How long do I have to file this claim?
Three years from the date of the incident. Since surveillance footage and other evidence are often lost well before then, contact a Charleston Dollar Tree attorney promptly to build the strongest case.
What if my symptoms appeared days later?
Brain injuries, disc herniations, and deep soft tissue injuries often have delayed onset. This doesn’t eliminate your claim, but contact an attorney as soon as symptoms appear and give your doctor a full account of the incident at your first visit.
What if Dollar Tree denies responsibility?
A denial is just the company’s opening stance. An independent investigation gathering surveillance footage, inspection records, witness accounts, and medical records provides the factual basis to challenge it.
Are parking lot injuries covered?
Yes. Dollar Tree’s liability extends to its parking lot and surrounding property, including cracked pavement, poor lighting, cart obstructions, and unmaintained entrances. These injuries are treated the same as in-store falls under South Carolina law.
What if there was no warning sign?
The absence of a warning sign is direct evidence Dollar Tree failed its duty of care. Photograph the absence at the scene and document it when reporting the incident to store management.
Can I sue over cluttered aisles?
Yes. Dollar Tree has a duty to maintain safe aisles. The company is liable for injuries caused by its own merchandising practices. The store format doesn’t excuse the obligation to manage these conditions safely.
How long does Dollar Tree keep security footage?
Typically thirty days or less before it’s automatically overwritten. Contact a Charleston Dollar Tree attorney promptly to ensure a preservation demand is sent before the footage is lost.