With football season rapidly approaching, fans are eagerly anticipating going to games and supporting their favorite teams. Unfortunately, players are not the only people who might experience injuries at a game.
If you are injured or harmed at a football game, are you eligible to file a personal injury claim? Can you obtain compensation? Who is liable? The answers to those questions depend on case-specific factors. An experienced Joliet, IL personal injury attorney from McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC can tell you if you have a valid claim and how we can help.
What Kinds of Spectator Injuries Happen at Football Games?
Where crowds gather, the chances of injuries increase. Football stadiums are prime examples. Spectators walk, drive, or utilize public transportation to get to the game. They walk through parking garages, lots, and sidewalks to enter the facility. Stairs and ramps typically lead to seating areas, with food and merchandise vendors typically available on site.