You might visit a Subway store to get a sandwich while you’re out and about in Florida. Unfortunately, a visit to a Subway doesn’t always lead to a full stomach. You could end up visiting the hospital and dealing with high medical bills if you slipped and fell while in the store.
The Law Offices of Chalik & Chalik can help you seek compensation for your losses if you slipped and fell in a Subway. You can reach our injury lawyers for slip and fall accidents at Subway in Florida easily. Just call (855) 529-0269 to get professional help in your corner.
Review Subway’s History Right Now
The company that would become Subway first began operating in 1965 in Connecticut. Subway was originally called Pete’s Super Submarines. The company took the name Subway in 1968 as it began to expand.
Currently, there are over 42,000 Subway restaurants in operation. This company operates stores around the world. In fact, you can find Subways selling sandwiches and salads in more than 110 different countries.
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(855) 529-0269The Causes of Accidents at Subway Stores
You could slip and fall in a Subway for a number of reasons. Many Subway accidents occur because of:
- Spills from dropped drinks
- Wet areas caused by mopping the floor
- Cracked or damaged flooring
- Rugs that are folded improperly
- Improper lighting in certain parts of the store
Due to the dangers associated with slippery floors, many slip and fall accidents occur by the drink area or the entry and exit to the store. However, you could slip and fall anywhere in a Subway store in Florida.
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(855) 529-0269Results of Subway Slip and Fall Accidents
It can be easy to disregard the severity of a slip and fall accident in Subway. Many people do not realize that slipping and falling can easily result in:
- Broken bones or fractures
- Injuries to your head or brain
- Injuries to your neck, back, or spine
Medical care is growing increasingly expensive in our area. A serious injury can quickly result in mountains of medical debt. You may need to work with a slip and fall accident lawyer to improve your odds of getting full compensation for your healthcare expenses and other losses.
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Types of Compensation for Slip and Fall Accidents in Florida
As we mentioned, you could be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses if you slipped and fell in a Subway. Depending upon your situation, you could also be awarded damages for:
- Wages lost while you recovered from your injuries
- Lost earning potential if you cannot fully recover
- Your pain, suffering, and mental anguish
It is important that you contact a slip and fall accident lawyer right away after you are injured. This can improve your odds of getting maximum compensation for all of your losses. You should avoid signing any documents offered by Subway representatives or discussing your accident on social media before you have spoken with a legal professional.
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(855) 529-0269Make Sure You Report Your Subway Slip and Fall Accident
You should seek medical treatment and speak with a slip and fall accident lawyer if you fell in a Subway. You should also report your accident to a store employee, preferably the store manager. This employee can document your accident with an official incident report.
It’s also a good idea to take pictures of the scene of your fall and your injuries. These pictures can serve as another form of documentation to prove that your accident happened the way that you say it did.
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In many cases, you will need to file a premises liability claim to get compensation after a Subway slip and fall accident. Jason and Debi Chalik can gather evidence to build your claim. We can speak with witnesses and we can even request video surveillance footage from the time that you fell.
Using our findings, we can negotiate on your behalf with insurance agents working for Subway. Let us work aggressively to bring you a fair settlement for your losses. We also understand what it takes to take your premises liability claim to court, if insurance agents refuse to treat you fairly.
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Getting professional help after a slip and fall accident can increase your chances of getting full compensation. The Law Offices of Chalik & Chalik are ready to help you. Just fill out our online contact form or call (855) 529-0269 to get a free consultation from our injury lawyers for slip and fall accidents at Subway in Florida.
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