Slip and Fall in Domino’s

Is there any harm in wanting to get a delicious pizza? Of course there isn’t. That is assuming everything goes according to plan and you don’t slip and fall in Domino’s. Getting a pizza is usually a rather uneventful task; just show up at the store buy your pizza and leave. But sadly, there have been individuals who become victims of slip and fall accidents in Domino’s pizza.

Well, should you become a victim of a slip and fall accident at Domino’s, you could be eligible for compensation, provided certain conditions are met. The Injury Firm can provide you with a qualified and experienced personal injury lawyer who will see to it that you are compensated in full. Are you in need of legal representation? Contact us today. 954-951-0000

A little background on Domino’s Pizza

Domino’s was founded back in 1960 in Michigan by 2 brothers, Tom and James Monaghan. As of 1960, the company was called “DomiNick’s”. It later changed its name to ‘Domino’s” in 1965. As of now, Domino’s has over 16,000 locations worldwide, thanks in no small way to its franchising business model. Essentially, how it works is that private individuals or businesses (franchisees) pay Domino’s an initial fee and also pay ongoing royalties to Dominos in order to be able to run a branch of Domino’s Pizza. Domino’s Pizza and its franchisees employ about 250,00 employees worldwide.

Hazards at Domino’s

Visit any branch of Domino’s and you will quickly see that they have a huge customer base. People troop in every minute to buy pizza-to-go or sometimes people stay to have a meal and some drinks. With a large number of people going in and out, there are bound to be certain hazards that may go unnoticed by the store staff which then leads to a slip and fall accident.

• Uneven floors.
• Damaged floors.
• Wet floors.
• Inadequate lighting.
• Spilled liquids.

The staff ought to ensure that these hazardous situations are promptly dealt with when they occur, but sometimes negligence is the order of the day and bad things happen. In the event that you are in a slip and fall accident you would do well to report to the manager of the store and then get in touch with a personal injury lawyer who can help you get compensated.

Injuries caused by slip and fall accidents in Domino’s

Depending on where they happen (how hard the floor is), slip and fall accidents can result in serious injuries especially when head trauma occurs. Some common injuries associated with slip and fall accidents include;

• Broken bones
• Sprained joints
• Dislocations
• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Cuts and bruises

Aside from the physical injuries, slip and fall injuries can also have some economic ramifications. If you are a victim of a slip and fall accident, you will have to pay to get yourself treated, and you are unable to work and earn money. This is why getting compensated in full should you be involved in a slip and fall accident is very important.

Requirements to be eligible for a personal injury claim at Domino's

Typically, when it comes to slip and fall accidents, you need to be able to prove that the property owner or the staff of Domino’s are responsible for your slip and fall injury in order to be eligible to file a claim. The owner of the property is required by law to ensure that his/her property is safe for visitors. It is the duty of the property owner to put up warning signs and to quickly take care of any hazards that may be harmful to others.

If there is clear evidence that the property owner, in this case, Domino’s, failed to prevent dangerous hazards that could lead to slip and fall accidents, then Domino’s is liable for any injuries and accidents that occur on its premises. Of course, there must be an injury and the injury must be as a result of the slip and fall accident that occurred at Domino’s premises. This is why taking pictures and preserving useful evidence (like the clothes you were wearing when you fell are important). On the other hand, if the defendant can prove that the slip and fall accident was as a result of your own carelessness and not their negligence, it becomes extremely difficult to secure any form of compensation.

Here is what to do after a slip and fall accident at Domino's

In order to have a water-tight case and an irrefutable claim for compensation, here are some of the steps you need to take immediately after a slip and fall accident. But first, seek medical help, if the injuries are not severe and don’t require immediate medical attention, you can proceed to do as stated below.

Report the Slip and Fall Accident

This is very important in proving that indeed you actually had an accident. Be sure to report the accident to the manager of the store or the person in charge before leaving the premises. Have the details of the incident written down and have a copy for yourself.

Take photos of the accident area

Be sure to photograph the spot you fell and any other surrounding conditions that may have contributed to causing your slip and fall accident.

Don’t give statements

The role of the store owner after a slip and fall accident is to get you to admit guilt and take responsibility for the slip and fall accident. If you do this, you won’t be able to build a solid case against Domino’s.

Call a personal injury lawyer

It is wise to get in touch with an attorney before you take any major actions regarding your case. An experienced personal injury lawyer or accident lawyer will help improve your chances of being compensated.

 Call The Injury Firm today. Don’t get into debt paying medical bills caused by the negligence of someone else. Let trusted and knowledgeable lawyers take charge of your case and get you compensated. If you are a victim of a slip and fall accident at Domino’s, don’t be scared by how large the corporation is, with The Injury Firm, you have nothing to worry about.   Call for a Free Case Evalutaion: 954-951-0000.