Retail stores are covered by the Safe Place Statute. Wisconsin's Safe Place Statute (Wis. Stat. § 101.11) holds employers and property owners to a higher standard than ordinary negligence for the safety of frequenters and employees. They must inspect for and clean up hazards promptly.
Why Stores Are Often Liable
Evidence to Preserve
Report the fall, request the incident report, and photograph the hazard. Surveillance footage is valuable but quickly overwritten.
Common Injuries
Fractures, head injuries, and back injuries from retail falls can be serious, especially for older shoppers.
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