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Throughout this...","datePublished":"2023-11-29","dateModified":"2025-08-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/author\/mamajustice\/#Person","name":"Mama Justice - MW Law Firm","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/author\/mamajustice\/","identifier":6,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/e447862997b79ed22fd71bb87a11629345f26dae1c12efb64a217ade91b0f64b?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/e447862997b79ed22fd71bb87a11629345f26dae1c12efb64a217ade91b0f64b?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mama Justice - MW Law Firm","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mama-Justice-Logo-Desktop.png","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Mama-Justice-Logo-Desktop.png","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/meet-the-mama-justice-team.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/meet-the-mama-justice-team.jpg","width":333,"height":209},"url":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/when-are-restaurants-liable-for-accidents\/","about":["Premises Liability"],"wordCount":572,"articleBody":"Restaurants are designed to facilitate memorable guest occasions, but that doesn\u2019t mean there aren\u2019t countless hazards just waiting to cause an accident, whether it be to a member of staff or a guest. In the majority of cases, restaurant accidents are 100% avoidable under proper management, but that doesn\u2019t mean mishaps don\u2019t occur. Throughout this article, we\u2019ll tell you everything you need to know about restaurant liability when accidents happen.Hazard PreventionRestaurant owners have a duty of care to ensure that their premises are safe for all employees and guests. Typically, this means following strict health and safety regulations, which are achieved by implementing an extensive strategy for preventing hazards and accidents. For example, every restaurant will have a cleaning roster, maintenance schedule, policies for the safe use of equipment, open\/close procedures, and so much more.If an\u00a0accident occurs on their premises\u00a0and they are found the be liable, the outcome is costly legal fees and a damaged reputation, which can be challenging to come back from.Typically Causes of Restaurant AccidentsRestaurant accidents come in different shapes and sizes, but the majority of them are caused by\u00a0trip, slip, and fall\u00a0hazards. For example, an employee spills oil in the kitchen but doesn\u2019t follow protocol when cleaning it up \u2013 another individual comes along and slips because there was no cleaning\/wet floor signage.Restaurant building codes indicate that all rails, whether they\u2019re external or internal, must be fitted to the correct measurements and be well maintained. However, if the upkeep is overlooked, the result can be a serious accident.With so much kitchen equipment, hot surfaces, and hot liquids around a restaurant, there\u2019s no surprise that burns and scalds are high on the list of restaurant accidents. If proper training isn\u2019t delivered to all employees, negligent use of equipment will lead to serious injuries.In the Event of an Employee AccidentEmployees come into contact with hazards daily, so there\u2019s always the chance they\u2019ll have an accident. Typically, all employees are covered by a restaurant\u2019s Workers\u2019 Compensation\u00a0cover, which reimburses them for any loss of earnings, pain and suffering, and medical expenses.In the majority of cases, an employee isn\u2019t able to sue the restaurant \u2013 as they\u2019re already covered. However, in some states, if there is evidence of serious negligence and misconduct, a personal injury lawsuit claim can be filed.When Guests Have AccidentsWe\u2019ve already established high standards of care restaurant openers must demonstrate for everyone inside their premises. However, guest experiences can be ruined by an accident, which may be the result of restaurant negligence. If this happens, they can file a\u00a0personal injury claim\u00a0against the restaurant, which will cover medical expenses, loss of earnings, and any other damage.Having a restaurant accident is devastating, and compensation is rightly deserved. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury at a restaurant, you should team up with an expert personal injury lawyer to guide you through the tangled maze of the legal system. To get started, get in touch with us to discuss your case \u2013 completely free of charge.We have four main offices:Tupelo office: 2005 West Main St. Tupelo, MS 38801Oxford office: 406 Galleria Drive, Suite 7, Oxford, MS 38655Jackson office: 5548 I-55 Suite A, Jackson, MS 39211Memphis office: 500 Poplar Ave, Suite 2700, Memphis, TN 38137Contact now for a free consultation on\u00a0(883) 626-2587."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"When are Restaurants Liable for Accidents?","item":"https:\/\/www.mamajustice.com\/blog\/when-are-restaurants-liable-for-accidents\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]