Panera Bread Slip and Fall Accident Lawsuit Attorney

As one of the world’s largest restaurant franchises, you can find a Panera Bread location in just about every city in the U.S. These places can be described as a bakery / café hybrid where you can order a large variety of menu items, such as sandwiches, soups, grain bowls, smoothies, flatbread pizzas, and pasta.

In California alone, there are currently 188 Panera Bread locations that are packed from morning till night. Whether you want a quick lunch during the workday or need a fresh change from fast food places, there’s something for just about everyone at Panera. Along with the quality of food, safety conditions at a restaurant are extremely important, as it can help prevent incidents like slip and falls.

Falling down is the most common source of injury at commercial premises, due to the fact that so many things end up on the floor, ground, steps, and other areas throughout the property. Fortunately, those who are injured by negligence at a restaurant have the right to demand monetary compensation from the business owner. A Panera Bread slip and fall injury accident lawyer can help you understand your rights and the legal options that are available to you. Contact us right away to schedule a free consultation with our legal experts.

What can Cause People to Slip and Fall Down at Panera Bread?

Though any type of property is prone to fall-related accidents, these incidents are extremely common at locations that serve food. Below are some examples of hazards that can result in a slip and fall accident at Panera Bread:

• Water or beverage spills on the floor
• No Wet Floor signs around spills, or after mopping
• Leaking appliances, particularly fridge and freezer units
• Anti-slip mats that are worn out or ineffective
• Missing / broken handrails
• Uneven flooring
• Slippery steps
• Food, napkins and other debris on the floor
• Parking lot hazards – ice, snow, garbage, etc.

Regardless of how you fell at a Panera Bread location, please make sure to seek medical attention right away. As a personal injury case requires evidence of bodily harm, this is the single most important step you can take after a slip and fall at Panera Bread. It’s also worth noting that these accidents are associated with serious injuries, like broken bones, fractures in the hip or pelvis, joint dislocation, spinal cord injury, and brain damage. To ensure the best possible recovery from your injuries, it’s best to go to a hospital right away if you were injured from falling down at a restaurant.

Can I Sue Panera Bread for a Slip and Fall?

Yes, you can sue Panera Bread for your injuries if your accident was caused by a dangerous condition on their property. Your right to compensation is based on the law of premises liability, which holds owners responsible when someone is harmed in any section of the property. However, you will need to show that you slipped and fell from a condition that the restaurant was aware of, or would have known about had they taken reasonable measures (cleaning up spills, fixing a leaking pipe, etc.). If the restaurant failed to exercise reasonable care, you can sue them for an act of negligence, which is the basis of a personal injury lawsuit.

You can learn more about the concept of liability for a slip and fall incident during a free consultation with one of our legal experts. Please give us a call if you have been injured at a Panera Bread location in the following California cities:

• Anaheim
• Bakersfield
• Brea
• Camarillo
• Campbell
• Carlsbad
• Carlson
• Chula Vista
• Clovis
• Costa Mesa
• Dublin
• Escondido
• Fairfield
• Foster City
• Fremont
• Fresno
• Fullerton
• Irvine
• Lodi
• Los Angeles
• Marina Del Ray
• Mountain View
• Orange
• Palm Desert
• Palmdale
• Rancho Cucamonga
• Riverside
• Roseville
• Rowland Heights
• Sacramento
• San Bernardino
• San Diego
• San Jose
• San Marcos
• Sand City
• Stockton
• Sunnydale
• Turlock
• Tustin
• Valencia
• Walnut Creek

How to File an Injury Claim against Panera Bread

Filing an incident report with someone in charge is essential if you plan to seek monetary damages from a slip and fall injury claim. To establish the strongest foundation of your case, please follow the steps listed below:

• Make sure to file an accident report with the manager and ask for a copy before you leave the restaurant.
• When you questioned about the accident, give short, factual answers that can’t be used against you by Panera’s insurance company. In particular, never apologize or make yourself look bad with statements like “That was clumsy of me.”
• Make sure to take photos of the accident site, the hazard that caused you to fall, and any visible injuries.
• If there are witnesses, get their contact info and reach out to them later for witness statements.
• Go to an emergency room, urgent care facility, or somewhere else where you can receive medical attention.
• Call us as soon as possible to speak with an experienced slip and fall accident attorney.

Average Case Value of a Slip and Fall Case against Panera Bread

The total amount that can be recovered from a slip and fall claim is dependent on many factors that are unique to each victim’s circumstances. A possible settlement may be as low as $10,000 or as high as $2,500,000 and above. The degree of injuries suffered by the victim is the most important factor when it comes to the value of a restaurant injury case. But there are many other issues that will impact the overall amount you can request from an accident claim against Panera Bread. For assistance on figuring out the value of your slip and fall injury case, contact the fall accident lawsuit attorneys of Kenmore.

How Long will it Take to Reach a Settlement?

Resolving a slip and fall lawsuit can take anywhere from a few months to one or more years on average. We always strive to negotiate all settlements with the insurance company within 6 months from the filing of your claim. But there are many issues that can come up along with way, which will add to the amount of time it will take to settle your case. This includes filing a lawsuit if we unable to reach a fair settlement agreement with Panera Bread’s insurance company. Based on the legal actions we will need to take, it may be 2 or more years before you receive compensation for your injuries.

Free Second Opinion Consultation

Finding an attorney should make life easier, but that may not be the case depending on how thing are going with your case. If you have concerns about an existing Panera Bread slip and fall lawsuit, we are here to help with a free second opinion consultation. Our office has lawyers experienced in cases against Panera Bread, who are ready to evaluate your claim and offer solutions to your problems. All you have to do is schedule a free second opinion by contacting our law firm.

What is the Statute of Limitations for a Slip and Fall Lawsuit?

The time limit to file a slip and fall lawsuit in California is two years from the time you are injured.

This deadline is imposed by the court system to ensure that all legal actions are filed in a timely manner. There are very few exceptions to the statute of limitations, so if you are past the two-year mark, the court will most likely invalidate your right to an injury claim. That’s why we urge you to contact us right away if you got hurt from falling down at Panera Bread.

Contact a Lawyer with Experience in Slip and Fall Accidents

No one should be burdened with the financial costs of recovering from an accident that was caused by someone else. Unfortunately, injuries from a slip and fall are inevitable when there is negligence by a property owner or the people that work for them.

Kenmore Law Group is here to fight for you and the compensation you deserve if you were injured from unsafe conditions at a Panera Bread location. We offer a Zero Fee Guarantee from the moment you contact us, which means you won’t have to pay a single penny in legal fees. All costs are deferred until the end of your case, when we receive a portion of your settlement to cover our expenses. And if you don’t receive payment from a successful lawsuit, neither do we.

Our slip and fall injury lawyers are ready to speak with you, so contact our office to schedule a free case review.