What to Do if You Suspect an Infection After a Pedicure?

If you suspect an infection after a pedicure, you should see your primary care physician about treating the disease and contact a law firm about pursuing financial compensation. Unfortunately, treating and recovering from an infection could result in substantial medical expenses. However, you could be entitled to compensation from the negligent nail salon.

Your medical records will play a pivotal role in your injury claim. A Fort Lauderdale nail salon negligence lawyer can help you build a compelling case for financial recovery. A law firm in your area will offer a free claim evaluation with a consultation team member. You can learn more about your right to compensation and the steps a lawyer will take to hold the salon accountable.

Get Medical Help When You Notice the Signs of Infection After a Pedicure

A nail infection’s symptoms can take hours to days to become apparent. Infections you can from a pedicure include staph, fungal, and bacterial. Seek medical assistance as soon as you notice any of the following warning signs:

• Ridged or detached nails
• Discolored nail or nail bed
• Swelling and redness 
• Brittle, crumbling nails
• Thickening of the nails
• Redness, fever, and pain
• Unpleasant odors and pus

Do not stop getting medical care until your doctor is sure your infection responds appropriately to your treatment plan. Doing so could worsen your physical recovery and hinder your financial recovery.

Get Legal Help When to Hold a Nail Salon Financially Liable for its Negligence

In addition to medical care, you should consider getting legal support if a salon’s negligence led to your infection. An attorney in your area will represent you with kindness and compassion. They will listen to your version of events and clarify your rights and the responsibilities of the nail salon. 

A Law Firm Will Accept Your Case at No Upfront Cost to You

Getting legal help for your injury claim is risk-free since most personal injury lawyers will accept your case on a contingency fee basis. Without requesting a retainer or charging hourly fees, the law firm will cover the following costs:

• Court costs
• Consultations
• Deposition fees
• Mediation costs
• Discovery costs 
• Evidence collection
• Investigation expenses

Your lawyer is only compensated if you are, meaning you will incur no legal fees if you do not win your claim.

Compile Evidence That Builds a Compelling Personal Injury Case File

Personal injury claims rely on compelling evidence to tell your story. In addition, the nail salon and its insurance company will demand proof of negligence. Your case file should include the following:

• Medical records that describe your injuries and their cause
• Photos and video footage of your injuries and the nail salon’s negligent practices
• Interviews with nail salon employees and fellow patrons
• Salon inspection records, including reports to authoritative agencies

Collect all the evidence you can to support your compensation request. If you have a lawyer, they will not ask you or your family to complete this time-consuming task. Instead, they and their investigative team will collect evidence on your behalf to build the strongest case file.

A Lawyer Can Investigate the Nail Salon Where You Received Your Pedicure

When you visit a nail salon for a pedicure, you expect to relax during the service. No one anticipates leaving with an injury or infection. However, if you become infected, you must prove negligence caused your infection. 

Cleveland Clinic research identifies the following potential causes of a nail infection (paronychia):

• Staph infection
• Cuts and hangnails
• Waterborne microorganisms
• Chemical irritation
• Shared pedicure tools
• Trauma to the nailbed 
• Unsanitary salon practices

The salon could be liable if their negligence caused your infection. A lawyer can prove the elements of negligence. These elements are the key to financial recovery, so your legal team will build an evidence file that proves duty of care, breach, causation, and damages.

Damages You Can Recover if Nail Salon Negligence Caused Your Infection

Diagnosing and treating an infection after a pedicure can leave you with short- and long-term medical expenses. You can recover compensation for all the necessary medical care to foster optimal physical recovery. 

In addition to medical bills, you can request compensation for economic damages, including lost income and reduced earning ability. You can also request compensation for the following noneconomic damages:

• Disabilities and limitations caused by the inability to walk due to pain
• Physical disfigurement when an infection leads to unsightly scars and bruises
• Inconvenience caused by physical, mental, and emotional pain and suffering

While every injury claim will have a unique value, a recent victim of nail salon negligence recovered $150,000 in damages. Your legal team will collect evidence that supports the value of your tangible and intangible damages and fight to optimize your settlement.

Act Quickly to Protect Your Right to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Florida

You generally have two years to meet the personal injury statute of limitations, according to Florida Statutes § 95.11. A lawyer can help you avoid the costly consequences of noncompliance by:

• Accurately interpreting the filing deadline
• Exploring any possible exceptions
• Filing your lawsuit within the allotted time

Filing your lawsuit on time is mandatory but can be complicated since the symptoms of a nail infection can take time to develop. When a lawyer handles your case, they can ensure they meet all notification and filing deadlines.

Get Legal Support for Your Nail Salon Infection Claim

If you or someone you love received an infection at a nail salon, it can be hard to know what to do after getting medical care. Our lawyers at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers will explain what to do if you suspect an infection after a pedicure. We will walk you through each phase of the financial recovery process. 

Learn more about your rights and how hard we will work for you with a free consultation. Get yours today from one of our case evaluation team members.