Who Is Responsible For Injuries During Black Friday Shopping?

We've all seen the videos on our local or national news shows: A crowd of crazed shoppers lining up to score the deepest of Black Friday discounts, and someone or something gets out of hand. If you suffer an injury while shopping for Black Friday deals, what should you do? I have some answers.

I just saw a very interesting social media post from the law firm of Logan, Vance, Sullivan, and Kores, LLP from my hometown of Torrington. The post answers the question that has been in my mind for years while watching people duke it out for a cheap gaming system or 75-inch tv: Who is legally responsible for injuries suffered during events designed to attract frenzied shoppers? The short answer? Retailers and property owners.

According to Logan, Vance, Sullivan, and Kores, LLP, retailers and property owners have a legal duty under premise liability laws to keep you and their stores safe. A businesses failure to manage crowds of shoppers, warn of hazards, or maintain safe walkways may be considered negligence. Stores can be held liable for injuries caused by unsafe conditions or lack of security.

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It's not just crowds, or unruly shoppers to watch out for, you could be injured by falling objects, shopping carts, spills and cluttered aisles. At any age, it's important to realize that any material possessions are disposable, but your health isn't. Before you decide to steal the last Babka from the shopper in front of you, consider the consequences.

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