Claim Jumper is a restaurant that specializes in steaks and other casual dining menu options. Each location also has a full-scale bar, so patrons can enjoy a beer or cocktail with their meal. Essentially, the restaurant is a great place where family, friends, and coworkers can enjoy a night of good food in a laid-back atmosphere.
Like any restaurant, Claim Jumper locations are run by a team of managers and staff members. Hopefully, these people are serious about their job duties and making sure that the premises are safe and clean at all times. Unfortunately, there are many hazards that are unresolved by the restaurant chains and the people who work for them. That’s why the following incidents are common occurrences at places that serve food and alcohol:
- Slip and fall
- Trip and fall
- Burn injuries caused by hot food / beverages / hot plates
- Accidents in the bathroom due to leaks, dirty floors, defective handicap rails, etc.
- Injuries caused by falling objects
- Chair collapse / broken chair accidents
- Injuries to pedestrians, car crashes, and other parking lot incidents
- Food poisoning
- Choking on a foreign object
- Assault and battery
- Sexual assault
- Overserving of alcohol to minors
The legal team of Normandie Law Firm is ready to help, so don’t hesitate to contact us, whether you need a slip and fall lawyer or a workers’ compensation attorney for being injured at a Claim Jumper Steakhouse location. We look forward to representing you and fighting for the compensation you deserve.
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Am I Eligible for a Lawsuit against Claim Jumper?
Yes, you can sue Claim Jumper for an accident on restaurant property if your accident was caused by negligence or intentional misconduct. Misconduct refers to unlawful acts, like a security guard forcibly restraining you without legal justification (for example, you were threatening to harm them or someone else). But negligence is not quite as direct, as it refers to:
- A failure to take reasonable care that could have prevented an accident.
- A failure to act appropriately in the event someone is harmed on the property
These factors form the basis of a premises liability lawsuit, which allows you to sue a property owner for breaching their duty of care to you. As an example, let’s say you slipped and fell on water that was spilled on the floor by another customer. Though the restaurant didn’t create the hazard, they are responsible for cleaning up the spill and putting up Wet Floor signs to warn others to stay away from the area. You can also claim damages caused by a Claim Jumper employee, like a waitress that spilled hot coffee on your arm.
Security, or lack thereof, is another issue that can lead to physical and emotional injuries. For example, a sexual predator may take advantage of bathroom stalls with broken locks to sexually assault someone. Assault and battery can also take place in parking lots with inadequate lighting, overgrown shrubs, and other elements that can be used by criminals.
In essence, there are many circumstances that can be used as justification to file a Claim Jumper injury claim. However, proving liability by the company and obtaining maximum payment requires assistance from a restaurant accident injury attorney.
Claim Jumper Restaurant Workplace Injury Claims
Restaurant employees have a greater chance of being injured compared to customers, as they are working with sharp tools, hot food, and other dangerous conditions all day long. If you were injured during your shift at the Claim Jumper, you don’t have to show negligence by anyone to receive benefits through workers’ compensation. All you have to do is tell your supervisor that you got hurt and go to the hospital they recommend for treatment. Your employer will also give you paperwork that’s needed to file a claim with their workplace injury insurance provider.
The claims process should be simple, but there are roadblocks that claimants run into which can hold up their payments for medical bills and missed wages. You must also report your injuries and file a claim within the statutory deadline. First and foremost, report your accident to your employer immediately, though you technically have 30 days to do so. Then, make sure that your claim forms are filed within 1 year of the accident, which is the State of California’s deadline for a workplace accident case. A workers’ comp lawyer is available to assist you day and night, so call us if you have any questions or concerns.
How Much can I Receive from a Claim Jumper Accident Claim?
The amount of damages from a restaurant injury claim can be under $15,000 for those with minor injuries, while cases of severe bodily harm may be settled for over $2,000,000. The majority of our clients have multiple injuries or health conditions with long-term complications. Their settlements typically include non-economic damages, like pain and suffering, and as a result, payments of $125,000 to $500,000 are not uncommon, with some claimants receiving well above $1,000,000 from being injured at a restaurant.
How Long Do Restaurant Injury Claims Take to Settle?
Based on the severity of your injuries and various other factors, a Claim Jumper injury case can take between 6 and 24 months to settle. Overall, those with serious injuries may need to wait 1 to 2 years before they receive payment from an accident claim. This is particularly true if you end up with permanent complications, like loss of function or brain damage. On the other hand, cases involving relatively minor injuries can often be resolved within a few months.
While it’s rare, there are instances where a lawsuit progresses to a trial. If your case requires intervention from the court, the settlement process can take over 3 years. However, it’s worth noting that the rate of cases that are tried in court is less than 5% based on our experience.
What is the Deadline if I want to File a Lawsuit?
In California, the statute of limitations for a personal injury lawsuit is 2 years of whenever the incident occurred. So, you have 24 months starting from the date of the accident to file a claim for monetary damages, like pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages due to your recovery needs.
In the case of sexual assault, you are given 10 years to sue the negligent party if you were an adult at the time you were abused. If you were a minor, meaning you were younger than 18, you have until the age of 40, i.e., 22 years from when you are an adult to file a claim for child sexual assault. There are some other issues that may affect the amount of time you have for a sexual abuse lawsuit, which you can discuss with one of our attorneys.
Filing an accident claim on time is crucial, as the courts are unlikely to give you an extension beyond the normal statute of limitations. That means you will lose the right to sue and obtain the payment you need to cover your monetary losses and move forward with your life. That’s why we implore you to contact us immediately and initiate a claim for negligence or misconduct.
Contact Normandie Law Firm
No matter how you were injured during your visit to Claim Jumper Steakhouse and Bar, legal advice is essential to protecting your interests. Our job is to educate you on the rights you have as a victim of negligence and help you decide if filing a claim is the right course of action.
There’s no need to worry about paying us if you wish to sue Claim Jumper for an accident on their premises. We have a Zero Fee Guarantee that ensures you pay $0 to hire an attorney. All of our expenses are added on to the settlement we obtain on your behalf, so in other words, the only way we get paid is by winning your lawsuit.
If you’re ready to learn more about the process of filing a compensation claim against Claim Jumper Steakhouse, contact us to schedule a free case evaluation.
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