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<\/a>\r\nVery few people think of going to the gas station to fuel their vehicle as anything but a chore that makes their schedule a bit tighter as they wait for a pump or experience the frustration of a slow gas pump. No one ever thinks of the safety concerns or hazards that could result in severe injuries and expenses simply because you were trying to pump gas so that you could continue running errands or driving to work. Sadly, many injuries occur each week in the state because of a gas station pump malfunction at one of these very popular gas stations:<\/p>\r\n
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- Chevron \u2013 1882 locations<\/li>\r\n
- Shell \u2013 1382 locations<\/li>\r\n
- ARCO \u2013 1100 locations<\/li>\r\n
- 76 \u2013 819 locations<\/li>\r\n
- Marathon Petroleum \u2013 814 locations<\/li>\r\n
- Exxon Mobile \u2013 554 locations<\/li>\r\n
- Valero Energy \u2013 442 locations<\/li>\r\n
- HF Sinclair \u2013 214 locations<\/li>\r\n
- Pilot Flying J \u2013 41 locations<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
In addition, COSTCO has 142 fuel centers in the state, and Sam\u2019s Club has 29 in California. Given the volatility of gasoline, you would think that these pumps would be carefully inspected. However, the requirement is only for an annual test of the devices, which are primarily focused on accurate measurement and delivery rather than the safety of the customers using them.<\/p>\r\n
If you or a loved one recently suffered an injury due to a gas station pump malfunction, please know that the dedicated staff at DTLA Law Group is here to help you get the justice and compensation you deserve. Our office team can be reached 24\/7 to answer all your time-sensitive questions and help you understand your rights. In addition, they are eager to help you book your free consultation with a seasoned DTLA Law Group gas pump malfunction injury attorney. After you relate the facts of the incident to your attorney, they will explain the legal merit of the case and your ability to file a personal injury lawsuit to get the financial compensation you deserve for the harm you suffered.<\/p>\r\n
But please know that even after getting this valuable guidance from our attorney, you are never obligated to file a lawsuit against the gas station or hire DTLA Law Group, even if you later decide to pursue legal action. Our goal is only to ensure that you and all personal injury victims who are harmed because of someone else\u2019s negligence have the information and resources to receive the compensation needed to avoid costly medical debt and other financial hardships because of the harm inflicted upon them. Please reach out to our office team today, as there is a time limit for you to take legal action to seek justice.<\/p><\/div>\r\n
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Slip & Fall at a Movie Theatre<\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n <\/li>\r\n <\/ul>\r\nCommon Injury Incidents That Can Be The Result Of A Gas Station Pump Malfunction<\/span>\r\nWhen a gas station pump malfunctions, there are many possible injury incidents that could quickly occur and result in significant harm to you and others nearby. In most cases, the defect or damage to the pump results in an inability to turn off the nozzle and stop the fuel from flowing. In a matter of seconds, this very flammable and poisonous fluid could be coating everything nearby, including you, your vehicle, and the ground. In these cases, the most common injury incidents to happen include:<\/p>\r\n
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- Slip and fall incident due to the gasoline on the ground<\/li>\r\n
- Trip and fall accidents because the victim is trying to turn off the pump and falls over the hose\u00a0 or curbing<\/li>\r\n
- Fires are also common if there is a spark that ignites the fuel vapors<\/li>\r\n
- Respiratory damage from inhaling the fumes of the gasoline<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
If you are the victim of a malfunctioning gas station pump, please be careful to place the nozzle on the ground and get the attention of someone working at the gas station to manually turn off the power to the fuel pumps and stop the flow of this hazardous but essential fluid.<\/p>\r\nCommon Injuries Suffered Due To A Gas Station Pump Malfunction<\/span>\r\n
You might think that the only major issue you will suffer when a gas station pump malfunctions is the damage to your shoes or ruining the clothing you are wearing due to the lingering odor of the fuel. However, that is not what you should be concerned about, as these incidents typically end in severe harm to one or more injury victims. They are unable to move away from the flooding gasoline in a safe manner, and the incident often results in them suffering one or more of these possibly severe injuries:<\/p>\r\n
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- Back, neck, or spinal cord damage<\/li>\r\n
- Fractured, broken, or shattered bones<\/li>\r\n
- A compound fracture<\/li>\r\n
- Joint dislocations and the destruction of the soft connective tissue of the joints<\/li>\r\n
- Severe lacerations or puncture wounds<\/li>\r\n
- Harm to internal organs and internal bleeding<\/li>\r\n
- Contact burns from a fire<\/li>\r\n
- Damage to the throat and respiratory system due to inhalation of the caustic gas fumes<\/li>\r\n
- Soft tissue damage and the destruction of nerves<\/li>\r\n
- Facial injuries to the eyes, ears, nose, or mouth<\/li>\r\n
- Head injuries that can range from a severe concussion or skull fracture to more serious brain bleeds or other traumatic brain injuries<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nWho Is To Blame For Injuries Caused By A Gas Station Pump Malfunction?<\/span>\r\n
As you might know, according to premises liability law, the owner of every private and public property is required to meet specific safety standards to protect the guests of the property. The rules include gas stations. The owner of the gas station and their staff are obligated to conduct routine inspections of the property to locate any safety concerns or hazards. When they discover any safety concerns or one is reported to them by a patron, they must provide at least the same level of care as would be offered by the average prudent person facing a similar issue.<\/p>\r\n
If the staff at the gas station fails to conduct the inspections, repair, and issue, or block off a faulty gas pump within a reasonable amount of time, they can be deemed negligent in their duty of care. In addition, if it is later found that the staff negligence contributed to or caused a guest injury, the gas station owner can be held liable for the losses and expenses suffered by the victim due to their injuries. If you feel that your injuries caused by a gas station pump malfunction were the result of staff negligence or that negligence was a factor in the incident, please get in touch with DTLA Law Group today to discuss the incident and the possibility of a personal injury lawsuit.<\/p>\r\nHow Much Is My Gas Station Pump Malfunction Injury Lawsuit Worth?<\/span>\r\n
Unfortunately, there is no fast answer to the inquiry about the value of any personal injury lawsuit. You should know that each case will be evaluated, and the compensation amount awarded by the court will be based on the victim\u2019s actual losses and expenses created by the injury incident. Working closely with the DTLA Law Group legal team handling your lawsuit, you will gather all the supporting documents to confirm the allowable expenses you incurred. The items most often used in the process include but are not always limited to:<\/p>\r\n
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- The replacement cost of any personal property that was damaged or destroyed in the injury incident<\/li>\r\n
- Your lost income if the harm suffered in the injury incident prevented you from working at your regular job until you were fully healed and cleared by a medical professional to return to your duties at work<\/li>\r\n
- The cost of all legal services related to the preparation, filing, and litigation of the gas station pump malfunction injury lawsuit<\/li>\r\n
- All current and projected medical expenses related to the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of the injuries suffered at the gas station due to the pump malfunction, as well as any therapy or counseling needed to overcome the stress and trauma of the incident and injuries it caused<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n
In cases that involve severe harm to the victim and a lengthy recovery process, they are permitted to seek added compensation for their pain and suffering. Because this is not a documented amount like a legal bill or medical expenses, you will rely on the DTLA Law Group legal staff to offer guidance in selecting a fair and reasonable amount for this aspect of your compensation.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n
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<\/a>\r\nHow Long Do I Have To Sue The Owner Of The Gas Station?<\/span>\r\nAs the victim of a personal injury., you are given two years from the date of the injury incident to file a lawsuit with the court. If the case is not in the hands of the court when the time limit expires, the victim loses the right to ever seek compensation and justice for the result of that incident via a lawsuit. In addition, it is critical to understand that there are minimal exceptions that would provide you added time to seek justice once the original time limit has passed. Please contact the skilled staff at DTLA Law Group today to discuss the case and the time remaining for you to take legal action.<\/p>\r\nNo Upfront Legal Fees Or Added Stress At DTLA Law Group<\/span>\r\n
When you select the skilled legal professionals at DTLA Law Group to handle your gas station pump malfunction injury lawsuit, you never need to feel stressed about how to pay for upfront legal fees or expenses. Our firm never demands any payment before the case is resolved. Only after your case is completed and you have the compensation that includes funds to cover your legal costs and other expenses do you pay DTLA Law Group. This simple policy ensures that all victims of personal injuries have the access and support needed to secure any compensation owed to them. In addition, if DTLA Law Group fails to win your case and deliver that much-needed funding, you owe the firm nothing for its time and investment. Please reach out to our staff today to discuss this important process that can resolve the hardships you face because of another person\u2019s negligence.<\/p><\/div>\r\n
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