Home Depot stores are really big and they contain everything you could need for your home, both inside and out. Due to their size and the amount of products they carry, there are potential hazards everywhere. While we recognize that employees and managers usually do their best to create a safe environment, sometimes their negligence gets people hurt.
Heavy Items
From washing machines and sinks to lumber and stones, there are many heavy objects around Home Depot stores. If these are not properly secured, they could fall and cause major injuries to customers.
Spills
If liquid collects anywhere around the store, employees should immediately clean it up or post appropriate warnings around the area to prevent people from slipping. Slip and fall accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries in stores around the country. Falls can also happen due to the saw dust that collects around the lumber department. This should be properly cleaned by employees.
Chemicals
There are many chemicals in a Home Depot store that could cause people to become ill or get injured. From pesticides and herbicides to paint stripper, customers should not be exposed to them. Children are at particular risk to chemical ingestion.
Sharp Objects
There are many sharp objects around Home Depot stores. Saw blades, lawn tools, and nails are just a few of the items that can cause an injury if not properly stored.
What To Do
We’re sorry you were injured when you went to Home Depot. We know you didn’t expect it and you may be confused about your next steps. At the Dante Law Firm, we can provide you with a Home Depot accident lawyer who will patiently walk you through your case. We don’t think it’s fair that someone else’s negligence means you have to suffer financially. We want to make sure you get compensation to cover your medical expenses as well as any pain and suffering you may be going through. We know that Home Depot has a skilled legal department that will try to blame you for your own injury in an attempt to lower any settlement they have to pay out. We are ready for that. You can contact us by clicking here or calling 305-949-2526 for a free consultation.
When you need to get some things done around your home, maybe some improvements, you probably know you can find what you need at your local Home Depot store. Certainly, you’ll have no trouble finding one. They have over 2,000 locations around the country and plenty right here in the Miami area. Usually, when you go to a Home Depot, you find what you need and leave.
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