Black Friday frenzy has become something of a tradition. Shoppers armed with guns, pepper spray, and bad attitudes will apparently go to any lengths to get a bargain or save a few bucks. To avoid the mayhem, you could observe a few precautions and still save big bucks on your purchases. Our Houston personal injury lawyers offer a few safe shopping tips:
1) Consider shopping on Cyber Monday instead. Many brick and mortar retailers offer special online discounts to shoppers on the web. And you don’t have to fight the crowds or risk being trampled as doors open for special Black Friday sales events.
2) Avoid the big push to get in as store doors open. Some retailers this year are offering staggered sales events with different deep discounts kicking in at different hours.
3) Be willing to let go of that major bargain if capturing it involves confrontation with an idiot ready to take your life or limb.
4) Be conscious of your safety in the parking lot as you walk to and from your car. Try to park close to store doors and in a well-lighted place. Have companions with you if feasible. Last year’s Black Friday sales events saw armed robbers waiting in parking lots to take shoppers’ purchases from them at gunpoint.
5) Plan your shopping trip carefully. Some chain retailers, like Target and Wal-Mart, have different locations that carry the same merchandise but offer less crowded and hectic shopping conditions. You’ll have a better chance of securing your desired bargain items safely if you choose one of the less popular or more out-of-the-way store locations.
Contact our Houston Personal Injury Lawyers if You’ve been Injured in an Accident
Black Friday shopping confrontations led to numerous personal injuries last year. Our Houston personal injury lawyers always offer you a FREE initial consultation to discuss and evaluate your case. You have no obligation to hire an attorney. Your free consultation may be the best bargain you receive all year. Contact us at 281-369-4363 or just fill out our easy online contact form. We’re here to help when you need us.