Product demonstrator suing Costco over on-the-job injury

 A product demonstrator is suing Costco after being injured by one of the store’s employee.

Charlotte Dickey was demonstrating a product at the Lewisville, Texas, Costco when a Costco employee allegedly rolled over her ankle with a flatbed. Dickey was working in one of the store’s aisles at the time of the accident.

The personal injury lawsuit was filed against Costco Wholesale Corp. on July 21st. The suit alleges that Dickey suffered injuries to her right shoulder and an injury to her left ankle requiring surgery.

In the Texas personal injury lawsuit, Dickey accuses Costco of negligence, claiming the store violated the duty it owed to her to “exercise ordinary care in the operation of its retail sales business.” She is also claiming that Costco failed to provide her with a safe work environment.

Dickey is further alleging that the worker did not properly observe the area around him before rolling out the flatbed.

In her lawsuit, Dickey is seeking damages for her medical expenses, pain and suffering, disfigurement, physical impairment, disability and mental anguish. She is also seeking compensation for lost wages and lost earning capacity.

Dickey’s husband, also a plaintiff in the Texas personal injury lawsuit, is seeking damages for loss of consortium due to his wife’s injuries.

Dickey is not an employee of Costco. She works for C.D.S Club Demonstration Services and was in the store as a representative of her employer at the time of the accident.

To read more about Dickey’s personal injury lawsuit and workplace accident, click here for the complete story.

Fears | Nachawati is a Texas personal injury law firm. We represent individuals who have been hurt on the job in seeking compensation for their injuries and financial losses. Email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation.

 

Hurt on the job? Talk to a Texas personal injury lawyer first

Before you file a worker’s compensation claim, talk to a Texas personal injury lawyer. In some workplace accidents, a party other than your employer may be at fault for your injury. If a third party, such as a vendor or subcontractor, is the cause of your injury, then you may be able to bring a personal injury suit against them.

By first consulting with a Texas personal injury lawyer, you may be able to get more compensation for your injuries. To ensure that you are fully and fairly compensated for your workplace injury, it is wise to speak with an attorney who understand Texas personal injury law and can determine who is responsible for your accident and whether negligence was involved.

If you have been injured while on the job, contact Fears | Nachawati for a free legal consultation. Worker’s compensation may not be your only recourse. Depending on the circumstances surrounding your injury, you may be eligible to bring a third-party claim. Email us at info@fnlawfirm.com or call us on our toll-free number at 1.866.705.7584 for a free consultation.

 

Accidents and Injuries at Work: Employer Reporting Requirements

Frequently, employees and workers do not know the reporting requirements for injuries and accidents that occur on the job.  The Texas Labor Code requires all employers in Texas that do not carry workers' compensation to notify the Texas Department of Insurance--Division of Workers' Compensation in writing .  See Texas Labor Code Section 406.004(a).  Employers that do not comply with reporting requirements are subject to penalties and administrative violations. Similarly, employers with five employees or more are required to notify TDI-DWC of each injury or illness by the seventh day of the following month.  See Texas Labor Code Section 411.032(a).  Employees and workers should be aware that employers are required to notify their employees whether or not they carry workers' compensation insurance.  See Texas Labor Code Section 406.005.  The notice must be posted at conspicuous locations at the employer's place of business.  If you have any questions regarding reporting requirements or compliance with the law, or if you have been injured on the job, call Fears & Nachawati for a free consultation--1 (866) 705-7584 or email mn@fnlawfirm.com.