When you set foot in your relaxing and calming treatment room the last thing you want to think about is a client filing a lawsuit against you. It can arise from something as simple as an eyebrow waxing, chemical peel, or even a make-up application. In any case, a lawsuit can cost thousands of dollars, if not more. Here are some tips to prevent you from being the subject of a lawsuit, and what to do if you think (or you know) that someone might file a lawsuit against you.
Avoiding a Lawsuit
(1) Always follow state laws.
(2) Practice within the scope of your license.
(3) Maintain current copies of MSDS in your treatment rooms.
(4) Practice care and concern in all of your sanitation and disinfection procedures.
(5) Do not practice on inflamed skin or clients with open wounds; turn down the business.
(6) Carry skin care liability insurance on yourself and/or your business.
(7) Verify your liability insurance covers Brazilian Wax-some require a special certification for coverage!
When a Lawsuit is Brewing
(1) Do not admit fault.
(2) Never give free services or products to the person who intends to sue you; it could be considered an admission of guilt by the courts.
(3) Contact your insurance carrier immediately if you think you might be sued and/or a client has either made a verbal or written communication suggesting that they will file suit.
(4) If you do not have liability insurance then you might need to retain an attorney to defend you.
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