Are you planning on flying this summer? If so, it is important to be aware of the hazards an airport can pose. Read on to learn more about airport accidents in New Jersey.
What Causes Airport Accidents?
Often, airports have several amenities throughout them that keep travelers entertained and occupied while they wait for their flights. This can include lounges, restaurants, bars, stores, and more. If these locations are not maintained, certain hazards can arise that put people in danger of becoming injured. Some common hazards that can be seen in an airport can include broken sidewalks, insufficient lighting, spills, defective machinery such as elevators or escalators, unsafe stairs, and more.
Can I Take Legal Action for an Airport Injury?
In order to take legal action for an airport injury, you will have to fulfill the burden of proof. To do this, you should:
- Call 911
- The police can send an ambulance to the scene, file an accident report, and more.
- Document the scene
- Take pictures and videos of the hazardous conditions that caused your accident to occur.
- Obtain witness contacts
- If anyone saw your accident occur, ask for their contact information.
- Seek medical attention
- Going to the hospital will ensure that your injuries are properly treated, while also providing you with proof of the origin and extent of your injuries.
- Contact an attorney
- An experienced personal injury attorney can help you recover further proof of negligence. This may include security camera footage, police reports, and more.
Notice of Claim in New Jersey
Often, airports are run on a federal, state, county, or town level, and therefore are considered government property. As a result, when a victim of an airport accident wishes to take legal action, they are suing a privately-owned entity. If you wish to take legal action against a privately owned entity, you will need to file a Notice of Claim. This will notify the airport that you intend to pursue a lawsuit. Generally, the state of New Jersey allows 90 days from the date of the injury to file a Notice of Claim. This is a much shorter time period than New Jersey’s statute of limitations for a personal injury claim, which is generally two years from the date of the accident. Because you may only have 90 days, it is important to reach out to an attorney as soon as possible.
If you have been injured in an airport accident, contact our firm today. We will fight to recover the compensation you deserve.
Contact our Experienced New Jersey Firm
If you have been injured due to the negligence of another party and wish to speak with an attorney, contact the Law Office of Christopher T. Howell, Esq. today.
