If I ordered food to go from a restaurant but there was glass in it and I cut my tongue badly, can I sue?

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If I ordered food to go from a restaurant but there was glass in it and I cut my tongue badly, can I sue?

Asked on April 9, 2013 under Personal Injury, Washington

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 10 years ago | Contributor

In order to pursue a personal injury lawsuit, there must have been: (1) damages suffered; and (2) they must have resulted from a negligent or an inentional act. Here, you had a severe cut to your tongue, so you have damages. Additionally, glass does not belong in food so clearly there was negligence on the part of the restaurant, since glass was in fact in the food that you were served.

Accordingly, you should consult directly with a personal injury attorney in your area. They can best advise as towhat your next step should be. A consultation of this type is typically for free.


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