Bar, Club & Restaurant Liability
When we go out for an evening on the town, we all hope to have a safe and enjoyable experience. Sometimes it doesn’t happen that way.
Bar, Club and Restaurant owners have a responsibility to keep their patrons safe from harm and must maintain hazard-free premises. Unfortunately, bars, clubs and restaurants seem to be a magnet for the unexpected to happen. Like any premises, accidents such as trip and falls due to dangerous and defective conditions can occur.
Additionally, assaults are a common event. These generally fall into two categories, patron against patron and “bouncer” assaults. The owner of a bar, club and restaurant may be held legally liable for such an occurrence.
Finally, there is what is called “Dram Shop Liability.” The most common imposition of dram shop liability is for the sale of alcohol to a minor or an intoxicated person who then causes an injury or death to a third party.
If you have been the victim of an accident or an assault at a bar, club or restaurant, call now for a free consultation.
Do I Have a Viable BAR, CLUB & RESTAURANT LIABILITY Case?
Any potential personal injury case involving a bar, club or restaurant requires a detailed understanding of the facts, the processes, and the law. If an accident has impacted your life, you will want to consult with an experienced attorney to see if you should pursue a lawsuit.
Nightclub Injuries and Assault by Bouncers
Have you been injured in a nightclub or bar fight? Were you assaulted by a bouncer while at a nightclub or bar? If so, you may have the right to compensation for your injuries. At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., our experienced night club injury lawyers understand the complexities of these cases and will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
Legal Responsibility of Nightclubs and Bars
In New York, nightclubs and bars have a legal responsibility to provide a safe environment for their patrons. This includes hiring licensed and trained security guards (bouncers). When a bouncer assaults a patron, the nightclub or bar can be held liable for the injuries.
Bouncers are only supposed to use the amount of force necessary to remove a patron from the premises. Unfortunately, many bouncers use excessive force, resulting in serious injuries to patrons.
Nightclub Liability for Patron-on-Patron Assaults
Nightclubs can also be held liable for injuries sustained by a patron in an assault by another patron if the nightclub:
- Failed to intervene in a fight that they were aware of or should have been aware of
- Failed to provide adequate security staffing
- Failed to properly screen patrons for weapons
- Compensation for Nightclub Injuries
If you have been injured in a nightclub or bar, you may be entitled to compensation for:
- Medical bills
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
Our Nightclub Injury Lawyers Can Help
At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., our night club injury lawyers have extensive experience handling cases involving injuries sustained at nightclubs and bars. We will work tirelessly to investigate your case, identify all liable parties, and pursue the maximum compensation you deserve.
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Please call us for a free consultation and we will be happy to discuss any potential case with you.