PHILADELPHIA – An H&M customer who allegedly suffered spinal injuries in an accident at their Upper Darby store location is pursuing legal damages against the retailer in a Philadelphia court.
Markeisha Manigault of Philadelphia filed suit in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas on Feb. 22 versus H&M (also known as “Hennes & Mauritz”), also of Philadelphia.
On Oct. 8, 2016, Manigault was a customer inside the H&M store in Upper Draby, when after entering the property, she was allegedly caused to fall on a wet surface not covered by a floor mat or anti-slip devices found at the entrance.
This incident is said to have resulted from an alleged negligence in allowing that condition to exist, failing to warn customers of the dangerous condition and failing to ensure a safe walking environment for customers, among other charges.
According to the lawsuit, Manigault incurred injuries to various body parts, including to her spine and right side; pain and suffering; loss and enjoyment of life’s pleasures; financial losses, including medical expenses; other injuries and damages suffered as a result of the incident, which occurred on Oct. 8, 2016.
For a count of negligence, the plaintiff is seeking damages not in excess of $50,000.
The plaintiff is represented by Peter J. McNamara in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas case 180202122
From the Pennsylvania Record: Reach Courts Reporter Nicholas Malfitano at nickpennrecord@gmail.com