Restaurant Accident Lawsuit Loans

Restaurant Accident Lawsuits Overview

While restaurants are mainly for joyful occasions with family and friends, accidents do occur. The United States Census Bureau reports that there are more than 500,000 restaurants in the United States. More than 130 million Americans eat at these restaurants each day. Given the large amount of foot traffic, many accidents happen in restaurants. Laws require restaurant owners to provide a safe environment for patrons.

If you suffer an injury as a result of a restaurant’s negligence, Uplift Legal Funding can help. We provide premises liability lawsuit loans to plaintiffs injured in restaurants and other establishments. This article will provide you with more information on restaurant lawsuits and lawsuit loans.

Injuries That Qualify For Restaurant Lawsuit Loans

Premises liability holds restaurant owners accountable for any foreseeable hazards. If a preventable accident occurs on their property and results in injury, they have breached their duty of care and can be held liable.

The most common types of accidents at restaurants are the following:

• Slip and falls – These accidents are most often caused by slippery floors (spilled drinks or wet bathroom floors).
• Food poisoning – These bacterial infections occur when food is prepared in unclean conditions and/or stored improperly. Severe food poisoning can lead to brain damage or even death.
• Broken teeth – A customer can bite into a piece of plastic or another foreign object that ended up in their food. Broken teeth are not only painful but can rack up substantial medical bills.
• Scalding – Hot plates, beverages, and soups can cause painful and damaging burns.
• Choking – The National Safety Council reports that thousands of people die each year from choking, with many of these incidents occurring at restaurants. It is up to the restaurant to promptly seek medical attention.
• Dram Shop – Dram shop laws allow for lawsuits against bars and restaurants that overserve customers who subsequently get into an accident.

Restaurant Liability

As in any personal injury case, the injured party (or plaintiff) must prove negligence on the part of the defendant. This means a direct link must be shown between the defendant’s carelessness and the accident that resulted in the plaintiff’s injury. It is important to note that the hazard must be foreseeable to the defendant. For example, if the bathroom floor has been slippery for an hour and someone slips, that is foreseeable to a manager—especially if other customers complained. However, if a customer spills a drink and ten seconds later someone slips and falls, that is unforeseeable to the manager, who probably did not have enough time to react.

When proving liability, evidence is essential. Valuable evidence includes the following:

• Incident report – It is important to speak with a manager or staff member after the incident occurs. Tell them exactly what happened and ask them to document it. You will both need this report to give to your insurance companies.
• Medical report – If your injuries are severe enough, paramedics will document your injury and treatment. This is crucial in the event that you require future treatment, which potentially increases your settlement.
• Witness statements – Family and friends with you at the scene make great witnesses. However, even strangers can add value to your case. Just be sure to speak with them quickly and ask them to write down their account of what happened, as well as sign the document.
• Photos and videos – As always, remember the value of photos and videos. These serve as solid proof of what happened. Using your cell phone works perfectly. Ensure that all footage is time-stamped.

Uplift Legal Funding

An unforeseen injury can lead to extensive medical costs, lost wages, and more. Uplift Legal Funding is on the plaintiff’s side. We provide you with essential financial assistance before you receive your settlement. And the best part is, you only have to pay us back if you win your case! Apply online or give us a call at (800) 385-3660.