Suffern, New York — A New Jersey man has rejected a $75,000 settlement offer from Walmart and is now pursuing over $2 million in damages following a severe slip-and-fall incident within the store.
Ramon W. Camilo filed a lawsuit in federal court on Monday, claiming that on July 26, 2024, he slipped on a “manhole-sized puddle of light brown liquid” in the self-checkout area of the Suffern Walmart. According to his attorneys, the fall resulted in catastrophic back and spinal injuries that necessitated lumbar fusion surgery.
Walmart’s legal team reached out to Camilo five days after his initial legal filing, offering a settlement contingent upon his agreement that he had experienced no other losses. Camilo’s attorney, Mitchell A. Dornfield, declined the stipulation, leading to the decision to pursue further legal action.
As Camilo intensifies his claim against Walmart, he asserts that the company’s negligence directly contributed to the injuries he sustained. His case is part of a growing trend in New Jersey, where another resident has also taken legal action against the retail giant under similar circumstances.
Winifred Freeman, a 67-year-old woman from Mount Laurel, has filed a lawsuit claiming she was injured by a heavy restocking cart while inside a Walmart on East Route 70. She has reported serious injuries affecting her head, neck, shoulders, and back, which her attorneys say have caused permanent damage.
These incidents highlight ongoing concerns regarding safety and negligence within large retail environments. Camilo’s case, alongside Freeman’s, underscores the potential consequences of insufficient safety protocols in stores that see high foot traffic.
As the legal process unfolds, both plaintiffs aim to shed light on the responsibilities of retailers in maintaining safe shopping environments for customers.
The outcomes of these lawsuits could have broader implications for Walmart and similar retailers if they reveal systemic issues in safety management.
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