At Maison Law, we offer representation to victims of slip and fall accidents at Chipotle and other fast food restaurants. We believe that a restaurant chain should be held fully liable for the harm that they caused you and others by not property taking care of hazards on their property. If you have been hurt in a Chipotle slip and fall accident, please contact us for a free and confidential case consultation.
Do I Need a Lawyer After a Slip and Fall Accident at Chipotle?
If you were involved in a slip and fall accident at a Chipotle restaurant and your injuries are minor, you may not need the assistance of an attorney. However, if your injuries are serious and your life has been financially impacted by an accident, it can help to have the assistance of an attorney by your side.
The unfortunate truth about accidents involving restaurants is that insurers do not have your best interests in mind and are only looking to save as much money as possible. This means that you could discover that your claim has been rejected or that you have been offered much less than you deserve in damages. At Maison Law, we will work to maximize your damages as much as possible and protect you from maltreatment by the insurance company.
What Are Hazards That Lead to Slip and Falls at Chipotle?
As a customer at a Chipotle restaurant, you deserve protection from the moment that you exit your vehicle in the parking lot all the way to when you order your food at the front counter. Even though property owners are supposed to show a duty of care to customers and protect them from hazards, this does not always happen.
These are just a few hazards that could lead to a severe slip and fall at a Chipotle restaurant:
- Spills: Spills are a common reason for slip and falls at Chipotle and other fast food restaurants throughout California. A customer might spill food or drinks and it may not be cleaned up and time, causing another customer to slip. Guests may also bring rain into the restaurant, which could lead to puddles and slips.
- Floor Hazards: If tile is broken on a floor or carpet becomes bunched up, it can easily cause a victim to fall and hurt themselves.
- Parking Lot Hazards: Chipotle is also responsible for the condition of their parking lot. If there is debris or potholes that cause you to trip and fall, they could be responsible for the harm that it causes you.
- Crowding: Chipotle can become incredibly busy at times, especially around the holidays or sports seasons. Overcrowding can easily lead to severe falls with catastrophic results.
What Should You Do After a Chipotle Slip and Fall?
After you have been involved in a Chipotle slip and fall accident, your well-being and health is the most important thing to keep in mind. You also want to collect all of the evidence possible to help you in the event of your claim. Here are some steps that you can take after an accident:
- Immediately seek medical attention. If you are unable to find your way to the hospital on your own, make sure to take an ambulance to get checked out immediately. You do not want to delay medical treatment, as your injuries could be more severe than you initially expected.
- Collect any photographs or videos of the accident scene and your injuries. If you photograph the condition that led to your accident, you have proof of it even if it is cleaned up or otherwise remediated by Chipotle later on.
- Alert a manager so that they can file an incident report relating to your accident, as well as correct the hazardous condition.
- Talk to any witnesses and collect their contact information, as this can be useful if you move forward with a claim.
- Make sure that you receive any follow-up care from your doctor.
- Speak with an attorney so that they can deal with the insurance company and you don’t have to. At Maison Law, we are here to help you protect your rights during these challenging times.
Damages Available in a Slip and Fall Accident Claim
As you work with your attorney, you can start to collect information related to all of the hardships that you faced as a result of your slip and fall accident. You may be able to receive compensation for some of the following damages after an accident:
- The total of all your medical care, as well as what you may expect in the future
- Permanent disability damages
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Travel costs to and from your doctor’s appointments
- Therapy-related expenses
- Punitive damages
It is also imperative to keep deadlines in mind regarding your case. In California, the statute of limitations on personal injury claims is two years from the time that you are injured. If you wait any longer, you may not be able to receive financial recovery. We are waiting to hear from you so that we can help you get started on your claim immediately.
Contact a California Fast Food Slip and Fall Lawyer Immediately
After you have been hurt in a Chipotle slip and fall accident, it is normal to question what options you have. With the help of a knowledgeable attorney at Maison Law, you can start working on your claim and determining who is liable for your damages. We will provide you with resources that you need to get back on your feet. Please do not hesitate to contact us today for more information on how we can assist you.
