If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident while at PJ's Coffee of New Orleans, or any other restaurant, due to the owner's negligence in fixing a hazardous condition, you may be entitled to compensation. A wet, slippery floor, inadequate lighting, or an unmarked hazard could lead to a serious injury.
A personal injury lawyer may be able to help you understand your rights, help you gather evidence and negotiate with the relevant insurer so you receive the compensation you deserve. Consult with an experienced personal injury attorney who will help you to protect your interests and hold the negligent restaurant owner accountable for your injuries and losses.
Possible Injuries From a Slip and Fall Accident
The nature of the injury can vary based on the victim’s age, how you fell and any pre-existing injuries. However, a slip and fall accident could cause serious injuries, including broken bones, sprains, concussions, whiplash, a herniated disc and spinal damage. Victims could also suffer from a head trauma, hip fracture, or chronic pain. These injuries can lead to costly medical bills and lost wages. Seeking medical attention and legal guidance is vital after a slip and fall accident.
Four Elements of Personal Injury
The four key elements of a personal injury claim are as follows.
- Duty of care, which means the restaurant had the legal duty to exercise reasonable care toward its customers when they use its premises.
- Breach of duty, which means the restaurant failed to uphold their duty of care by acting in a negligent , reckless, or intentional way that it caused an injury in the slip and fall.
- Causation means the victim of the accident must be able to prove that the restaurant’s breach of duty directly caused the injuries.
- Damages, which are when the slip and fall victim had suffered actual harm or losses due to the slip and fall accident and subsequent injury, such as the paying of medical expenses, losing wages while recovering, pain and suffering, or emotional distress which a calculation can be made for a personal injury claim.
How to Win a Slip and Fall Claim
If you file a claim for compensation you need to do the following:
- Report the accident as soon as possible to the restaurant’s management but do not accept fault;
- File an official accident report to the property owner or manager of PJ's Coffee of New Orleans or any other restaurant
- Never sign a liability form;
- Collect the right evidence such as relevant photos and videos of the scene of the slip and fall accident and the injuries caused;
- Get the names and contact details of witnesses and ask them for written statements;
- Make sure you can prove that PJ's Coffee of New Orleans or another restaurant was negligent and caused you to slip and fall because they failed to adopt basic safety procedures and warn customers about the hazard.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney Today
A lawyer can work on your behalf to get you the compensation you need. This gives you more time to focus on a speedy recovery. An attorney should be able to assist you to gather relevant evidence, establish who is at fault, and compile a solid case. Property owners and insurers are rarely willing to accept legal responsibility.
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*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against PJ's Coffee of New Orleans, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
