Waxing Salon Injuries | Hair Removal Attorneys

Salons are known for their promises of beautification and relaxation. However many facilities in Los Angeles fail to meet the standards of cleanliness and care required by state licensing agencies. Additionally many fail to practice safe procedures when performing such procedures. If you have contracted any type of disease, illness or infection as a result of visiting a wax salon contact our offices today. We have the resources needed to expeditiously and aggressively handle your case.

Liability for Waxing Injuries

Cosmetologists are required to perform a certain number hours of training before they are qualified to practice in their respective profession. The length of time can range between 5-20 hours of training before they meet the requirements. However, many times establishment performing waxing, manicures, pedicures or other hygiene related services are not properly trained or fail to have the appropriate licenses.

Establishments who employ individuals lacking such credentials will be held liable for negligent employment. Additionally, certain cases allow for liability to attach when the landlord knowingly provides space for operators known to commit such violations. When a landlord leases or rents space to such establishment they can be held vicariously liable. If you have been injured as a result of such acts we suggest you contact our offices where we can evaluate your case and determine whether liability can attach.

Types of Injuries Resulting From Unsafe Waxing

The range of injuries which can be suffered from the negligence of these establishments can vary. A common list of injuries suffered at such establishments can include a range of STD’s, and MRSA. Other leading Waxing salon injuries are as follows

• Fungal Infections
• Reacciones alérgicas
• Skin Burns
• Cuts and lacerations of the skin
• Permanent Loss of Skin or Hair
• Ceguera

If you have recently frequented a waxing salon and your skin now shows signs of infection we recommend that you seek medical attention to treat your injuries. Our offices can help with your monetary recovery. Offering you aggressive representation to help recover for your loss. Other form of compensation for your injuries may include

• Asistencia médica
• Pérdidas o ingresos
• Pérdida de ingresos futuros
• Dolor y sufrimiento
• Daños emocionales y psicológicos
• Daños punitivos

How does California Determine Liability in my case?

Según la Ley de California, una Parte es Negligente cuando falla de una manera esperada de una persona razonablemente prudente actuando bajo circunstancias similares. La negligencia requiere la demostración de cuatro elementos:

1. A Duty of Care is owed to the plaintiff under the circumstances,
2. La parte responsable incumple su deber de diligencia con la parte perjudicada (demandante)
3. El demandado fue la causa real y próxima de los daños del demandante y
4. The plaintiff actually suffered some harm (psychological or physical) as a result of the defendants negligence

What to do After Your Injury

After your injury and treatment it is important to keep detailed records of your injuries. In order to better your claim we recommend you keep records including, receipts, names of cosmetologist, name of the establishment and your medical records. Having detailed information is critical to the success and resolution of your claim.

Clients who keep such records can improve not only the speed of their file, but also the amount of their damages. If you or someone you know has suffered an infection or contracted any other type of disease as a result of visiting a waxing salon contact the waxing salon infection attorneys at Downtown LA Law. Our offices are experienced with handling these types of cases and can help with your recovery.