I Got Hurt at Me-N-Ed’s Pizzeria – Can I Sue?

Me-N-Ed’s is a popular chain of pizza restaurants that have been around for over 50 years. Since the company’s inception, they have focused on a family-friendly atmosphere and fresh, wholesome ingredients. Me-N-Ed’s pizzerias maintain this tradition by having family-owned restaurants and giving back to the community through many charitable organizations.

Despite their glowing reputation, there may be conditions on the premises that can cause serious harm. That’s why restaurant owners have the highest degree of responsibility to ensure the safety of their property. When owners are staff neglect their duties to clean and maintain the restaurant, here are the accidents that can happen as a result:

• Accidents involving falls: slip and fall or trip and fall

• Falling object injuries

• Burn injury from hot trays, plates, food, etc.

• Assault and battery (from employees or vagrants / trespassers on the property)

• Sexual assault

• Injured in the parking lot – fall accidents, car crashes, pedestrian accidents, etc.

If you sustained injuries at a Me-N-Ed’s pizzeria, contact us immediately for a free consultation. Knowing how to proceed after an accident is not something most people are prepared for, which puts them at a great disadvantage when someone else is responsible for their injuries. We can provide you with a detailed explanation of your rights and fight to bring you every penny you deserve from a Me-N-Ed’s accident injury lawsuit.

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Suing Me-N-Ed’s for an Accident on Their Property

No matter what type of accident you’ve had, figuring out who is responsible for the incident is critical to the legal process. If you’ve been injured on the premises of a restaurant, it’s more than likely that the owner is at fault. This is true even if the cause of your accident can be traced to another party. Let’s look at the following example:

A customer at the restaurant spills their drink on the floor. Since he’s done with his food, he leaves the restaurant without telling anyone, and staff members are too busy to notice the pool of liquid right by the table. As a result, another customer slips and falls down on their way to the bathroom.

Under the law of premises liability, businesses are liable when there is a dangerous condition on their property that causes injury to another party. Thus, in the above scenario, the restaurant can be sued by the victim for monetary damages, such as lost income, medical expenses, and pain and suffering. Though victims can choose to handle the claims process on their own, representation from a slip and fall accident lawyer is highly recommended.

Lack of security can also lead to injury at a restaurant from incidents like assault and battery. These include cases of sexual assault, which are common in public bathrooms. Broken locks on bathroom stalls, lack of security cameras, and other safety violations can also be used as grounds for a lawsuit against Me-N-Ed’s pizzeria.

Can You Help Me with a Workplace Injury Claim?

Yes, we have experienced workplace injury attorneys that can assist you if you had an accident while working at Me-N-Ed’s Pizzeria. These incidents are extremely common at restaurants, and fortunately, you are entitled to compensation under the state’s workers’ compensation program. All you have to do is let your employer know about the accident within 30 days, so that they can notify their insurance company. Then, they should instruct you on which doctor to go to and the paperwork that’s necessary to process your payment.

Keep in mind that the longer you wait to report your injuries, the longer it will take before you start to receive workers’ compensation benefits. These payments are crucial, as they will cover your medical expenses and lost wages while you are in recovery. If you have any questions about the claims process, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We can also help you if disputes between you and the insurance company are holding up your payments.

How Much is the Average Settlement from a Restaurant Accident Claim?

Pretty much anyone that seeks help from our law firm is interested in knowing the prospective value of their case. To that end, many victims ask what people with similar cases receive from a lawsuit, but this is not the best approach to figuring out what you can ask for if you got hurt at a Me-N-Ed’s location. For one thing, everyone has different consequences as a result of their injury. This results in different monetary losses in categories such as medical expenses, pain and suffering, property damage, and lost income from your job.

If we were pressed to give a range of average case values, $150,000 to $2,500,000 is a reasonable estimate based on our record of recovery. Then again, a lower amount is appropriate in cases of minor injury, whereas those with lifelong health issues may be awarded $3,000,000 or more.

Is There a Time Limit to Sue Me-N-Ed’s Pizzeria?

Yes, as someone that was a guest at the restaurant (a customer, for example), the statute of limitations for a lawsuit is 2 years from the incident date. This deadline is absolute except in rare circumstances, so it will be extremely difficult to take legal action if you miss the deadline.

Workplace injury claims, on the other hand, must be reported to your employer within 30 days. In addition, you have one year from the date of your accident to submit your claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Your right to payment will be invalidated if you don’t complete the necessary procedures within one year, so contact us right away if you need assistance with a Me-N-Ed’s Pizzeria workplace accident claim.

How Long Does an Injury Case against a Restaurant Take to Settle?

Ideally, we can submit your demands and reach a settlement with the defendant’s insurance company within 6 months. Sometimes, the process can is fairly straightforward and the client is able to receive payment within a few months. But major businesses are not in the habit of giving money away, even when they are at fault. Thus, it can take over a year to complete the negotiation process and bring you a fair amount of compensation. If further legal actions are needed, like taking your case to trial, the case resolution process can take up to several years.

Lawyer with Experience in Accidents at Restaurants

Normandie Law Firm has been fighting for justice on behalf of accident victims and their loved ones for over two decades. Our attorneys understand what is at stake when you have been injured through no fault of your own. High medical bills, lost wages, and lifelong emotional trauma – these are just some of the issues you may have to deal if you were injured at Me-N-Ed’s Pizzeria.

That’s why we make it easy for injury victims to obtain legal services from an experienced personal injury attorney. That includes people with active cases that are in need of a second opinion. We provide free initial consultations and second opinions so that you can decide for yourself whether we are the right law firm to represent you. If the answer is yes, all legal fees are deferred until the end of your case under the Zero Fee Guarantee. However, if we don’t succeed in recovering your settlement, that same guarantee allows you to walk away with no responsibility for any of our expenses.

As you can see, there’s nothing to stop you from finding a lawyer that can fight for the compensation you deserve. Contact us right away to schedule a free case review or free second opinion.

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