and fall
• Details about your fall
• Photographs of your injuries immediately after and days after your fall
• Names of witnesses, if possible or if any

5. Keep all records concerning your fall, including medical reports and bills.

Contact an attorney to handle your case and protect your rights. Call the Steinberg Law Firm at (843) 720-2800 and hire an experienced South Carolina personal injury attorney.