Many accidents—and slip-and-falls are one of the most common types—are caused by some form of negligence. In well-managed restaurants, the management and staff are constantly monitoring for hazards and are eliminating them when they find them. In locations that aren’t as well managed, they may have a more relaxed attitude toward customer safety, and that’s when hazards can develop and become dangerous. 

If you’re injured in a slip-and-fall at a Popeyes or other fried chicken restaurant and the accident wasn’t your fault, you may be able to file a personal injury claim to recover damages for the harm you suffered as a result of the accident. This may include your past and expected future medical bills, your lost wages, and your pain and suffering. The smartest thing to do is immediately contact a local personal injury attorney to discuss your case.

Hazards You May Encounter at Popeyes Chicken

Fast-food restaurants are often very well managed and are unlikely to be dangerous, but in locations where the managers aren’t as diligent about maintenance and housekeeping, may see these sorts of things:

  • Grease spots from fried foods, especially chicken, can be difficult to clean up, and they make for a very slick and dangerous surface on smooth floors.
  • Spilled or dropped food and drink of other customers is a common hazard.
  • Uneven flooring, or tile flooring that features cracked, broken, or missing tiles, can cause even the most careful customer to fall.

Common Injuries at a Popeyes Chicken

Injuries in slip-and-fall accidents vary widely, but some of the common types include the following:

  • Soft tissue injuries like cuts and scrapes (which are painful but heal quickly) and strains and sprains (which are more serious and may require weeks of treatment).
  • Broken bones (fractures) are very painful and can take months to fully recover from.
  • Injuries to the head and spine are the most severe. These injuries can require years of therapy or rehab. 

Why Working with an Attorney Is the Best Choice for Your Case

It’s possible to file your own personal injury claim, but it’s knowing how to pursue it effectively when your opponent is an insurance company that’s complex and difficult. When you work with a qualified attorney, you gain an expert negotiator as well as a personal advocate and ally for every stage of the claims process. If the insurer won’t offer a fair settlement and you need to litigate, as occurred in Moss v. Popeyes La. Kitchen, Inc., your lawyer will fight for you in the courtroom, too.