Many people love Zaxby’s for its casual environment and quick, delicious food options. But what happens if you enter a Zaxby’s to eat and leave with injuries from a slip and fall accident? The store may be liable, and you may be entitled to full compensation for your damages. It’s a good idea to speak with a Zaxby’s slip and fall accident and injury lawyer in Georgia about your options.
At John Foy & Associates, our slip and fall accident lawyers have been helping injury victims win the money they need for more than 20 years. We know how painful, stressful, and costly a slip and fall accident can be. Don’t get left footing the bill because Zaxby’s employees were negligent—let us help.
Call us today for a FREE consultation to discuss the details of your case. If you decide to work with us, there are no upfront fees—and no fees at all unless we win you money. Call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online to get started with your FREE consultation.
What to Know About Slip and Fall Accidents at Zaxby’s in Georgia
Zaxby’s began in Georgia. Here are some quick facts:
- The first location was opened in 1990 in Statesboro, and the company has since expanded to many stores throughout the state.
- There are now Zaxby’s stores in 17 different states and at 900 different locations.
- Zaxby’s is known for its chicken menu items (including chicken fingers, wings, and burgers) and their “Zax sauce.”
- They also offer appetizers, sandwiches, fries and other sides, and desserts.
There’s a lot to love about visiting and dining at Zaxby’s, but that doesn’t mean the store can’t be negligent to its customers. Safety is so important when it comes to businesses and their operations.
According to Georgia Code section 51-3-1, owners and occupiers have a legal duty to “exercise ordinary care” in keeping their premises safe. If a business fails to uphold this duty of care and a customer gets injured, the store can be liable for the damages. That means, if you were injured in a Zaxby’s, you may be entitled to compensation for your costs.
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What It Means to Be Negligent in a Slip and Fall Accident at Zaxby’s
In order for Zaxby’s to be negligent in a slip and fall accident, the following elements must exist:
- An employee must have been aware of a hazardous condition but taken steps to correct it OR not known about a hazardous condition when they should have. (This is known as negligence, which is basically a legal term for carelessness.)
- The employee’s negligence must have directly caused your slip and fall accident.
- You must have a physical injury and damages that result from the accident.
For example, if an employee sees a spill in a common area of the store and does not immediately go to clean it up, they have been negligent. If a customer then slips, falls, and breaks their wrist from falling on the spill, the store is likely liable for the costs.
It’s important to understand that customers do have a degree of personal responsibility, as well. You have a duty to exercise “ordinary care” in avoiding slip and fall hazards, even if they were caused by the store’s negligence (Georgia Code section 51-11-7). In other words, you’ll need to show that:
- Your accident wouldn’t have happened if Zaxby’s employees hadn’t been negligent and
- That you could not have avoided the accident through being reasonably careful of your surroundings
The store or their insurance company may try to blame you for some of the accident in an attempt to reduce their own liability. This is another great reason to have an experienced slip and fall accident and injury lawyer on your side from the beginning. They can help show exactly how the restaurant was liable for your accident.
Modified Comparative Negligence in Georgia Injury Accidents
If it turns out you were partially at fault for your accident, know that you may still have options. In Georgia, injury victims can still seek recovery unless they are 50% or more at fault for the accident. So, you might still be able to seek compensation at a reduced rate based on your percentage of fault.
To learn more, contact a trusted slip and fall accident lawyer in Georgia. At John Foy & Associates, we can discuss your options during a FREE consultation. Call us at (404) 400-4000 or contact us online for your FREE consultation today.
Common Slip and Fall Accident Hazards in Georgia Restaurants
Slip and fall accidents are surprisingly common in the hospitality industry. That’s because there are a number of ways things can go wrong if owners, operators, managers, and employees are not diligent to prevent harm.
Although any type of hazardous condition may lead to a slip and fall accident, here are some of the most common ones we see:
- Muscle sprains and strains
- Broken bones, including broken wrists, arms, shoulders, hips, legs, and ankles
- Concussions or other traumatic brain injuries
- Head and neck injuries
- Dislocated shoulders
Many people might not think of a “simple” slip and fall accident as serious—but that’s often far from the truth.
Many slip and fall injuries can require extensive medical treatment, medications, even surgeries. Even more minor injuries can force victims to miss precious work time, causing further stress over money. Slip and fall accidents can also leave victims with a lot of pain and suffering if their injuries impact their day-to-day life.
Never assume you don’t have a case or that your injuries are not serious enough to seek compensation. Talk to an experienced injury lawyer for slip and fall accidents at Zaxby’s about the details so you can know your full legal options. You might be surprised just how strong of a case you have.
Get a Free Consultation with a Zaxby’s Slip and Fall Accident and Injury Lawyer Today
Don’t miss out on the compensation you deserve after a slip and fall accident. Talk to one of our experienced and compassionate slip and fall accident lawyers today—during a FREE, no-risk consultation. To get started, call (404) 400-4000 or contact us online 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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