Hurt at Marshalls in West Palm Beach? What to Know About Store Accident Claims

A trip to Marshalls shouldn't end in an injury - but if it did, you could recover money for your hospital bills, missed work, and other losses. The experienced attorneys at Wolfson & Leon help victims hold negligent businesses accountable.

A quick stop at Marshalls can turn into a painful experience if the store isn’t properly maintained. Maybe you slipped on a wet floor. Tripped on broken tile. Or got hurt by falling merchandise. Accidents like these happen far more often than you’d think, and they can leave you with serious injuries and medical bills.

For more than 60 years, Wolfson & Leon has been helping injured people across South Florida. If you were hurt at a Marshalls, our team of West Palm Beach accident attorneys is ready to talk through your legal options and fight for the compensation you need. Call 561‑997‑7558 today for a free consultation.

In Florida, stores like Marshalls are legally responsible for keeping their property safe for shoppers. That means:

• Cleaning up spills quickly
• Fixing broken steps, loose rugs, or cracked sidewalks
• Making sure displays are secure and aisles are clear
• Providing proper lighting in the store and parking lot

If the store knew or should've known about a dangerous condition and didn't fix it, and you got hurt because of it, you may be able to file a premises liability claim.

But here’s the catch: Florida law (specifically Statute 768.0755) says it's up to you to show that the store knew (or should have known) about the hazard that caused your injury.

• Actual knowledge means someone at the store saw the problem and ignored it
• Constructive knowledge means the issue was there long enough (or happened often enough) that they should have known

That's why fast action is so necessary. You need evidence like video footage, maintenance logs, or witness statements, and that evidence won’t wait around forever.

At Wolfson & Leon, we know how to move quickly, preserve key evidence, and build a strong case that shows exactly how the store failed to protect you.

Marshalls stores can get busy, and accidents can happen just about anywhere on the property. Common hazard zones include:

• Aisles & walkways – spills, clutter, uneven flooring, or poor lighting
• Entrances & sidewalks – rainwater, cracked pavement, slippery mats
• Parking lots – potholes, faded markings, broken curbs, bad lighting
• Display areas – toppling merchandise or unstable racks
• Restrooms & stockrooms – wet floors, leaks, or blocked walkways

In Palm Beach County, there are several Marshalls locations where people shop, and sometimes get hurt:

• Marshalls – 1855 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33401
• Marshalls – 6452 Lake Worth Drive, Lake Worth, FL 33467
• Marshalls – 11031 Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
• Marshalls – 2550 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Knowing the specific store location, date, and time helps us preserve footage and get to the bottom of what really happened.

Store accidents can cause more than just bruised pride. Some of the most common (and serious) injuries we see include:

• Broken bones – especially in the wrists, ankles, hips, and legs
• Head and brain injuries – like concussions or skull trauma from hitting the floor
• Neck and back injuries – including spinal cord compression, nerve damage, or herniated discs
• Sprains, strains, and torn ligaments – especially in knees, ankles, and shoulders
• Deep cuts or puncture wounds – from broken displays or metal fixtures

Older adults are especially at risk. According to the CDC, more than 14 million older Americans fall each year, and falls are the #1 cause of injury in adults 65 and older.

If your injuries are severe, long-term, or keeping you from working or enjoying life, don’t brush them off. You may be entitled to full compensation, and we can help you get it.

Even when a store is clearly at fault, the legal process isn’t always easy. Here’s why these cases can get tricky:

If the store argues that you were partly to blame, for example, if you were distracted, on your phone, or wearing unstable shoes, your compensation could be reduced. Even if you’re just 20% at fault, that’s 20% less in your pocket.

To bring a case in Florida, you'll need to show the store either knew about the danger or should have caught it before you got hurt. That means finding proof that the hazard was there long enough, happened regularly, or was ignored.

Security footage gets deleted. Spill logs get tossed. Employees forget what happened. That’s why timing matters, and why we start our investigation immediately.

At Wolfson & Leon, we know how to uncover what really happened and make sure the insurance companies take your injuries seriously.

Under Florida Statute 768.0755, if your injury involved a transitory foreign substance (like a spill), you must prove the store knew or should’ve known about it and failed to fix it.

And remember: You only have two years after the accident to take legal action in Florida. Miss that deadline, and you may lose your right to compensation, no matter how strong your case.

You don’t have to handle this alone. If you have been badly hurt at a Marshalls store - inside, outside, or in the parking lot - don’t wait to seek legal help.

At Wolfson & Leon, we’ll investigate the accident, collect the evidence, deal with the insurance company, and fight to get you the money you need for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. And you don’t pay us unless we win.

Want to learn more? Call 561‑997‑7558 today or contact us online for your free, no-obligation consultation. We’re here for you, and we’re ready to fight.