Del Taco Injury Accident Lawyer

Del Taco is one of California’s most popular fast-food chains, with 366 locations throughout the state. These locations are always busy, and there’s a high risk for accidents at any given time. Customers have an expectation of safety when they’re at a Del Taco restaurant. If they are injured in a slip and fall, car crash, or any other accident while they’re on the premises, Del Taco may be responsible for the resulting injuries.

Have you or a loved one been injured while you were at a Del Taco restaurant? If so, please talk to the lawyers of Normandie right away. Recovering from an accident isn’t cheap, so it’s essential to look into your legal options for monetary compensation. The lawyers of Normandie Law Firm have many years of experience with restaurant lawsuits, including Del Taco injury claims. They will represent your interests from day one and make sure you are awarded a fair amount of compensation.

Contact our office and learn what you can do if you’ve been injured at a Del Taco restaurant.

Possible Accidents at Del Taco

• Slip and falls

Indoor slip and falls can happen from wet floors, grease, and slick tiles. Slip and falls occur outside as well, from snow, ice, and debris on the sidewalks and parking lots. These accidents result in serious injuries, especially among the elderly, so get medical treatment right away if you’ve been injured in a slip and fall. Then, call an experienced Del Taco slip and fall attorney to learn about your legal rights.

• Trip and falls

Broken tiles, torn carpeting, uneven floors, and poor lighting can cause trip and falls for customers inside the restaurant. Trip and falls are even more common outside the restaurant, where people can trip over boxes, debris, snow, and cracked / uneven pavement.

• Bathroom falls

Spills occur frequently on bathroom floors, which is why they must be monitored and cleaned on a regular basis. Falling in the bathroom can cause serious injuries if the person hits the sink, toilet, or other hard objects during the fall.

• Falling objects

Owners must ensure that signs, light fixtures, and other elevated items are securely fastened to the walls and ceiling. Guests can also be hurt from stacks or piles of objects, like boxes and crates.

• Parking lot accidents

Parking lots must be properly maintained and kept free of ice, snow, and debris that can lead to injury. Lack of speed or warning signs can cause accidents as well, especially in narrow or tight parking lots.

• Drive through accidents

Del Taco owners must take safety measures to keep customers safe in the drive through area. Elements such as poor lighting and broken concrete can lead to car crashes that injure multiple people.

• Sexual assault

A sexual assault on the property can occur from a lack of security measures. These measures include security cameras, bright lighting in dark areas, and secured doors and windows.

• Assault and battery

Proper security measures must be in place to prevent customers from being attacked by trespassers. A visitor can also be assaulted by a Del Taco employee. If the employee attacked the customer while they were performing their job duties, Del Taco is liable for the victim’s injuries.

If you are a victim of an accident at Del Taco, contact our office right away. Legal options are available, but you must act quickly to ensure that you are properly compensated.
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Injuries from an Accident at Del Taco

• Neck injuries
• Head injury, including traumatic brain injury
• Hip fractures
• Knee injury
• Back / spinal cord injury
• Broken bones
• Scrapes and bruises
• Soft tissue injury (torn muscles / ligaments / tendons)
• Ankle sprain / strain
• Scarring / disfigurement from lacerations
• Shoulder / collarbone injury
• Severed limbs
• Nerve damage
• Loss of function in the limbs
• Paralysis
• Death

Most people wouldn’t associate fatality with a visit to Del Taco, but incidents like aggravated assault can result in death, especially if the victim isn’t helped right away. If you lost a family member of a loved one to an accident at Del Taco, please talk to one of our wrongful death compensation attorneys. You may be able to sue for damages like funeral costs, medical bills, and loss of income as a result of your loved one’s passing.

Can I Sue Del Taco for my Injuries?

Yes, you can sue Del Taco for your injuries under the laws of premise liability. Simply put, premise liability refers to an owner’s duty to keep their property safe for guests and visitors. The owner is not obligated to hire a security guard, for example, but they must take “reasonable” measures like installing surveillance cameras and outdoor lights. Additionally, they must repair or get rid of hazards that can lead to injuries. Things like broken tiles, snow and ice, loose lighting fixtures, wet floors, and broken chairs fall into the category of hazards. If a hazard that the owner failed to resolve was the cause of your accident, you would have grounds to sue the restaurant.

Our lawyers can explain premise liability to you in detail, as well as your rights and legal options if you were injured at a Del Taco restaurant.

How Much Can I Get in Compensation?

A compensation award is based on the victim’s losses, which can be medical, financial, and emotional in nature. As a general rule, the more serious the injury and its long-term effects, the more compensation a person is owed. Because of these, and many other factors, there is no average value that fits every Del Taco accident lawsuit. We can, however, provide examples of past settlements that were recovered for restaurant accident victims. These settlements include a variety of losses, including:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Punitive damages

Example 1:

A 62-year-old man slipped and fell at a fast food restaurant. He was walking down the corridor to the bathrooms, which was poorly lit. He did not see the water on the floor and slipped, resulting in a shoulder fracture. He received $175,000 in compensation.

Example 2:

A 45-year-old woman was walking into a buffet restaurant when she tripped on a rolled up mat and fell forward. Her injuries included a sprained ankle and torn ligaments in her knee. She needed surgery and physical therapy to walk normally again, and missed several months of work due to her recovery needs. Her lawyer was able to negotiate a settlement of $250,000.

Example 3:

A 28-year old woman was walking home one night after she got out of work. She took a short cut by walking behind a well-known pizza restaurant. The area was unlit and had been for months, which an assailant took advantage of. The woman was sexually assaulted, leaving her with physical and mental injuries. The case went to mediation, where it was settled for $500,000.

How Long Does it Take to Settle an Accident Case against Del Taco?

In our experience, settlement timelines vary widely, ranging from 30 days to several years. There are a lot of reasons for the variation, such as:

• The type and extent of the injury / injuries.
• The amount of money needed for the victim’s recovery.
• Shared liability (where the victim is partially responsible for the accident).
• The insurance company’s willingness to negotiate.
• Unsuccessful mediation, meaning case will have to go to trial.

We can say that more complex cases with severe injuries take the longest because of the amount of compensation that’s needed. Big businesses and their insurers are not happy about giving away 6 to 7 figure sums, and will fight hard to deny liability. In that case, we may have to go to trial, which could extend your case timeline to over 2 years.

But even cases with minor injuries can take 6 months or more. A lot of this has to do with how fast the insurance company responds to us, and their willingness to negotiate a fair settlement. Some of their delays are in bad faith, but others are legitimate. For example, there may be complex details about your accident that they want to investigate. This is where cases can get “stuck” for months at a time. However, your lawyer should be checking up on your case regularly and taking legal action if the insurers are playing games.

We know the frustration that clients go through during this time. We are here to encourage you through this difficult stage, and will stay committed to fighting for the settlement you deserve.

Statute of Limitations

Statute of limitations refers to the amount of time you have to file a lawsuit. In California, you have two years from the time you were injured to file an accident lawsuit against Del Taco. Or, if you lost a loved one to an accident at Del Taco, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of death. If you miss the two-year deadline, you may not be able to seek damages for any of your losses. There are exceptions to the statute of limitations, which our attorneys will be happy to explain to you. If you’re unsure about the amount of time you have left to sue Del Taco, please give us a call right away.

Is it Too Late to Switch Lawyers?

Do you have a pending case against Del Taco, but you’re unhappy with how things are going? It’s not too late to change lawyers, but you should get a second opinion beforehand. Normandie Law Firm offers free second opinion consultations, where you can talk about your concerns with an experienced attorney. Maybe your differences are personal issues that can be resolved with an honest conversation between you and your attorney. But if it’s a serious issue, like lack of experience or being pressured to accept a low settlement, then perhaps it’s time to switch to another firm.

Our lawyers know the work and experience that goes into an injury lawsuit, and will be able to determine if your lawyer is on the right track. If you decide to transfer your case to us, we can notify your lawyer and the courts and take care of the necessary paperwork. No matter what you decide, our second opinions are absolutely free so there is no risk in coming in to see us.

Our Zero Fee Guarantee

Some clients come to us right after an accident, or after their injury claim was rejected by Del Taco’s insurance company. Others come to us because they’ve lost faith in their attorney and want to find new representation. Regardless of your circumstance, we are here for you with the level of respect and commitment we would show our own family members. That includes no upfront costs for legal services, meaning we only get paid when you receive compensation for your injuries. That’s a promise under our Zero fee guarantee, which applies to second opinions as well if you’re thinking of finding another lawyer.

Don’t wait to recover the monetary award you’re entitled to. Call Normandie and speak to a Del Taco accident lawsuit attorney.

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