Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
An Orlando couple is suing Wal-Mart, alleging loss of consortium and negligence in the injury of the wife.
The pair filed a complaint June 20 in Orange County Circuit Court against Wal-Mart Stores Inc., alleging failure to maintain its premises in a safe condition.
According to the complaint, on June 21, 2014, the woman was shopping at the Wal-Mart when an unsecured sharp corner edge metal tray at the coffee station fell and landed on her left foot, causing her to suffer injuries, impairment, disability, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of earnings and aggravation of a pre-existing condition.
The lawsuit alleges her husband and co-plaintiff suffered the loss of his wife’s services, companionship and consortium.
The couple alleges Wal-Mart Stores failed to provide a safe environment for shoppers, failed to warn the wife of the dangerous condition, and failed to timely repair the condition of its coffee station.
Loss of consortium pertains to the emotional, financial, and physical losses that spouses or family members experience after a negligence injury. It covers both death and personal injuries that may leave the victim without the sexual intimacy, emotional or financial support, or companionship that they had previously, and might still have, had it not been for the negligence of the at-fault party.
Loss of companionship can impact your daily life for a long period of time, which is something that is not always factored into an injury or death financial award. If you have experienced a loss of consortium after a negligence injury, let our Florida Injury Lawyers at Whittel & Melton help you pursue all available outlets for compensation. We will examine your case, inform you of your options, and assist you throughout the entire claims process. We will aggressively pursue the most favorable outcome possible. Call us today at 866-608-5529 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation.