Suing A Tattoo Artist? 2 Questions That May Arise And Hurt Your Personal Injury Case

Like medical professionals, such as doctors and surgeons, tattoo artists are held to a certain standard of care when they tattoo your skin. Unfortunately, some of them don't always stand up to this. Some fail to follow proper procedures, such as using new, clean needles or maintaining a sanitary environment. If you were injured by a tattoo artist, you have the right to file a legal claim. However, in order to win your case, you need to prove that negligence occurred. Essentially, in a tattoo injury case, this means that you need to show that the tattooist caused harm to you in one way or another. An example would be that you developed some kind of an infection after the artist used unsanitary tattoo needles. However, it is important to note that tattoo artists have defenses available at their disposal. Here are two questions that could arise during the case and potentially hurt your case.

Did You Follow the Aftercare Instructions Appropriately?

This is one question that you may be asked. When you get a tattoo, you will receive a list of instructions of how you should take care of the tattoo for the next few days as it heals. Usually, you will want to wash it a few times a day for a couple of weeks with an antibacterial soap in order to avoid infection. An ointment (like A+D) should be applied for the first few days. Tight clothing should not be worn so that nothing rubs against the tattoo. You should also stay directly out of water, such as the hot tub, pool, etc. for several weeks. These instructions are all very important because if you don't follow them you can be found responsible for your own infection instead of the tattooist.

Did You Sign a Liability Waiver Before Receiving the Tattoo?

This is another questions that you will likely be asked. It isn't at all uncommon to sign a liability waiver before receiving a tattoo. If you did, the tattoo artist will likely argue that you were informed about the potentially problems and complications that could potentially occur during and after receiving the tattoo and chose to go through with the procedure anyway, as observed by your written signature on the liability waiver.

Hire a Lawyer for the Best Shot at Winning

To conclude whether you actually have a case, your best bet is to schedule a consultation with a personal injury lawyer. An attorney will be able to review the circumstances surrounding your case and determine whether you even stand a chance against the tattoo artist. 

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