Employee Attacks Store Customer – $60,000 Settlement
Whitney, LLP obtained a $60,000 settlement for our clients injured in an employee attack and employee assault at a large Maryland retail store. This blog by Whitney, LLP’s lawyers for employee attacks explains the facts of the case, provides information about what to do after being attacked by a store employee, how to file a retail negligence lawsuit, and your legal rights under Maryland law.
Read our blog about a previous $40,000 settlement Whitney, LLP’s Maryland security guard injury lawyers recovered after our client was injured and attacked by a security guard at a Baltimore concert venue.
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Whitney, LLP represents victims of employee attacks, employee assaults, and customer assaults throughout Maryland, including Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown, Silver Spring, Waldorf, Glen Burnie, Frederick, Ocean City and Ellicott City.
Customers assaulted by employees can hold their employer legally responsible
Employee Attack and Employee Assault at Retail Stores
An employee attack or employee assault at a big-box retailer can turn a routine shopping trip into a frightening experience. Whitney, LLP’s lawyers for employee attacks recently obtained a $60,000 settlement for Maryland clients who were assaulted by a store employee outside a large retail location.
After our clients, a husband and wife, had finished shopping and were preparing to leave, a store employee suddenly approached them. Without warning, the agitated employee began to shout crazy words and suddenly attacked them. After a brief fight, the employee fled. Our clients were shocked but not seriously injured.
After being seen at an urgent care medical center to be evaluated, they were not sure what to do. However, after pressing charges, they decided to pursue a civil claim against their attacker’s employer. They began to search for ‘a lawyer for employee assault’ near me and were referred to Whitney, LLP.
After evaluating their case and determining the employer could be held liable, we began to negotiate a pre-lawsuit settlement with an insurance adjuster. The company soon agreed to pay $60,000 to settle the employee attack claim.
As described on Reddit in a post titled “I was assaulted in a store by an employee, what do it I do?”, store customers have to deal with violent employees more often than most people realize.
What Do I Do After Being Attacked by a Store Employee?
After an employee attack or employee assault, many victims wonder, “What do I do after being attacked by a store employee?” in Maryland?
Here’s what to do:
1. Call 911 immediately if you were hurt or feel unsafe.
2. Report the incident in writing to store management.
3. Demand preservation of video and audio recordings.
4. Do not communicate directly with the employee or company representatives.
5. Call Whitney, LLP for a free legal consultation.
Whitney, LLP has helped multiple victims of wrongful employees at major retail stores and venues. Our employee attack lawyers act quickly to preserve surveillance footage and corporate records, and to file a lawsuit when necessary.
If you are wondering “What do I do after being attacked by a store employee?”, call Whitney, LLP at 410 583 8000 today.
Employee Assault and Retail Negligence Lawsuits
Using the legal doctrine of vicarious liability, a company can be liable for an employee assault or employee attack that occurs during work hours or on store property or otherwise as determined by law and the facts. An employee assault or employee attack may result from poor hiring or supervision, for which the employer can also be held responsible.
When stores fail to protect customers, a lawsuit can recover damages and hold the employer, and employee, responsible. Employee attack lawsuits and employee assault claims often include claims of negligence, assault and battery.
Injured by a Store Employee: Your Legal Rights
If you were injured by a store employee during an employee attack or employee assault, you may be able to recover compensation.
Compensation can include:
- medical bills,
- lost wages,
- pain and suffering, and
- emotional distress.
Whitney, LLP has experience recovering compensation in a variety of claims involving illegal behavior by store employees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Employee Assault
- What do I do after being attacked by a store employee in Maryland?
If you were the victim of an employee attack or employee assault, call 911, seek medical care, and contact Whitney, LLP immediately. Our employee attack attorneys will send a preservation letter to secure video evidence and begin building your retail negligence lawsuit. - Can I sue a store for an employee attack or employee assault?
Yes. Victims of an employee assault or employee attack can file a negligence lawsuit, along with other claims, if the store failed to hire, train, or supervise the employee properly. - What compensation is available after an employee assault?
Damages in a retail negligence lawsuit may include medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. Victims injured by store employees may also be entitled to punitive damages when the conduct was egregious. - How long do I have to file a lawsuit for an employee assault in Maryland?
In Maryland, most employee attack and employee assault claims must be filed within three years from the date of the incident. However, acting quickly helps preserve evidence.
Acting quickly can protect your rights and preserve evidence.
Daniel Whitney, Jr. and Daniel Whitney, Sr. of Whitney, LLP
Maryland Employee Assault Lawyers – Whitney, LLP
If you were the victim of an employee attack or employee assault at a retail store and are wondering, “What do I do after being attacked by a store employee?”, call Whitney, LLP at 410 583 8000, or use our Quick Contact Form, to discuss your potential case.
