ABA Family Legal Guide

Personal Injury

Negligence

Some Special Situations

The store where I bought my wedding gown failed to deliver it in time for the ceremony. What can I do?

Although you no doubt suffered some distress, it is unlikely that you have a personal injury case. The store was negligent in failing to get your dress to you on time. Although it may have been traumatic for you, you generally would have to show a physical manifestation of the mental anguish. You may, however, have a case for breach of contract. You can find more information about what to do in this kind of situation in chapter 9, "Contracts and Consumer Law."