Burger King is one of America’s most popular eaters, and they flooded with visitors on a daily basis. As a business, Burger King has a duty of care to ensure the safety of their property, including outdoor areas like the parking lot and drive thru. That means they must take all reasonable actions, like routine maintenance and adequate security measures, to help prevent injuries to their patrons and workers.
If a Burger King restaurant breaches their duty of care and someone is harmed as a result, they may be sued by the victim for monetary damages. If you are one of these victims, you likely have many questions regarding the claims process, including:
“How long do I have to wait until I get paid for my injuries?”
How long does it take to Settle an Accident Case against Burger King?
The timeline to settle an accident case against Burger King will take 6 to 12 months, depending on the case. This, by the way, refers to the injury claims process, which is handled through Burger King’s insurance company.
As a general rule, claims with minor injuries will take anywhere from 30 days to a few months to settle. Moderate injury claims will likely take 6 or more months, and serious injury cases can take up to a year. The length of time it takes to settle your case depends on numerous factors, but it’s important to remember that these companies are dealing with thousands of claims at any given time. Usually, it takes an insurer 3 to 6 weeks to respond to a demand letter from the victim or their attorney.
In their initial response, the insurance company will probably offer you an amount that’s less that you deserve. This is perfectly normal, as it’s the insurer’s job to look out for their client’s bottom line. With help from a skilled accident injury lawyer, you can negotiate a better settlement, but this process can sometimes take up a year.
A lawsuit only happens if you’re unable to agree on a payment amount with the insurance company. This is where an experienced lawyer can be especially helpful, as the lawsuit process is very complicated. If you are at this stage, or have any other questions about your legal rights, don’t hesitate to give us a call
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Potential Injury Causing Accidents at Burger King
Accidents that can lead to one or more serious injuries are extremely common at fast food restaurants like Burger King. When the restaurant fails to repair or resolve a hazardous situation, patrons and employees can suffer one of the following accidents:
- Slip and fall
- Trip and fall
- Bathroom accidents and injuries
- Falling objects
- Sexual assault
- Assault and battery
- Parking lot accidents
- Drive through accidents
Medical attention must be your first priority if you’ve been involved in one of these accidents. You may feel okay at first, but superficial injuries may be hiding deeper damage underneath. You’ll also need proof of the harm you’ve suffered in order to file an insurance claim against Burger King. To ensure that your claim if filed properly, please schedule a time with one of our attorneys. We will take immediate action on your case and fight for the full range of damages you are entitled to.
Injuries from an Accident at Burger King
All the above mentioned accidents can have devastating consequences, including injuries that can take away from many areas of your life. An accident at a Burger King may cause:
- Hand or wrist fracture
- Knee injury
- Hip fracture
- Broken collarbone
- Dislocated / fractured shoulder
- Rib fracture
- Damage to the internal organs
- Neck injury
- Damage to the spinal cord
- Tailbone fracture
- Deep lacerations
- Permanent scarring
- Nerve damage
- Traumatic brain injury
- Broken nose
- Dental damage
- Amputated limb
- Paralysis
- Death
Injuries can also refer to emotional trauma, like PTSD and depression, which most accident victims suffer from. Figuring out the right amount to ask for based on all your injuries requires assistance from an experienced attorney. If you have questions about your case value or the types of damages you qualify to receive, call our office and schedule a free consultation.
Factors that can Prolong Your Injury Claim
The amount of time to negotiate a settlement is the main issue when it comes to how long it will take to settle your injury claim. But there are factors within the negotiations process that can cause delays in your case. These elements include, but are not limited to:
- Disputes over the severity of your injuries.
- Disagreements over your recovery needs, such as medical treatments and time off from work
- Cost of future medical treatments and/or lifetime care expenses.
- If other parties are responsible for your injury (third party liability)
Again, these are not the only issues that can add to the amount of time it takes to resolve your case. Thus, it’s in your best interest to discuss your case with an attorney that’s experienced with premises liability lawsuits.
Is the Insurance Company Purposely Holding up my Payment?
We definitely understand the urge to blame the insurance company when you’re waiting on an accident payment. However, complex accidents and serious injuries merit a thorough investigation by the insurance company to ensure that your claims are legitimate, Unfortunately, this can take weeks or months, and there’s very little that can be done to speed up the process.
On the other hand, insurance companies can certainly engage in stall tactics to hold up an injury claim. To make sure that this is the case, please speak with one of our attorneys as soon as possible. If insurance bad faith is the reason for why it’s taking so long to settle your claim, there are legal actions we can take on your behalf. However, you must act quickly to resolve these issues and get your case back on track. To learn more about the steps you can take against insurance bad faith, contact our office and schedule a free case evaluation.
Future Medical Expenses in a Claim against Burger King
Future medical expenses can be a big part of a Burger King settlement award if someone has serious, long-term injuries. In that case, they may need treatments and medications throughout their life. They may also need additional surgeries and rehabilitation services like counseling and physical therapy. These expenses can be significant based on the client’s age and medical needs, and Burger’s King’s insurance companies is likely to resist paying these amounts.
Clients can feel pressured by the insurance company’s resistance and settle for an amount that only addresses their current needs. As a result, they may be forced to choose between medical treatments and paying their basic bills, which is a situation no injury victim should have to face. Our lawyers can help you receive compensation for your future losses, such as on-going doctor’s visits and future lost wages.
Can I Sue Burger King for my Injuries?
Yes, you can sue Burger King for your accident if you are unsuccessful in negotiating a settlement through the insurance company. Make sure to discuss the timing of a lawsuit with your lawyer, since there is a 2-year statute of limitations for most accidents that can happen at a restaurant. Basically, that means you have two years from the accident date or the date of discovering an injury to sue Burger King for monetary compensation.
You may have filed a lawsuit already, but you’re unhappy with how little is being done on your case. What are your options if you’d like to settle your case as fast as possible?
How can I Settle my Case Faster?
In all fairness, a lawsuit requires a tremendous amount of work, so long waits in between does not mean that your lawyer isn’t working on your case. But your lawyer should be providing updates on your case status and getting back to your calls and emails in a timely manner. They should also provide clear and detailed answers to your questions.
But what if your lawyer never gets back to you, no matter how many times you call them? What if you doubt your lawyer’s estimation of your case value, or their ability to win your lawsuit?
Free Second Opinion
If your lawyer is failing in their duties to you and your case, please come and see us for a second opinion. First, we can confirm whether your attorney is taking the right steps to settle your claim. If not, switching your lawyer may be in your best interest, as we may be able to settle your case in 30 days depending on your accident.
Even if you choose to stay with your attorney, the second opinion is completely free. But if you’d like to retain one of our lawyers, we’ll do all the work of transferring your case to our firm. Just give us a call and schedule a free second opinion at your earliest convenience.
Speak to a California Personal Injury Lawyer
An experienced and empathetic lawyer is your best ally if you’re seeking compensation as an injury victim. Our lawyers have been recovering accident settlements for many years, and we can do the same for you.
When you’re dealing with the aftermath of an accident, finances are your biggest concern, which is why we offer a Zero fee guarantee. We will take on your case at no cost to you, as our lawyers work on contingency. We only get paid by recovering your damages, and at that point, it’s Burger King that will be paying our expenses.
To learn more about rights and legal options if you’ve been injured at a Burger King, please schedule a consultation with one of our attorneys.
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