You don’t visit a restaurant like Fazoli’s expecting to be hurt in an accident. However, slip-and-fall accidents can occur anywhere. They may be particularly likely to occur when ownership (or extensions of ownership, such as employees) doesn’t maintain the premises.
Have you been injured in a slip and fall at Fazoli’s or any other restaurant? You may be eligible for financial compensation if so. Learn more by discussing your case with a personal injury attorney who can review the incident and explain potential legal options.
Possible Injuries From a Slip and Fall
Common slip and fall injuries include (but aren’t limited to):
- Fractures
- Head injuries
- Neck injuries
- Back injuries
- Strains
- Sprains
Any slip-and-fall injury could require medical treatment. Depending on the nature of the injury, it may also prevent a victim from returning to work and earning money during their recovery period. Factors that can affect what types of injuries slip and fall victims may sustain include their age, their physical condition, and the position of their bodies upon landing.
Four Elements of Personal Injury
When filing a personal injury insurance claim or lawsuit after a slip and fall at Fazoli’s or any other restaurant, you must establish these elements of a personal injury case:
- The restaurant owed a duty to customers
- Ownership didn’t fulfill its duty
- You sustained injuries
- Your injuries resulted from the ownership’s failure to fulfill its duties
There are many ways ownership can fail to sufficiently protect customers in these circumstances. For instance, maybe you were injured because you slipped on a spill that hadn’t been cleaned up in a timely manner.
How to Win a Slip and Fall Claim
Taking the following steps after a slip and fall can strengthen your case by helping you preserve evidence:
- Report the incident to an employee or manager. Don’t admit fault or say anything suggesting the accident was your fault in any way. If anyone asks you to sign a liability form, tell them you can’t sign anything without reviewing it with an attorney first.
- Gather evidence at the scene by taking pictures and/or video of the conditions that caused your slip and fall. If there are visual signs of your injuries, photograph or video them as well. Ask witnesses to provide their names and contact information.
It’s also vital to see a doctor right away after a slip and fall. This is necessary even if you don’t think your injuries are serious.
Contact a Personal Injury Attorney Today
There are many reasons to strongly consider hiring a personal injury attorney after a slip and fall at Fazoli’s or any other restaurant. A personal injury lawyer can help by:
- Reviewing your case and answering your questions
- Investigating to gather evidence
- Documenting your losses to fight for maximum compensation
- Negotiating with the insurance company while you focus on your recovery
Learn more by taking the Free Case Evaluation today. We’ll connect you with an independent lawyer who subscribes to the site and may be able to help with your case.
*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 Fazoli’s or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
