Going to Ohio Stadium in Columbus or any other sports arena is supposed to be an exciting, memorable experience. However, when property owners or event organizers fail to prioritize safety, that exciting, memorable experience can become a nightmare. Slippery steps, overcrowded sections, falling objects, or negligent security can lead to lasting injuries, time off work, costly medical bills, and significant emotional trauma.
Based in Columbus, Ohio, the experienced personal injury attorneys at Ross, Midian & Breitmayer, LLC, fight to hold negligent parties accountable when they fail to maintain safe premises for visitors. We can investigate the accident, determine who might be responsible, and seek maximum compensation on your behalf. Contact us today to learn more.
Working with a reputable law firm on your sports arena injury case can take the overwhelming pressure of pursuing compensation off you and allow you to focus on recovery. Here’s why we believe Ross, Midian & Breitmayer, LLC, is an excellent choice for you:
Modern sports venues are massive structures hosting tens of thousands of visitors, with concession stands, stairs, escalators, and countless moving parts. With so many people and hazards in one place, accidents can happen in many ways, including:
Each of these accidents can result in serious, potentially life-altering injuries. Often, they involve property owner or event organizer negligence. Our team can investigate the accident to determine how it occurred, who may have caused it, and what kind of compensation you may be entitled to.
Determining liability in stadium accidents is often complicated, as multiple parties may bear responsibility for your injuries. Potentially liable parties include:
Sometimes, more than one party may bear responsibility simultaneously. Establishing liability requires thorough investigation and evidence preservation.
Stadium and arena accidents differ from a typical premises liability claim. These cases involve complicated property ownership structures and insurance policies, as well as unique laws that don’t typically apply to accidents in smaller buildings or private residences.
Factors that can make these cases particularly challenging include:
These unique considerations can complicate your claim, but that doesn’t mean you can’t recover the compensation you deserve. It just means you need a skilled legal team with the knowledge and experience to tackle these challenging cases.
Taking the right steps after an accident can protect your health and strengthen your personal injury claim. Here’s what to do:
Compensation for a stadium or sports arena accident claim depends on the nature of your injuries and how they impact your life. Your attorney will likely seek compensation for the following on your behalf:
Under Ohio law, you typically have two years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. However, if a government entity owns the stadium, you may need to file a Notice of Claim within a few months of the incident to pursue your claim.
Missing the filing deadline generally means losing your right to recover compensation. That’s why acting quickly and contacting an experienced attorney is crucial for protecting your legal rights.
Stadium or sports arena injury cases can be complicated and challenging. You need skilled legal counsel to guide you through this process. Your attorney can help by:
Giant sports arenas have teams of lawyers and big insurance companies who want to weaken or outright deny your claim. Working with a skilled attorney in Columbus or elsewhere in Franklin County can level the playing field and help protect your legal rights.
If you’ve suffered injuries at a stadium or sports arena, you need a dedicated law firm to fight for the compensation you deserve. The team at Ross, Midian & Breitmayer, LLC, has the experience necessary to tackle these complicated cases and hold the negligent parties responsible. Contact us today for your free consultation.
