Legal Action After Incident at Outback Steakhouse
A man is pursuing legal action following an injury he sustained in the restroom of an Outback Steakhouse in Ocala, Florida. Michael Green filed a lawsuit in December at the Marion County’s 5th Judicial Circuit Court, stemming from an incident that occurred on March 26.
The lawsuit claims that Green was sitting on the handicapped toilet when it unexpectedly shattered, causing him to fall and suffer serious injuries.
According to information from a toilet manufacturing website, ceramic toilets are designed to be durable, but that doesn’t mean they can’t break over time. The material can still wear down, leading to potential failures.
The site explains that if a toilet isn’t installed correctly, it can experience excessive stress, which may result in structural damages. Issues like uneven flooring or overly tightened bolts could contribute to such failures. Additionally, broken ceramic pieces are considered dangerously sharp and could cause significant injuries.
The restaurant is accused of negligence for not properly maintaining and inspecting the restrooms, and the complaint alleges that they failed to secure the toilets correctly.
As per the lawsuit, Green reportedly experienced “serious and permanent loss of vital bodily functions and/or permanent and significant scarring,” and he claims to have endured pain, medical costs, and lost income. He seeks damages exceeding $50,000, not including interest or costs.
This incident emerges amid reports of multiple Outback Steakhouse locations closing down. Parent company Bloomin’ Brands has reportedly shut several outlets across the U.S., including some in Florida. The very first Outback Steakhouse was established in Tampa back in 1988.
According to the Outback Steakhouse website, the chain is recognized for offering an array of dishes like steaks, chicken, ribs, seafood, and pasta at reasonable prices.
