Despite the popularity and availability of streaming options, millions of Americans still go to the movie theater in order to get an experience you could never get while watching certain titles which have been shot for the theater in mind. In addition, technology such as 3D, 5.1 sound as well as iMax can only be experienced in the cinema, and watching these movies with friends or family adds to the excitement and camaraderie that is common in cinema halls.

There also exists the option of purchasing food and drinks and taking them into the movie hall, and the plush seats as well as air-conditioned premises make for an unforgettable time. That said, all of these pluses can become negative if you get injured in or around the movie theater due to someone else’s negligence, turning your day at the cinema into the day from hell.

Cinema injuries can range from ankle sprains to head injuries and even back injuries and scalding or burns due to hot drinks and foods, necessitating urgent medical care. It is important to note that cinema injuries are covered by premises liability law, an offshoot of personal injury law which states that an invitee should be afforded the highest level of care with regard to being kept safe and free from potentially injurious hazards and that should they sustain injuries due to the licensee’s actions or lack thereof, they may be able to file a lawsuit alleging breach of duty of care, which may enable them to recover money damages for the purposes of being made whole again.

It is important to note that while theater injury lawsuits may sound easy, they are nothing but, and many moving parts must be assessed with the assistance of an injury attorney in order to ensure appropriate compensation and the preservation of your rights, something we would love to help with as a top cinema injuries law firm – read on to find out more.

Speak With an Experienced Cinema Injury Lawyer Today

Are you looking for the best cinema injuries lawyer? If you were injured at a movie hall, please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced movie theater injury attorneys at McCready Law bring to the table over 90 YEARS of combined legal experience where we’ve helped tens of thousands of injured Americans all over the country and from different socioeconomic backgrounds recover compensation after getting injured on account of the negligent actions of other individuals or corporate institutions.

To date, we’ve recovered over $260 million for our clients, whether it’s summary judgments or insurance company payouts, helping them rebuild their lives after sustaining injuries due to negligence. All our cases are handled by experienced and hands-on attorneys and not paralegals as is common in most law firms, and we keep an open line of communication with our clients so they can reach out to us at any time to find out the progress of their case.

Perhaps more important is the fact that we are not afraid to litigate cases that call for the same, particularly if the client has suffered catastrophic injuries and the insurance company is not amenable to discussions regarding a reasonable settlement as court trials often end in substantial payouts when won, compared to the insurance negotiations route which most law firms prefer that pays out a fraction of what the injured party deserves, leaving them financially in the red.

In addition to having nationwide reach thanks to our trusted network of referral attorneys and law firms, we also run a bilingual firm (hablamos Español) and we take on all cases on contingency fee basis, which simply means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES for the duration of the processing of your claim, as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf. If you got injured at the movie hall and believe that negligence was the proximate cause, please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation – our intake team is standing by.

Common Types and Causes of Movie Theater Injuries

Here are some of the most common forms and instances of injuries at movie theaters:

Slips and Falls

This can happen due to spills from drinks and snacks, which is typical of crowded environments such as the theater. However, the theater staff is required to clean them up promptly in order to prevent serious head, back and broken bones injuries. In addition, worn out carpet as well as poor lighting can create situations where patrons lose their footing, ending in preventable injuries were it not the inadequate lighting or lack of carpet maintenance.

Equipment Malfunctions

Malfunctions of this nature may lead to serious injuries, and these tend to be due to things like projection equipment failure causing parts of the machinery to fall on unsuspecting patrons, or electrical failure where a patron gets electrocuted as they move along the wall near said machinery. In addition, broken or faulty seats may lead to falls or injuries when trying to sit down or stand up.

Inadequate Security

Unfortunately, some elements may opt to take advantage of the dark theater environment or the fact that a movie may be so engrossing such as to commit criminal acts such as pickpocketing or mugging patrons. Movie theaters are law-bound to provide all its patrons with adequate security failure to which they may be held liable in the event of an injury or loss of property.

Best Movie Theater Injury Attorneys – Call Us Today!

When it comes to liability for theater injuries, various parties may be held liable for your injuries and the related damages such as theater owners, equipment manufacturers, security firms and so on. One may be able to recover damages related to the cost of medical and rehabilitative care, lost wages, pain and suffering, loss of future income, legal fees and so much more. Want to protect your rights after a movie theater injury? Please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to helping you.