Slip and Fall at Store Causes Knee Injury

ByMichael Talve, CEO

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Updated onDecember 17, 2016

Slip and Fall at Store Causes Knee Injury

This case involves a young man slipping and falling at a grocery store. The plaintiff, a twenty-two-year-old male, was shopping in a large grocery store. He was walking down an aisle and he slipped and fell because of spilled olive oil that was on the floor. After the fall, the plaintiff required knee surgery.

Question(s) For Expert Witness

1. What are the safety standards at large retailers and grocery stores, and were they followed in this case?

Expert Witness Response E-004539

inline imageIn slip and fall cases, evidence of a foreign substance on the floor suggests some degree of negligence. I would need to know more exact information about this case including the placement of different products, any signs or warnings, and other factors regarding how items were stored. With more details I would feel confident in providing a more thorough assessment of the accident and its causes. I am a retail safety design expert who has extensive experience with store layout and the safety that comes with each aspect in a retail and grocery store. I have had many director positions with my thirty years of store planning experience

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Michael Talve, CEO

Michael Talve, CEO

Michael Talve stands at the forefront of legal innovation as the CEO and Managing Director of Expert Institute. Under his leadership, the Expert Institute has established itself as a vital player in the legal technology arena, revolutionizing how lawyers connect with world-class experts and access advanced legal technology. Michael's role involves not only steering the company's strategic direction but also ensuring the delivery of unparalleled intelligence and cutting-edge solutions to legal professionals. His work at Expert Institute has been instrumental in enhancing the capabilities of attorneys in case preparation and execution, making a significant impact on the legal industry's approach to expert consultation and technological integration. Michael's vision and execution have positioned the Expert Institute as a key facilitator in the intersection of law and technology.

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