With over 100 locations, Ruth’s Chris is clearly one of America’s favorite steak houses. These restaurants are famous for their USDA Prime beef and the “signature sizzle” of their steaks. Ruth’s Chris promises a fine dining experience for their guests, but that only be delivered if the premises are free of hazardous conditions. If the restaurant fails in their duty to clean, inspect, and maintain the property, it’s more than likely that someone will be harmed in an accident.
Were you or your loved one injured at a Ruth’s Chris location due to the restaurant’s negligence? We can advise you or your legal rights, which may include a lawsuit for monetary compensation. According to California’s law on premises liability, owners must repair, remove, or resolve any hazards on their property that can cause someone to be injured. There is no end to the number of hazards that can harm people at a restaurant. If you suffered an accident due to Ruth’s Chris’ failure to take care of these problems, we can help you obtain the damages you are owed.
To speak with a lawyer experienced in restaurant accident injury claims, call us right away to schedule a free case review.
Types of Accidents at Ruth’s Chris Steak House
To give you an idea of the ways you can be injured, let’s look at the types of accidents that can occur at a Ruth’s Chris Steak House:
Slip and fall / trip and fall – can be caused by conditions inside and outside the restaurant, such as drink or food spills, leaking pipes, clutter on the floor, worn carpeting or tiles, and defective hand rails on stairs and steps. These accidents are the leading cause of serious injuries, even death. A Ruth’s Chris slip and fall lawyer at our office can bring you maximum payment from an accident claim against the restaurant.
Hit with a falling object – There are plenty of objects that can fall off the walls, ceiling, and roof of a Ruth’s Chris restaurant. These include light fixtures, fans, picture frames, and decorations, which can cause serious damage depending on their weight and the height from which they fell. However, objects on the ground, like floor displays and piles of boxes, also cause injury when they unexpectedly fall over.
Parking lot accidents – drivers and pedestrians may be harmed due to a number of conditions in the parking areas, such as potholes, poor lighting, lack of traffic signs, and failure to remove snow and ice.
Assault and battery – Fights can occur easily at restaurants that serve alcohol. Lax security measures are another reason for incidents of assault and battery at a Ruth’s Chris Steak House.
Sexual assault – Security measures like surveillance cameras and bright lighting in secluded areas can prevent guests from being sexually assaulted. Overserving of alcohol can also lead to sexual assault, as binge drinking increases the likelihood of angry and violent behaviors.
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What if I have a Workplace Injury?
Cooks, wait staff, and other workers at Ruth’s Chris are just as vulnerable to an injury-causing accident. Unlike customers, employees must file a workers’ compensation claim for any injury that was sustained in the course of one’s job duties. This rule also applies to visitors like repair technicians and delivery drivers, who are not employed by Ruth’s Chris. As long as they suffered a work-related injury, they are entitled to workers’ compensation through their employer.
Unfortunately, you may find that the claims process is much harder than you had imagined. Unjust denials of medical expenses, lost wages, or necessary treatments are not uncommon among injured workers. A workplace injury lawyer at our office will fight for your rights and secure the benefits you deserve if you had an accident at Ruth’s Chris Steak House.
Common Restaurant Accident Injuries
Serious injuries can occur from any of the accidents we previously mentioned, so please go to a hospital right away. Many people put this off, but that can be dangerous to your health depending on the complications that may develop in just a matter of days. Additionally, a medical record is necessary to file an accident claim against Ruth’s Chris, which will cover the expenses associated with your recovery. Injuries you can sustain at a restaurant include:
- Cuts and abrasions
- Broken bones
- Traumatic brain injury and other forms of head trauma
- Soft tissue injuries – damage to the muscles, tendons, and ligaments
- Hip fracture
- Rupturing or puncturing of the internal organs
- Permanent scarring
- Injuries to the reproductive organs
- STIs (sexually transmitted infections)
- Spinal cord / neck injury
- Nerve damage
- Knee injuries
- Paralysis
- Death
- Mental health issues, like depression, PTSD, and panic attacks
Your Right to Sue Ruth’s Chris Steak House
In order to sue Ruth’s Chris, you would have to show an act of negligence on their part, meaning they failed to take reasonable measures that would have prevented your accident. For example, hazards like alcohol spills and grease must be cleaned off the floors immediately to keep people from slipping. Basic security measures, including security cameras and bright lighting, can help deter acts of sexual violence. In short, if the restaurant failed to resolve a hazardous situation – one that they knew about or should have known about – you can sue them for the following damages:
- Cost of medical treatments
- Lost income due to missed time at work
- Pain and suffering / emotional distress
- Property damage
- Legal fees
A lawsuit can also be filed by loved ones of an injury victim in the event that an accident is serious enough to cause death. Known as a wrongful death lawsuit, this legal action will compensate you for medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of consortium, and various losses that have resulted from your loved one’s passing. A lawyer at our office will explain these damages to you and help you obtain compensation from Ruth’s Chris.
Average Case Value of a Restaurant Injury Lawsuit
The value of your case depends on numerous factors, including the type of accident you’ve had, the physical and emotional impact of your injuries, and the losses you have suffered as a result of your accident. Lawsuits involving serious injuries, such as brain damage, hip fracture, and loss of function are worth anywhere from $250,000 to $500,000 on average. Settlements may exceed $1 million if the victim can no longer work or needs medical treatments throughout their life. Sexual assault cases can be highly valuable as well; $1 million to $7.5 million is a reasonable range for these cases, depending on the level of physical and emotional trauma.
Timeline to Settle your Injury Claim
Naturally, every injury victim wants to know “How long does it take to get paid on these cases?” There is no universal answer to this question, as the timeline to settle an accident claim against Ruth’s Chris can take anywhere from several months to several years. If the restaurant is willing to negotiate a fair compensation award, your case may be resolved in 6 to 8 months. However, the settlement process may be longer – perhaps one year to 18 months, depending on the extent of your injuries. If an agreement cannot be achieved privately with Ruth’s Chris, it may take 2 years or longer to recover your damages through a lawsuit.
Statute of Limitations to File a Lawsuit against Ruth’s Chris
Statute of limitations refers to the maximum time you have to initiate a lawsuit against the party that has wronged you. For most incidents of personal injury, such as fall-related accidents and car collisions, you have 2 years from the date of your accident to file a lawsuit against Ruth’s Chris. As the surviving spouse or family member of a deceased victim, you have two years from the date of death to claim wrongful death benefits. The statute of limitations is rarely waived by the courts, so please don’t wait to initiate an accident claim.
Free Second Opinion
Are you in the middle of a case against Ruth’s Chris? We can help you with a second opinion if you have any questions or concerns that are not being addressed by your attorney. Unfortunately, many claimants end up with lawyers who are difficult to get in touch with. You may also have doubts regarding your attorney’s experience in your type of accident, which can hurt your case in the long run. Our experts are happy to meet with you and educate you on your legal options. It’s possible that switching your lawyer may be the right choice, but you shouldn’t make such a big decision until your case is thoroughly reviewed by one of our attorneys. Call us today for a free second opinion on your accident case.
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An inviting atmosphere and good food are not the only things that matter at a restaurant. Cleanliness, safety, and security are essential elements in providing customers with a quality dining experience. Not every accident is preventable, but Ruth’s Chris has a legal obligation to keep an eye out for hazards and prevent injuries as much as possible.
If you have been hurt or lost a loved one to an accident at Ruth’s Chris, please speak to one of our attorneys as soon as possible. Most claimants are unfamiliar with the legal process, which puts them at a disadvantage when they are seeking compensation. We know the injury claims process inside out, so you can count on us to recover your settlement award.
We work for free, by the way, as we’ve always believed that injury victims are entitled to free legal services. You pay nothing upfront as a part of the Zero fee guarantee, since we bill Ruth’s Chris for all our expenses. And if we don’t win you case, we eat the costs since we only get paid if you get paid. We look forward to advising you during a free consultation and assisting you in the journey to recovery.
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