Denny’s Store Accident Lawyers

Denny’s is one of the most recognized names among diners in the U.S. Denny’s was founded in 1953 as Danny’s Donuts in Lakewood, California. Over the years, it has been known by many names. There are over 1,700 Denny’s locations. Without a doubt, Denny’s is a popular restaurant.

Like all other restaurants, guests expect to be able to enter, enjoy their food, and leave the premises without any issues. Unfortunately, Denny’s has been the scene of many incidents that have left unsuspecting guests severely injured. If you or a loved one suffered any sort of incident on the premises of a Denny’s restaurant, then it is important that you explore your legal options as soon as possible – you might have grounds to file a lawsuit.

If you are interested in learning more about the legal options available to you after an accident on the premises of a Denny’s location, do not hesitate to contact us immediately. Here at Normandie Law Firm, our experts are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to sue for the harm that you or a loved one suffered and recover the payout that you are owed. If you are ready to speak with our experts, contact us today.

Possible Accidents on the Premises of Denny’s

Different hazards on the premises of Denny’s can lead to many different types of accidents. Some of these accidents are listed below:

• Slip and fall accidents
• Trip and fall accidents
• Parking lot accidents
• Assault and battery incidents
• Sexual assault incidents
• Falling object incidents
• Bathroom falls

All of these incidents are likely to cause significant injuries.

Some of the potential injuries that unsuspecting victims can suffer include the following: head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, neck injuries, back injuries, spinal cord injuries, fractures, punctured organs, crushing injuries, severed limbs, nerve damage, ligament damage, muscle damage, etc. All of these injuries can have devastating consequences which can be disabling and can even be fatal.

If you were injured in any of the accidents listed above or if a member of your family lose his or her life in an incident on the premises of Denny’s, you should explore the legal options available to you as soon as possible – you might have grounds to sue and fight for compensation.

Our Recent Verdicts and Settlements

Can You Sue?

Do you have the right to sue after assaults and battery at the restaurant? Yes, you can have the right to sue after any incident on the premises of a Denny’s restaurant, including a slip and fall accident, trip and fall accident, assault incident, etc. Your right to sue will be based on the concept of premise liability. Based on premise liability, all property owners owe their guests a duty of care. More specifically, they have the duty to keep the entire premises free of any dangerous conditions – including the dangerous conditions created by hazards like wet floors and potholes as well as the dangerous conditions created by employees and guests on the property.

When property owners fail to take any action to address hazards and ensure that their premises are safe, they are breaching their duty of care towards their guests and are putting them at risk of suffering harm. Of course, if you or a loved one suffered harm at a Denny’s – no matter the incident – you could have grounds to sue, given that the incident was caused by the negligent actions (or inaction) of the property owner.

For more information about your right to sue for the harm that you or a loved one suffered in a Denny’s store accident, do not hesitate to contact the experts at our firm immediately. Our Denny’s accident attorneys are ready to provide you with the guidance that you need to file your lawsuit and win.

The Statute of Limitations

One of the most important things to note when even thinking about filing an injury lawsuit is that all claims are subject to a statute of limitations – or a deadline to sue. If claimants fail to file their claims within the time allowed by the statute of limitations that applies, then claimants risk losing their right to sue entirely. How long do you have to file your lawsuit against Denny’s? In California, personal injury claims are subject to a two-years statute of limitations. This means that claimants have only two years to file their lawsuit. Of course, it is possible for exceptions to the statute of limitations to apply, which could toll the time that you have to sue.

For more information regarding the total length of time that you have to file your lawsuit against Denny’s after an accident on their premises, do not hesitate to contact us as soon as possible. Our lawyers are ready to help you file your claim on time.

Suing and Recovering Compensation

If you file a lawsuit against Denny’s, you could be eligible to recover monetary compensation. Some of the different categories of compensation that could be available for recovery include the following:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Property damage
• Funeral and burial costs
• Loss of consortium
• Punitive damages
• Legal costs

Of course, the specific type of compensation that is available for recovery will be strictly based on the details surrounding the claim. For more information about the compensation that you could be awarded for your Denny’s accident claim if your claim is ultimately successful, do not hesitate to contact the experts at our law firm immediately.

Average Case Settlement Values for Lawsuits against Denny’s

What is the average case settlement for cases against Denny’s? Unfortunately, it can be difficult to designate a value to injury cases against Denny’s because they are so different. Ultimately, the value of a lawsuit against Denny’s will be based on the details surrounding the claim. The most important factors to consider when trying to determine the value of a lawsuit include the following:

• The specific type of injuries (as well as the extent, severity, and permanency of the injuries)
• The type of medical treatment required to address the injuries (and the cost of treatment)
• The victim’s lost earnings (based on earning history and earning capacity)
• The victim’s age at the time of the incident
• Whether there was shared liability to the incident (i.e., whether the victim contributed to the incident at least partially)
• The policy limits that apply to the incident

Let’s consider some examples of past case results:

• $210,000 – the victim was 21 years old at the time of the incident. The booth that he was on tipped over causing him to fall to the floor and fracture his wrist. He underwent two separate surgeries on his wrist. His medical bills and lost wages totaled $70,000.
• $500,000 – the victim was an infant at the time of the incident. The waitress placed a hot cup of coffee within the infant’s reach. The infant grabbed the cup of coffee, spilling it on herself. She suffered severe injuries on her neck, her chest, and her abdomen. The family presented evidence that the victim would require life-long medical care costing over $340,000.
• $13 million – this arose from a shooting incident at a Denny’s location. One of the victim’s was shot in the back and was left quadriplegic. Another victim was shot in the knee. The third victim didn’t suffer any physical injuries but sued for his emotional distress. The settlement reached $13 million. This consisted of a $35,000 settlement for the knee injury, a $15,000 settlement for the emotional distress, and the remaining amount for the victim that was left quadriplegic.

For more information about the average case settlement value for lawsuits against Denny’s contact our experts today. We can help you review past settlement amounts.

How Long Does it Take to Settle?

How much time will it take to reach a settlement? It is very common to have questions regarding how long it could take to reach a settlement. The truth is that the time it takes to settle can vary significantly from case to case. Under ideal circumstances, injury claims can settle within just six months. However, most cases take longer to settle. In cases where the injuries are minor to moderate with short treatment and little to no complications, settlements can be reached within six to eight months. As things become more complicated, then the time it takes to reach a settlement also increases. In most cases, a settlement can be reached within twelve to eighteen months, although it can take over two years to secure a settlement.

There are many factors that can affect the time it takes to reach a settlement, including but not limited to the extent of treatment necessary, the time it takes to gather all evidence, whether the insurance company is cooperating, and the competency of your legal team.

For more information about how long it could take to settle your case against Denny’s, contact us today. You can trust that we can help you recover a fair settlement within a reasonable length of time.

Free Second Opinion

If you are unhappy with the way that your current lawyer is handling your case against Denny’s, then it is important that you seek legal assistance with the experts at our law firm as soon as possible. No matter the reason, you can switch representation. If you contact us today, we can provide you with a free second opinion. We can help you better understand what is going on with your case, and we can help facilitate the switch if that’s what you choose to do.

Contact Normandie Law Firm Today

If you are looking for a Denny’s store accident lawyer, contact our law firm immediately, Our lawyers with experience in personal injury accidents are ready to evaluate your claim and provide you with the guidance that you need to win. Here at our firm, we offer free consultations and frees second opinions. No matter whether you are looking to start or redirect your claim, you can trust that our experts will provide you with the guidance that you need to help you with your claim against Denny’s.

Our Zero-Fee guarantee ensures that you will never have to pay upfront legal fees. In addition, we work on a strict contingency structure; therefore, our clients will not have to pay legal costs until they win. If you do not win, you will not be responsible for paying anything.

If you are ready to speak with our Denny’s accident lawyers, contact us at your earliest convenience.