Waffle House Accident Injury Attorney

The Waffle House is a restaurant chain with over 1,900 locations within the United States. The company specializes in a variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner foods, but they are best known for their signature waffles. The first Waffle House was opened in 1955 by Joe Rogers Sr. and Tom Forkner as a way to offer table-service meals with the speed of fast food eateries. These restaurants are open 24/7, 365 days a year, so you can walk into a Waffle House anytime the mood strikes you.

A visit to the Waffle House should be a warm and familiar experience, but unsafe conditions at the restaurant can lead to an accident for you or someone you know. In these situations, legal advice from an experienced lawyer is essential to protecting your interests. If an act of negligence by the restaurant is directly linked to your accident, we can help you obtain justice in the form of monetary compensation.

Don’t hesitate to give us a call if you’ve been injured through any of these incidents at a Waffle House restaurant:

• Burn injuries
• Slip and fall
• Trip and fall
• Broken chair / table accidents
• Falling objects
• Parking lot accidents
• Assault and battery on store property
• Sexual assault
• Accidents in public bathrooms
• Workplace injury

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Injuries You can Sustain at a Waffle House Location

An accident has the potential to cause serious injuries to the body and mind. Below are some examples of the harm you can sustain at a Waffle House location:

• Deep cuts, scratches, and puncture wounds
• First to third degree burns
• Traumatic brain injury
• Permanent scars
• Dislocated joints (shoulder, elbows, knees, etc.)
• Hip fracture
• Broken ribs
• Internal organ damage
• Torn ligaments and tendons
• Spinal cord damage
• Neck injury
• Nerve damage
• Chronic pain
• Psychological damage – insomnia, panic attacks, hypervigilance, depression, etc.

The type of injuries and their severity are the biggest factors when it comes to a settlement for these cases. Based on how your injuries impact your life, you may be entitled to various monetary damages, such as lost wages, medical costs, and pain and suffering. With decades of experience in accident claims against major businesses, you can count on us to recover maximum payment for you and your loved ones.

Can I Sue the Waffle House for my Injuries? 

Yes, if a dangerous condition at the restaurant (including misconduct by the employees) caused you to suffer an accident, you would have grounds to file a personal injury claim against the Waffle House. Your right to sue is based on the law of premises liability, which requires owners to take all reasonable measures to ensure the safety of their property. Thus, they are responsible if a hazard, such as a water leak on the floor or ice in the parking lot causes someone to have a slip and fall. In addition, businesses are vicariously responsible for the actions of their employees. For example, if you were burned by a Waffle House waitress spilling coffee on you, the restaurant is liable for your injuries.

There are many other categories of negligence that fall under the state’s premises liability law. To verify the cause of your accident and whether you have a legal case for compensation, schedule a free case review with a Waffle House accident injury attorney.

Help from a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer

Injuries to workers are extremely common at restaurants due to a variety of conditions, such as sharp tools, hot food and drinks, and hazards on the floors and other surfaces. If you are the victim of a workplace injury, please consider a free consultation with the lawyers of Normandie. We can help you understand your rights to a worker’s compensation claim, which will pay for your medical treatments and lost wages. While these claims may seem straightforward, it’s not unusual for insurance companies to deny payment or insist that certain treatments are not necessary.

Our attorneys are here to fight for you and ensure that you receive every penny you deserve from your employer’s insurance company. To ensure that your claim is filed on time, according to the correct procedures, contact us right away to speak with a workers’ compensation lawyer.

Frequently Asked Questions about Premises Liability Lawsuits

How much is the average settlement amount if I sue the Waffle House?

Determining an average settlement amount for these cases is nearly impossible, as there are too many variations from one accident claim to another. Some of these cases are worth around $15,000 to $35,000 if the injuries are minor to moderate, meaning they will heal completely over time. On the other hand, some victims are left with serious complications for the rest of their lives, which will affect their ability to work and take care of their families. As a result, their cases may be worth $500,000 to several million dollars. Our attorneys are here to discuss your accident and help you figure out a settlement value that’s right for you.

How long does it take to get paid from these cases?

Again, this is another issue where many factors that are unique to each claim will play a huge role. In general, higher value cases take longer to settle due to the defendant’s resistance, but this is not an absolute rule. We’ve had situations where the insurance company made a fair offer within 30 days, while other claims took one or more years to resolve. Our goal is to try and recover all payments within 6 months, but the actual timeline depends on the number of complications that arise throughout the legal process.

What is the statute of limitations if I’m interested in filing a lawsuit?

As a general rule, premises liability claims must be filed within two years of the date you were injured. There are a few exceptions to this rule, but the courts are very strict when it comes to the deadline to file a lawsuit. That’s why it’s essential to begin the claims process right away with a lawyer that’s experienced in restaurant accident injury cases. If you are past the 2-year mark, it’s more than likely that you will lose the right to sue, no matter how strong of a case you have against the Waffle House.

If I filed a lawsuit already, is it too late to switch lawyer?

No, it’s never too late to switch your lawyer if you are finding that your current firm is not providing you the representation you need. Frankly, this is a fairly common issue among injury victims, and you should not hesitate to seek advice from another attorney if you have concerns about your accident claim. Normandie Law Firm offers free second opinions on active personal injury cases for all types of accidents. We are happy to answer all your questions and help you decide if continuing your lawsuit with us is in your best interest. All you have to do is schedule a free second opinion by calling our office.

Experienced Lawyers for Accident Injury Victims

No one is prepared to suffer an unexpected accident, and as a result, many people find themselves without answers when they have been injured on someone else’s property. As personal injury attorneys, we know how devastating it can be when you are denied the compensation you deserve. We can help you receive what you are entitled to under the law, so please don’t hesitate to give us a call.

We are a contingency-based firm, so you never pay upfront when you decide to retain one of our attorneys. The cost of representing you comes from the party you are suing, and we only get paid by recovering your settlement award. What happens if we don’t win your case? The Zero Fee guarantee is our promise that you can walk away without any responsibility for our expenses.

If you’re ready to discuss your rights and legal options with a restaurant accident injury lawyer, call us to schedule a free case evaluation.

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