I Sat on a Chair and It Broke – Can I Sue?

There are many issues with one or more parts of a chair that can cause it to break apart. Aside from normal wear and tear, here are some of the most common defects that can cause you to fall off a chair:

• Uneven base: when a chair has an uneven base, the lack of stability on the ground can cause it to tip or fall over.
• Defective hardware: Bolts, nuts, and screws that do not fit properly or are made of cheap materials can loosen or fall out.
• Faulty locking mechanisms: If you are sitting in a folding chair, problems with the locking mechanism can cause the chair to collapse.
• Poor quality materials: cheap materials or ones that are inappropriate for the type of chair being made is a leading cause of chairs that fall apart.
• Failure to meet industry standards: even if certain standards are not required by law, there are industry specifications that are recommended to ensure that a product is safe. Failure to follow these guidelines may be responsible for a chair collapse incident.
• Defects with chair legs: chair legs that are uneven or improperly attached to the base can break or come loose from the chair.

There are many injuries you can sustain if any part of the chair you are sitting in come loose or fall apart. Here are some of the most common injuries that are associated with chair collapse accidents:

• Tailbone fracture
• Traumatic brain injury from a concussion
• Hip dislocation
• Twisting of the knee, resulting in torn ACL or MCL
• Damage to your teeth (broken or missing teeth)
• Eye injuries, like retinal detachment and optic nerve damage
• Injury to the neck or spinal cord
• Wrist or ankle sprain
• Cuts and puncture wounds
• Chronic pain
• Paralysis in the limbs

Early medical intervention is the best way to prevent permanent complications from any of these injuries, so please see a doctor right away. In addition, talk to a defective chair accident lawyer about the legal options that are available to you.

Yes, if the chair had a defect that existed while it was in the manufacturer’s possession, you can explore the option of filing a product liability claim. Many of the problems that make chairs weak or unstable are due to negligence by the product maker, and this is why many chairs end up being recalled by the manufacturer. However, you don’t have to wait for a recall to sue for injuries caused by issues like defective parts, insufficient hardware, and design flaws. As long as the problem that resulted in the accident occurred during the manufacturing process, you have the right to file a broken chair injury lawsuit against the company that manufactured or distributed the product.

A broken chair accident attorney is available to answer all your questions and help you determine the best legal strategy. Call us at your earliest convenience and schedule a free case evaluation.

It’s possible that you may have a claim against the property owner rather than the manufacturer of the chair. Whether you were injured at a residential or commercial property, you have a right to expect that conditions on the premises are reasonably safe. That includes furniture without defects that can lead to an accident. Unfortunately, many people fail to replace worn or defective chairs, and as a result, a guest or customer can end up being injured from a fall when the chair falls apart.

Contact us today for a free consultation if you are wondering, “Do I have a case against the property owner if I got hurt from a chair that broken while I was sitting on it?”

By filing a lawsuit against the property owner or chair manufacturer, you can receive monetary damages for the harm you suffered. The damages you can recover are based on details that are specific to your accident and the losses you suffered as a result. Your settlement from a defective chair injury lawsuit may include:

• Money to cover your medical costs
• Value of lost income from your job (wages, PTO and other benefits used during the recovery)
• Non-economic damages: pain and suffering, emotional distress
• Property damage
• Legal fees
• Punitive damages

For the most part, lawsuits for chair collapse accidents have a deadline of 2 years. That means you will need to initiate an injury claim with the negligent party no later than 2 years from the accident date. However, the 2-year rule is not absolute, as there are exceptions where the statute of limitations is shorter or longer than normal. A claim for accidents on government property, for example, must be filed in 6 months from the date of injury. As there may be issues that affect how long you have for a defective chair accident lawsuit, please take some time to discuss your case with one of our attorneys.

Our law firm is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day if you have questions about your rights and legal options. Whether you need help with a premises liability claim or a lawsuit against a chair manufacturer, you can count on us to fight for every penny you deserve.

We offer a Zero Fee Guarantee from day one, so you never have to worry about the cost of legal fees. We take your case on contingency and wait till your settlement is recovered in order to cover our expenses. If we don’t succeed in winning your lawsuit, you pay $0, no matter how much work and time we invested in your case.

Reach out to us today and talk to a lawyer who can guide you through the legal process if you were injured from a broken chair.

If I’m Filing a Third Party Lawsuit, How Much Time Do I have?

Generally, the deadline for a personal injury lawsuit in California is 2 years, though claims against a government entity (government employee, department, contractor, etc.) must be filed within 6 months. This window of time begins on the date of the accident, so it’s important to reach out to a lawyer as soon as possible. It can quite a while to obtain evidence, build a solid foundation for a lawsuit, and file the required paperwork with the appropriate court system. Kick starting the legal process as soon as possible is the key to ensuring a favorable outcome if you were injured by someone else’s negligence or misconduct.

Help from a Workplace Accident Lawyer

Diplopia and other symptoms of injuries at work take a lot out of you, physically, emotionally, and financially. That’s why it’s so important to file a claim for the compensation you deserve, but getting the benefits you are entitled to can be challenging for the average person. Our law firm is here for you 24/7, with lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of injured workers for several decades. Whether you need help filing a claim or proving the severity of your injuries to the insurance company, don’t hesitate to give us a call. Our attorneys can also represent you in a personal injury claim if there is a third party that’s liable for your accident.

One thing we will never do is charge you upfront for the cost of legal services. With our Zero Fee Guarantee, all legal fees are recovered once we secure your settlement check. That means if we don’t win your case, we make $0 and you walk away without spending a penny.

Contact us today if you were diagnosed with diplopia after a workplace accident. We look forward to speaking with you during a free, private consultation.

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