After Thanksgiving, thousands of Floridians rush into stores for doorbuster deals—but crowded retail environments create dangerous conditions. Many people file injury claims every year from slip-and-falls, trip-and-falls, and overcrowding incidents during post-holiday shopping.
Why Stores Are More Hazardous After Thanksgiving
Black Friday and weekend sales bring:
- Wet floors from spilled drinks
- Crowded aisles
- Merchandise stacked in walkways
- Poorly placed signage
- Rushed employees
- Floor mats that shift due to foot traffic
Any of these can cause injuries that qualify for a personal injury claim.
Who Is Responsible for Your Injury?
Florida premises liability law requires stores to:
- Keep floors safe
- Clean spills promptly
- Provide adequate lighting
- Control crowds
- Train staff on hazard prevention
If they fail to maintain safe conditions, the store may be liable.
What You Should Do If You Fell While Shopping
- Take photos of the hazard
- Report the incident to store management
- Ask for surveillance preservation
- Get medical attention
- Call a personal injury lawyer
Slip-and-fall injuries may include sprains, fractures, back pain, or long-term mobility issues.
Darfoor Law Firm Fights for Injured Shoppers
We investigate:
- Store cleaning logs
- Security footage
- Witness statements
- Employee negligence
If you fell while Black Friday shopping, you may be entitled to compensation.
