Did you fall down from slipping on something while you were at the Kickin’ Crab restaurant? Was your accident caused by a dangerous condition that the restaurant failed to take care of? While any restaurant can be the scene of a slip and fall, crab shacks are particularly prone to these accidents.
Whether you had an in-store accident or fell down in the parking lot, you may have grounds to file a slip and fall injury claim against the restaurant. Our lawyers are here to evaluate your case and advise you of your rights and legal options. Please contact our office is you slipped and fell at one of these Kickin’ Crab locations:
- 7105 Eastern Ave, Ste C, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
- 8300 La Palma Ave., Ste A6,, Buena Park, CA 90620
- 13925 City Center Dr. Ste 2005, Chino Hills, CA 91709
- 482 N. Main St.,Suite 102, Corona, California 92880
- 12130 Carson St, STE E-F, Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716
- 6122 W. Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
- 2740 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92606 (Corner of Alton Parkway & Jamboree)
- 101 W. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90806 (Corner of Pacific Coast Hwy & Pine St)
- 3170 E. Imperial Hwy, Ste B-102, Lynwood, CA 90262 (Corner of Imperial Hwy. & Long Beach Blvd)
- 5275 Holt Blvd, Ste K, Montclair, CA 91763 (corner of Holt Blvd & Central Ave)
- 2555 Canyon Springs Parkway, Riverside, CA 92507
- 2675 Cropley Ave, San Jose, CA 95132 (Corner of Cropley Ave. & N. Capitol Ave.)
- 1735 E. Capitol Expressway, San Jose, CA 95121 (Corner of Capitol Expressway & Silver Creek Rd)
- 3611 S. Bristol St, Suite C, Santa Ana, CA 92704 (Corner of Bristol St. & MacArthur Blvd)
- 518 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA 92701
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What can Cause People to Slip and Fall at the Kickin’ Crab?
The whole point of going to a crab shack is to enjoy large quantities of crab and other seafood, which are often swimming in oil and the juices that are naturally released from the food. These locations also serve greasy side dishes and condiments, like French fries and garlic butter. Then, there are the copious amounts of soda and other drinks that make their way from the kitchen to the dining area.
Of course, there are bound to be messes and spills at a restaurant. But keeping up with cleaning duties and addressing these issues right away is the key to preventing injuries from a slip and fall. If there is a problem that can’t be addressed right away, staff members can put up signs to indicate that customers should stay away from the area.
Aside from food, grease, and drinks, here are some other causes of slip and fall accidents at seafood restaurants:
- Debris left on the floor (straws, napkins, plastic condiment cups, etc.)
- Leaking water in the bathrooms
- Worn sections on rugs, carpets, and tile
- Uneven or missing flooring
- Poor lighting
- Wires and cords that are not properly secured
- Improper cleaning methods
- Oil stains in the parking lot
- Defective or missing handrails
As you can see, these are problems that can be easily resolved by the owner or the people that work at the restaurant. When a business fails to exercise reasonable care, those who are on the premises can end up with devastating injuries through no fault of their own.
Common Slip and Fall Injuries at a Restaurant
Most people think of falling down as a minor incident, but these accidents can cause severe injuries, including death. In fact, it’s been noted by the Center for Disease Control that slip and falls and trip and falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injury and hip fractures in the U.S. Furthermore, fall accident injuries account for an estimated 800,000 hospitalizations every year.
Injuries you can sustain from a slip and fall at the Kickin’ Crab include, but are not limited to:
- Fractured clavicle
- Dislocated shoulder
- Torn muscles, tendons, and ligaments
- Neck and spinal cord injury
- Tearing of the ACL or MCL (knee injury)
- Tailbone fracture
- Concussion and other traumatic brain injuries
- Wrist or ankle sprain
- Hip fracture / broken pelvis
- Permanent scars and other disfiguring injuries
- Infections from deep cuts
- Nerve damage
- Paralysis
- Chronic pain
Can I Sue the Kickin’ Crab if I Fell Down at the Restaurant?
Yes, you can sue a business owner for being injured on their property if there was a dangerous condition that clearly had the potential to cause an accident. This is based on California’s laws on premises liability, which require owners to uphold certain standards regarding cleanliness and maintenance of the property. For example, restaurant owners and staff must ensure that there is nothing on the floors that can cause someone to fall down. They must also remove ice, snow, and other outdoor hazards from areas like parking lots and sidewalks. Businesses also have a duty to fix broken pipes, appliances, and resolve other maintenance issues that can create a slip and fall hazard for others.
When a business fails in its duty of care to others, the injured party has the right to seek payment for the harm they’ve suffered. This is the basis of a slip and fall lawsuit against the Kickin’ Crab, which can help you obtain various damages, like medical costs, lost income from your job, and damage to your belongings.
Unfortunately, insurance companies are not in the habit of doing the right thing and paying what the victim is entitled to. That’s why it’s so important to obtain representation from a skilled slip and fall attorney if you are hurt from falling down at the Kickin’ Crab.
Kickin’ Crab Employee Slip and Fall Workplace Injury Claims
Injuries from falling down are very common in restaurants and other commercial premises that serve food and drinks. Those working in the kitchen are the most vulnerable to a slip and fall or trip and fall injury, but in reality, fall accident hazards may exist anywhere on the property, so it makes sense that so many workers at the Kickin’ Crab end up slipping on something and hurting themselves.
Injured Kickin’ Crab workers do not have to show that they were injured by another party’s negligence. That’s because the state of California has a program known as workers’ compensation, which is meant to cover medical expenses and lost wages associated with a workplace accident. As long as the injury occurred within the scope of employment, you have the right to receive workers’ compensation benefits.
You must report the incident to your employer within 30 days, so please notify your supervisor immediately. They will initiate a claim on your behalf with Kickin’ Crab’s workers’ comp insurance provider and give you the paperwork you’ll need to complete. It sounds straightforward, but many people are confused about certain parts of the application, or what they can do if the company denies their claim or questions the severity of their injuries. Consulting a workplace injury lawyer can help you work through these issues and obtain the compensation you deserve.
What is the Deadline to File a Slip and Fall Lawsuit?
As someone that was a guest at the restaurant, you normally have 2 years from the date of injury to file a claim for compensation. There are a few exceptions that can extend the statute of limitations for a personal injury case, but for the most part, you will lose you right to sue if you are more than 2 years from when you slipped and fell at the Kickin’ Crab.
If you are an employee of the restaurant, you have 30 days to let your employer know that you have been injured. But the actual deadline for a workers’ compensation claim is 1 year from the accident date. Keep in mind that no exceptions can be made if you fail to follow these rules, which are established by the state government of California. Thus, we urge you to contact us immediately and get help from a lawyer who is experienced with workplace accident claims.
Average Value of a Kickin’ Crab Slip and Fall Case
The majority of compensation amounts for a slip and fall claim at our law firm are settled for $150,000 to $500,000, with more extreme injury cases reaching payments of $2,000,000 and above. And yes, injuries are the most critical factor in settlement values, as they have a direct impact on your medical expenses, pain and suffering, and other economic and non-economic damages. But these are not the only issues that we consider in order to determine what you can receive from a slip and fall lawsuit against the Kickin’ Crab. That’s why, at the end of the day, payments for a slip and fall case may vary from $10,000 to $5,000,000.
How Long Does a Slip and Fall Case Take to Settle?
Fall accident injury claims against commercial property owners are usually settled in 8 to 10 months. However, cases involving extensive injuries and permanent disability will likely take over a year, and possibly over 2 years depending on many issues that we can’t predict ahead of time. Many people are afraid of taking their case to court, which will certainly add to the amount of time it takes to settle a Kickin’ Crab slip and fall injury lawsuit. But we want to assure you that going to court is highly unlikely, as over 95% of all slip and fall claims are settled by negotiating back and forth with the defendant’s insurance company.
The Slip and Fall Attorneys of Normandie Law Firm
Our legal team has decades of experience in premises liability cases against restaurants in the state of California. We know all too well the damage that can come from slipping and falling down, and how compensation is essential to the recovery process.
As an injury victim, you should not have to pay for a lawyer who can help you sue the Kickin’ Crab. With our Zero Fee Guarantee, all legal fees are billed to the party you are suing, and the only way we get paid is by winning your case. That means you have nothing to lose by giving us a call and learning about the legal actions that are available to you.
Contact our law firm and schedule a free case review if you or a member of your family slipped and fell down at a Kickin’ Crab restaurant location.
