Chili’s Restaurant Accident Injury Lawyer

Chili’s Grill & Bar, commonly referred to as Chili’s, is a chain of casual dining restaurants that became a household name for their “baby back ribs” jingle. The company has over 1,600 locations worldwide, which are a popular choice for families, as well as Happy Hour meetups for working professionals. Chili’s presents a happy and vibrant atmosphere, but a serious accident can quickly change the mood at any restaurant.

Did you or someone you know end up with an injury while you were at a Chili’s Grill & Bar location? If so, please consider a free case evaluation with the lawyers of Normandie. We have legal experts that are ready to assist you, whether you need a Chili’s restaurant slip and fall lawyer or a wrongful death attorney to bring you justice for your loved one’s passing. To learn about the legal actions that are available to you, please reach out to us at our office.

Most Common Restaurant Accidents

Chili’s is known for their hot, sizzling menu items and wide selection of beers and cocktails. Aside from dine-in options, these restaurants offer curbside pickup service, which means countless people are rushing in and out of these places on a daily basis. These and other conditions, that are common in most restaurants, can lead to a variety of accidents, such as:

• Slip and fall / trip and fall
• Falling object injuries
• Broken chair accidents
• Burn injuries (hot food and drinks)
• Car crashes and pedestrian accidents (parking lot injuries)
• Assault and battery
• Sexual assault

Some incidents are not as straightforward as others, so it’s essential to discuss your case with an experienced attorney. For example, most parking lot accidents are caused by careless driving, which means you would have to seek damages from the at fault driver. However, conditions like potholes, unclear traffic signs, and obstructions in the drive thru can also lead to an accident, and these are hazards that can be blamed on the restaurant.

Cases of assault and battery, including sexual assault, may be traced to insufficient security measures. These incidents are particularly common in public bathrooms and rear sections of the building, where overflowing dumpsters, overgrown hedges, and poor lighting can all contribute to incidents of violence. As you can see, there are many variables that must be examined in order to assist you with your case.

Injuries to Accident Victims

After an accident, most people are in a hurry to leave the scene and go home, where they feel safe. Unfortunately, this can have negative consequences on your health, as well as your right to claim compensation from Chili’s. Without a medical record, you will have trouble establishing the harm you’ve sustained as a direct result of the accident. This can lead to a denial of your accident claim or a settlement that’s inadequate for your level of suffering.

Due to accident on the premises of a Chili’s Grill & Bar, you can end up with one or more of the following:

• Head injuries – concussion, skull fracture, traumatic brain injury
• Hip fracture or pelvic fracture
• Knee injuries – shattered / dislocated kneecap, ACL / MCL tear
• Neck or spinal cord damage
• Nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy)
• Sprains in the ankles, wrists, and hands
• Ruptured or punctured organs (from causes like blunt force trauma and broken ribs)
• Deep cuts that can lead to permanent scars, disfigurement, and infections
• Complex regional pain syndrome (chronic pain)
• Fatality, especially among the elderly and small children

If you are the victim of sexual assault, you may have more complex injuries that require careful consideration. Of course, there are the physical injuries, like damage to the reproductive organs and exposure to sexually transmitted infections. But the emotional damage from sexual violence can be overwhelming, which is why PTSD, insomnia, flashbacks, and other mental health issues are so prevalent among sexual assault victims.

Mental health disorders are compensable injuries, but it can be an uphill battle to navigate these cases on your own. Our attorneys have extensive experience in the recovery of sexual abuse and assault and battery settlements. No matter what type of accident you’ve suffered, we have what it takes to fight for your rights and bring you the damages you deserve.

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Who can I Sue for my Accident?

As someone who was injured at a Chili’s restaurant, you may be asking yourself, “Can I sue Chili’s for my accident?” You may have grounds to seek compensation from the restaurant, but an accident and injury on property other than your own are not the only qualifications you will need to meet. The most important element is proving Chili’s liability for your accident.

To put it simply, you would have to prove that you were injured due to a hazardous condition that the restaurant knew about, or would have known about had they regularly inspected and maintained the property. You could also prove a case for misconduct, meaning the owner or an employee at the restaurant engaged in conduct that was illegal or dangerous. Then, you would have to establish a direct link between your accident and the restaurant’s negligence or misconduct.

If you have grounds for an injury claim against Chili’s, you can ask for a series of economic and non-economic damages, which normally include medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, property damage, and legal fees. If the restaurant’s conduct was particularly outrageous or extreme, they may be ordered by the court to pay you punitive damages, which can increase your settlement by a substantial amount. We can discuss your available damages during a private consultation, along with any other concerns you have about the legal process.

Our attorneys can also assist you if you’ve lost a spouse or family member to a Chili’s restaurant accident. A wrongful death claim can help you obtain benefits like funeral expenses, cost of medical treatments, pain and suffering, and loss of consortium. For a free consultation on your rights and legal options, contact us at your earliest convenience.

Speak to a Lawyer Experienced in Chili’s Accident Injury Cases

Guidance from an experienced lawyer is the best way to ensure a favorable settlement when you’re going up against a major corporation like Chili’s. While legal representation is not required, claimants without an attorney usually end up with far less than what their case is worth. Keep in mind that insurance companies will try to get away with only paying you for the initial cost of treating your injuries. In actuality, you are owed a variety of other payments, which will likely increase your settlement by 3 to 4 times the insurance company’s offer. Our attorneys will not settle for anything less than what you deserve.

During a free case review, we can go over all your questions and concerns to ensure that you understand the actions we will undertake on your behalf. However, there is some immediate information we can provide, which are based on the most popular questions that we receive at our law firm:

What is the average case value of a personal injury lawsuit against Chili’s?

Case values for a Chili’s accident claim vary widely based on many factors that are unique to your own circumstances. We’ve had cases that were settled for $25,000 to $60,000 on the lower end. Conversely, some of our claims brought in $750,000 to over $1 million. It’s also worth noting that certain types of legal actions tend to have higher case values, especially when they occur on commercial properties. Wrongful death claims, for example, often range between $500,000 to several million dollars. However, these are generalizations that may not reflect the value of your own losses from a Chili’s restaurant accident. If you’re interested in finding out what your own case is worth, contact us to schedule a meeting with one of our attorneys.

Is there a time limit to file a lawsuit?

The courts impose a strict statute of limitations on personal injury claims, which means you have a limited amount of time to file a lawsuit. In most cases, you have two years from the date you were injured (or the date of your loved one’s passing) to take legal action against the at-fault party. If you’re unsure about the statute of limitations for your case, don’t hesitate to give us a call. You must verify this information right away, since missing the filing deadline for your claim may invalidate your right to sue altogether. Our lawyers will take immediate action to build a solid case and ensure that your lawsuit is filed on time.

How long do these cases take to settle?

Our goal is to settle your case and recover your payment as fast as possible, which may be as little as 30 days. However, negotiating a settlement is a back-and-forth affair in many cases, which can take months depending on the number of complications. If the other side is responsive and willing to work with us, recovering your damages may take 6 to 8 months. But if you have a high value case (serious injuries or wrongful death), the recovery process may be 12 to 18 months. The lengthiest claims are the ones that proceed to a lawsuit. Generally, two or more years is needed to settle a case once you’re at the lawsuit stage.

Schedule a Free Consultation

Our law firm operates under a Zero fee guarantee, which means all our services are free to you from day one. As we see it, you should not have to worry about legal fees when another party is responsible for your accident. Thus, we wait until the end of your case to recover our expenses. If we don’t win your case, you owe us absolutely nothing, even if your case goes to trial.

That same offer is available if you switch over to us from another law firm. Are you worried about the direction of your case due to your lawyer’s apathy or lack of experience? Do you suspect that your case is not a priority to your current law firm? Our lawyers will be happy to review your claim and advise you of your legal option during a second opinion consultation. There’s no fee for this meeting, nor is there any pressure to switch your lawyer. But if you decide that’s the right choice for you, know that you are also protected under the Zero fee guarantee.

Our lawyers are here to fight for you and the settlement you deserve as a restaurant accident injury victim. Call Normandie Law Firm and schedule a free case review.

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