CHARLESTON — A Kanawha County woman is suing Aldi, alleging negligence that led to injuries for the plaintiff.
Shirley Morse filed a complaint in Kanawha Circuit Court against Aldi Inc. (Maryland), Aldi Inc. (Ohio) and Aldi Inc. (Pennsylvania), alleging failure to follow applicable safety guidelines and regulations.
According to the complaint, on Aug. 26, 2016, Morse visited the Aldi at 434 12th St., Dunbar, when she tripped and fell due to an obstruction lying unseen on the floor. As a result of the incident, the suit says, Morse sustained severe and permanent injuries to her right arm, hand, hip, knee, head and neck, had to undergo medical treatment, will continue to incur medical expenses, suffered annoyance, aggravation and mental anguish.
The plaintiff alleges Aldi allowed the hazardous condition to exist in its premises, and failed to ensure that its premises was safe for its customers.
Morse seeks trial by jury special, general and punitive damages, interest, costs of court and all just relief. She is represented by attorney Kevin P. Davis in Charleston.
Kanawha Circuit Court case number 18-C-1069