America’s obsession with pets shows no sign of letting up, as these furry creatures provide endless hours of fun and affection as well as play a vital role in keeping our homes safe. Dogs and cats are expensive when it comes to their upkeep, and given their domesticated nature, must be taken care of along the way.

PetSmart is a well-known pet food, toys and medication store which has over 1500 stores countrywide, meeting just about every need that your pet may have. Some pets may require special food, and others, medication for ticks and worms and as such, must be shopped for at PetSmart locations. Prices at the store are not exorbitant, and the foot traffic at a typical store on any given day can be heavy. We don’t anticipate it, but accidents and injuries occur at PetSmart stores, and individuals may suffer broken bones, head injuries, spinal cord injury, sprains, bites and so much more.

The environment at your typical PetSmart may have hazards which may present veritable injury risks, and most of these can be prevented if the store management and staff take the needed steps to adopt a prudent outlook as required by law. Under premises liability law, a subset of personal injury law, if you access a premise or business establishment to carry out a transaction, you are considered an invitee.

Under the law, invitees are accorded a duty of care by management which is legally obligated to keep them safe by marking out hazardous areas or items, ensure that the store is kept clean and safe at all times, as well as mitigate any injuries, should they occur, in a timely and comprehensive manner. If you got injured at a PetSmart store, chances are some form of negligence had a role to play in the same. To this end, consulting with an experienced PetSmart injury lawyer is the best action to take as this will help you secure compensation so you can rebuild your life, and we would be happy to assist you with this and so much more.

Are you looking for the best PetSmart injury lawyer? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced PetSmart injury lawyers at McCready Law possess cumulative experience spanning over 90 years, and we’ve been able to recover compensation of up to $260 million for our clients during this time.

The secret to our success lies in the fact that we are not afraid to litigate claims that have merit, as many times, going to trial is just about the only way to recover substantial compensation for our clients as opposed to hashing it out with the insurance company, most of whom are not amenable to being fair when it comes to settlements due to their predatory business models as well as ensuring a healthy bottom line even at the expense of injured individuals.

In addition to having nationwide reach thanks to our network of reliable and experienced attorneys and law firms, we also run a bilingual firm (hablamos Español) and we take on all viable cases on contingency fee basis, which simply means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES during 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 were injured at PetSmart stores and feel that the store could have done more to prevent your injuries, please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 for your 100% FREE legal consultation into your options for justice and compensation – our intake team is standing by.

PetSmart History and Success Secrets

PetSmart as a company traces its history back to 1986 in Arizona, where it was founded by Jim and Janice Dougherty. Initially named PetFood Warehouse, the store grew to become a leader in all things pet supplies due to its focus on quality products and exceptional customer care. In addition, the decision to include pet adoption, grooming and training services made it cut a niche for itself, becoming the go-to place for all these services and so much more. That said, this success has been overshadowed in recent years by reports of individuals getting injured in accidents that never should have occurred had there been some form of safety policy in the first place.

Common Hazards at a PetSmart Store

1. Wet floors due to spills from pet food, aquariums or even water left over from cleaning.  It is important for any business establishment to clean up its spills in a reasonable and timely manner so that customers are kept safe. In addition, due to the fact that some customers opt to come in with their animals into the store, some pets may urinate or defecate on the floors and workers must stay vigilant and clean up this mess before someone slips and falls.
2. Cluttered aisles are also an issue at PetSmart stores due to an overabundance of stock which may lead to poor organization and the creation of obstacles which make it more likely for either merchandize to fall on customers or for them to trip and fall due to said stock.
3. Uneven surfaces such as transition between carpeting and tiling as well as torn carpeting and chipped, poorly maintained tile may present an injury risk, leading to trips and falls
4. Insufficient lighting may also lead to injury because the poor lighting may hide any hazards that may lead customers to walk right into, such as poorly lit flights of stairs or even ceilings that are too low, causing customers to hit their heads and fall.

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Immediately after your PetSmart accident, it is important that you report the incident and have the store write up an incident report. Resist the urge to provide copious amounts of information as this may lead to you being partly blamed for your own accident. Next, seek urgent medical care so that your injuries can be documented as the bills, receipts and medical records will act as evidence during the processing of your claim.

Third, do not forget to take photos and video of the accident scene or ask someone to do that for you if unable due to your injuries and last but not least, reach out to us at (314) 481-63338 so we can assess the extent of your injuries, determine the negligence as well as provide you with an estimate of what your PetSmart injury claim could be worth. Do no speak with anyone, including the insurance company, before giving us a call. Remember, the consultation is 100% FREE, and there is no legal obligation. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to helping you.