Generally, store owners have a responsibility to maintain their premises in a way that keeps customers and workers safe from potential hazards. When they fail to do so, customers or employees may be involved in accidents through no fault of their own.

These accidents often leave them with medical bills, along with other potential losses and struggles, such as lost wages, pain, and even major lifestyle changes, depending on the severity of their injuries. 

Victims of slip and fall or work-related accidents at 99 Cents Only stores deserve compensation for these losses. That said, because these stores’ insurance companies aren’t incentivized to pay victims what they genuinely deserve, it’s often best to consult with an attorney after an accident.

99 Cents Only Personal Injury Cases: What You Need to Know

The specifics of premises liability laws can vary from one state to another. It’s thus important to consult with an attorney familiar with your state’s laws if you believe you have a valid case against 99 Cents Only. In general, though, premises liability laws require property owners (or those otherwise responsible for maintaining and managing a property) to address hazards that could put someone who is legally on their property in danger. 

For example, the following are several hazards that could result in accidents at a 99 Cents Only store if no one takes the proper action to correct them:

  • Icy or otherwise slippery areas near the entrance to a store putting customers and employees at risk of slip and fall accidents.
  • Spills resulting in slippery floors.
  • Insufficient outdoor lighting, potentially resulting in a greater risk of tripping accidents.
  • Items falling off shelves and creating tripping hazards.
  • Improperly maintained equipment putting both employees and customers at risk of a range of injuries.

That said, while failure to address these types of hazards can lead to injury for which you may deserve compensation, it’s crucial to remember that in many instances, the negligent party will try to argue they aren’t actually responsible for providing said compensation in your particular circumstances.

Consider an example of a case in which the plaintiff sustained injuries in the type of accident that could occur at a 99 Cents Only. In Contreras v. Wal-Mart Stores E., LP, the plaintiff was injured when they slipped and fell in the vestibule area of a Wal-Mart. They claimed this occurred because Wal-Mart had not properly maintained the area.

Wal-Mart didn’t accept liability, though. They requested a motion for summary judgment in their favor by arguing the accident was a result of the plaintiff’s own negligence. Fortunately, this request was denied, as the plaintiff and their attorney had presented a strong case from the beginning.

99 Cents Only could try to defend themselves with a similar approach if you’re ever injured at one of their stores. That’s why reviewing your case with an attorney very soon after an accident is in your best interests. They’ll help you hold the liable parties accountable.