Getting injured at your local bar is not uncommon. Whether you are hurt during a slip and fall or a bar fight, this is something that happens more often than you may think. The question we are asked frequently is: Can I sue a bar in Connecticut if you are assaulted? Yes, but it depends on the circumstances of your case.
In the event of an assault, you would file a premises liability claim for compensation from the bar or nightclub. The steps to take will be covered in the article below. The main piece of a bar fight lawsuit is that the bar was responsible for providing a safe environment and failed to do so.
If you were assaulted inside a bar or nightclub, consult with a CT personal injury lawyer such as Brandon J. Broderick. We will discuss your case and provide you with the legal support you need to win your case.
Who Assaulted You May Affect Your Case
Filing a premises liability claim for assault at a bar or nightclub depends on who carried out the attack. Was the person a bar patron or a member of the staff? This will have an impact on your case.
Staff Member or Bartender Assaulted You
In the event that an employee of the bar assaulted you, you may claim the company failed in their hiring and training process. The bar employee could be a bartender, waiter or even a bouncer. This would support your claim that the nightclub or bar was negligent and responsible for your injuries.
Another Bar Patron Assaulted You
You may argue that the bar had poor security if the attacker was another bar patron. Having too much to drink at a bar can result in fights. This is why bouncers should be hired to break up fights or de-escalate conflicts to keep all patrons safe. If security wasn't there to stop the assault, you could sue the bar.
It is also possible to hold the bar accountable for activities that happen outside as well. If the parking lot is dark and you are attacked in the parking lot on your way to your car, you may be able to sue the bar. You may be able to sue both your attacker as well.
How To Prove Negligence In A Bar Fight Lawsuit
To prove that the bar was the cause of your assault, you must provide evidence, such as:
- Risk was there.
- Owner created, should have known about it, or knew about the risk.
- Owner did nothing to remove the risk.
- You were injured due to the risk, directly or indirectly.
Even with proof, the insurance company or lawyers for the bar may attempt to disprove your claim. They may attempt to blame you for the assault, claiming you started it or was the aggressor in the fight. Or, they may claim you have exaggerated what happened.
To combat any claims to disprove your claim, you and your lawyer can gather evidence, such as statements from witnesses, photos and video captured of the assault.
Need Legal Help? Schedule a Free Consultation With Brandon J. Broderick
It is important to consult with a Connecticut personal injury lawyer who specializes in premises liability after a bar fight. The staff at Brandon J. Broderick, Attorney at Law has assisted thousands of victims over the years in recovering compensation in personal injury lawsuits.
If you suffered injury during a fight at a bar or nightclub in CT, please reach out with us today to discuss your claim. We will help you determine what you need to win your case and provide the legal support you need.
All cases are taken on a contingency basis, which means you do not pay anything upfront to us to represent you. We are only paid if we are successful in winning your case, which means there is no risk to you.
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