Thursday, November 7, 2013

$70,000 Settlement: Dressing room rack falls, hits woman on head

Plaintiff claims neck pain from pre-existing fusion; case evaluation accepted

In 2012, plaintiff was in a fitting room at defendant department store, where her daughter was trying on dresses. A rack fell from the wall and struck her on the head.

Plaintiff asserted that her injuries included neck pain stemming from a pre-existing neck fusion. In addition, she complained of headache and head pain.

Plaintiff argued that defendant was negligent in failing to inspect and main the fixtures of the fitting room.

Defendant conceded liability, so the discussion concerned the amount and extent of the damages.

Type of action: Personal injury

Type of injuries: Head and neck

Court/Case no./Date: Oakland County Circuit Court; 2012-129921-NO; Sept. 12, 2013

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