Boston Restaurant Injury Attorney

Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer in Boston, Massachusetts

According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), it is estimated that approximately 4 million people are injured in slip and fall accidents in restaurants throughout the U.S. Of these, 3 million are foodservice employees and 1 million are customers or guests. It is further estimated that the foodservice injury spends more than $2 billion each year for these slip and fall injuries.

Boston personal injury attorney Brian Bagby is very familiar with representing clients who have been seriously injured in a restaurant accident. With extensive knowledge of Massachusetts premises liability law and how it relates to slip and fall claims in particular, attorney Bagby is experienced in proving restaurant liability and helping his clients recover maximum financial compensation.

Liability in Boston Restaurant Slip & Fall Accidents

The NFSI also reports that almost 60% of restaurant slip and fall accidents are causes by unsafe or unclean floor surfaces (50%) or by inadequate warning signs of hazards (9%). A wet floor, newly waxed floor, object on the floor, food or beverage on the floor, uneven walkway or uneven floor mat may cause a slip and fall to occur.

Restaurant owners and managers have an obligation to properly maintain floors and to post warning signs if a hazard exists. For example, if a floor has just been cleaned or waxed, they must post a sign cautioning guests of the danger. The same applies if something is spilled on the floor. The spill must be cleaned immediately and guests must be warned of the potential hazard that exists before it is cleaned.

Boston Restaurant Accident Lawyer

It is important to act quickly and consult a Boston accident or injury lawyer following a restaurant slip and fall. These types of accidents may be difficult to win if evidence is not carefully catalogued. This evidence may include pictures of the scene, witness accounts of the scene and of the accident and more. But with a skilled lawyer on your side, you can ensure that your claim is handled properly and aggressively – meaning you will see the most benefit in your outcome.

Contact Boston slip and fall attorney Brian Bagby today if you have been injured in a slip and fall accident at a restaurant.