Whether you and your spouse are celebrating an anniversary or you’re getting together with friends, going out to eat can be a wonderful experience. Not only do you get to try new foods, but not having to cook or wash dishes after can be a nice break. Unfortunately, however, what started as a fun night out can quickly turn into a nightmare in the event you sustain injuries while in the restaurant. If this is the case, it is imperative to understand how to proceed to fight for the justice you deserve. The following blog explores the most common accidents and subsequent injuries you can sustain while dining out, as well as the importance of working with personal injury attorneys in Baltimore County to help you during these difficult matters
What Restaurant Injuries Are Common and How Do They Happen?
Unfortunately, due to the nature of restaurants, slips and falls are among the most common injuries patrons can suffer. As spills are imminent, whether from rushed waiters or clumsy diners, if the spill is not cleaned up in a reasonable time or there is no warning informing patrons of the potential dangers, someone walking to their table can slip and fall. Unfortunately, this can result in a litany of injuries, like traumatic brain injuries, sprains, strains, neck and spinal cord injuries, and broken bones.
You may also find that burn injuries are incredibly common. As waiters bring food to tables, they may slip and fall, resulting in hot food and drinks spilling onto diners. If this is the case, you can sustain serious burn injuries, which have a host of complications.
Who Can Face Liability for These Damages?
In the event you sustain injuries while in a restaurant, understanding who can face liability for the injuries you have sustained is imperative. In general, you’ll find that the restaurant will likely face responsibility for the damages you’ve suffered. This is because the owner and management are responsible for ensuring that areas where diners have access, like walkways, vestibules, dining rooms, and bathrooms, are safe and free of hazards. In addition, they must ensure they train staff to properly respond to and remedy any hazards that could arise.
However, if the injury occurs outside of the restaurant, such as in a parking lot shared by multiple businesses, the owner of the lot would face liability. This typically falls onto the shoulders of the property management company, as it is their responsibility to ensure the premises are safe and free of hazards like downed trees, potholes, or inadequate lighting. You should note, however, that if the injury occurs on the walkway leading into the building, the restaurant owner would likely be responsible, as this is part of the property they are responsible for maintaining.
As you can see, sustaining an injury due to the negligent actions of a restaurant owner or property manager can be incredibly complex. However, when you work with an experienced personal injury attorney with the Law Offices of Markey & Orsi, our firm can help you navigate these difficult matters to fight for the best possible outcome. If you are ready to