A local restaurant chain is facing a lawsuit after a customer suffered severe injuries due to alleged negligence. On September 5, 2024, Paul Crispin filed a complaint in the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware County against Outback Steakhouse and its associated entities, including Bloomin’ Brands, Inc., OSI Restaurant Partners, LLC, and Outback Steakhouse of Florida, LLC.
According to the complaint, Crispin was dining at the Outback Steakhouse located at 1118 Baltimore Pike in Springfield, PA on September 11, 2022. While walking to the bathroom, he slipped on a wet and slippery floor near the kitchen and bathroom area. The lawsuit claims that this hazardous condition was known or should have been known by the defendants and their employees but was not addressed adequately. "Defendants failed to make a reasonable inspection of the floor," states the complaint, adding that they did not warn patrons about the dangerous condition or take steps to prevent such accidents.
Crispin's injuries from the fall were extensive. He sustained bilateral ulnar impaction, aggravation of underlying left thumb arthritis requiring injections, traumatic injury to his cervical spine necessitating surgery (posterior C2-4 laminectomy), traumatic injury to his back requiring spinal fusion surgery, as well as injuries to his right ankle and knee. The lawsuit also mentions injuries to his nerves and nervous system. As a result of these injuries, Crispin has experienced severe physical pain and mental anguish which may continue indefinitely into the future.
The plaintiff argues that these injuries have led to significant medical expenses and income loss. Furthermore, Crispin claims he has suffered permanent disability and impairment of earning capacity as well as a diminished ability to enjoy life’s pleasures. He believes he may be prevented from attending to his usual duties and obligations in the future due to the permanent nature of his injuries.
Crispin is seeking judgment against all defendants jointly and severally for an amount exceeding fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) plus additional relief deemed appropriate by the court. The case emphasizes that this sum surpasses the compulsory arbitration limit set by Delaware County courts.
Representing Paul Crispin are attorneys Gerald B. Baldino Jr., Esq., and Gerald B. Baldino III., Esq., from Sacchetta & Baldino law firm based in Media, PA.