Going to a concert or music festival can be exceptionally fun. You likely saved up for a ticket and spent weeks or even months preparing your outfits, listening to your favorite bands, and getting excited for the event to come. However, all of that excitement could dissipate if you get hurt and sustain other damages. If you attended a concert or music festival in New Jersey and left with injuries and losses, you may be wondering about your legal rights to sue and recover compensation. Understanding your options is imperative, so it is highly recommended that you speak with an experienced legal professional. Contact a Bergen County injury lawyer to schedule your free consultation with a knowledgeable attorney today.
Can I Sue for Injuries Sustained at a Concert or Festival in NJ?
Yes, if you sustained injuries at a concert or festival, you can sue for compensation and damages. Under New Jersey premises liability law, property owners, lessees, event organizers, and occupants are responsible for providing welcomed guests with a reasonably safe and maintained environment, free from hazards and danger. This is a duty of care that is owed to you as an attendee of the event.
If the venue owner or operator breached this duty and caused or contributed to your accident and injuries, they can be held liable for your damages. For example, if your injury was the result of inadequate security, poor maintenance, leaks, poor lighting, loose flooring, broken stairs, or other unsafe conditions, you could sue for damages.
In some cases, a third party could be liable for your injuries as well, like a contracted security company or vendor present at the event. Another guest or attendee of the event could also have caused or contributed to your accident through their negligent or reckless behavior. Understanding the individuals or entities who can be held responsible is important in protecting your rights and ensuring you can be fairly compensated.
What About Waivers and Disclaimers?
Oftentimes, an event ticket or website includes fine print stating that by purchasing a ticket to the event, you waive your right to take legal action against them. These types of waivers and disclaimers can protect venues from certain legal liability. However, just because your ticket came with a waiver or disclaimer does not mean that you have no legal right to compensation or legal action. You may be able to challenge a waiver depending on the circumstances of your injury and the wording of the agreement.
Personal injury law is often complex, so it is highly recommended that you consult with an experienced lawyer when pursuing legal action against any entity, but especially a venue owner or event organizer. Reach out to a knowledgeable attorney at Feitlin, Youngman, Karas & Gerson, LLC to set up your free consultation today.
