The term “accident” is something of a misnomer as most accidents have a human cause. If you slip and fall over, for instance, it was either your fault, because you weren’t looking where you were going, or it was the fault of whoever owned the place where you had your accident.
Slip and fall accidents are rarely fatal but that doesn’t mean they don’t cause serious injuries. If the injuries have been caused by negligence, a personal injury claim can help to pay for unexpected medical costs and lost income.
To be assured of a successful outcome, compensation claims are best handled by a competent lawyer.
How a Restaurant Visit Could End In an Injury
One of the characteristic things about slip and fall accidents are that they usually happen unexpectedly. That means that what might seem a simple fall can mean a serious injury such as a broken limb or a dislocated joint, especially the hip or shoulder. The tendency is when slipping suddenly to fling an arm out to break the fall.
The arm itself can get damaged as the person hits the floor with consequences for the hand, wrist and arm bones. The other possibility in a restaurant situation is if the person falls and hits something hot, sharp or hard as they fall. This is may be serious especially when injuries to the face or head can take place.
Ordinarily, clean, well managed restaurants are unlikely to present a slip and fall hazard. If the restaurant is not so well looked after, slip and hazard accidents are more likely to happen.
The usual hazards that occur in a restaurant are poorly fitting carpets or floor coverings, food or soft drinks spilled on the floor and not cleaned up quickly enough and wet floors that have been cleaned without the usual yellow warning notices propped up.
Call a Personal Injury Attorney if Your Accident Was Not Your Fault
Considering the potential expense of a serious injury or injuries as a result of a slip and fall accident in a Chuck-A-Rama or any other restaurant, you should seriously consider getting legal help before submitting a claim for compensation.
Don’t expect insurance companies that represent clients like a restaurant or store just to give out cash if you make a direct claim. They are much more likely to make a fairer payment under pressure from an experienced personal injury lawyer.
*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 Chuck-A-Rama, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
