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Wet Entrance, Open Door: Why the Ruling Against a Supermarket Is More Than a Damages Case

Who Is Responsible for a Wet Shop Entrance in Mallorca?

In Mallorca, a store must take proper precautions when rain makes the entrance unsafe.

Published: April 22, 2026
Wet Entrance, Open Door: Why the Ruling Against a Supermarket Is More Than a Damages Case

Answer

Who is responsible for safety at a shop entrance in Mallorca, the customer or the store?

The store has a duty to keep the entrance reasonably safe for customers. While people should still be careful in wet weather, the court in Palma made clear that a business cannot rely only on common sense or the fact that it is raining. Organisational precautions and safe access are part of the operator’s responsibility.

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