A night out should be enjoyable and safe. When alcohol is served irresponsibly or staff fail to properly manage a dangerous situation, serious injuries may result.

If you were injured at a restaurant, bar or event venue — or by someone who was overserved alcohol — you may be entitled to compensation under Ontario law.

We help you understand your legal rights and pursue a claim against those who may be responsible.

The Responsibility of Restaurants and Bars

Businesses that serve alcohol have responsibilities to protect their customers and the public. This may include taking reasonable steps to:

• Stop serving visibly intoxicated patrons
• Monitor impaired behaviour
• Address potentially dangerous situations
• Provide appropriate supervision and security

If alcohol continues to be served to a visibly intoxicated person and someone is injured, the establishment may potentially be held responsible.

Situations Where You May Have a Claim

You may have a claim if your injuries resulted from:

• An intoxicated person who was overserved
• An assault or altercation at the establishment
• Inadequate security or supervision
• Staff failing to respond appropriately to a dangerous situation
• Excessive force used by staff or security personnel

Depending on the circumstances, both patrons and third parties injured by an intoxicated person may have a potential claim.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

Depending on your injuries and circumstances, you may be able to pursue compensation for:

• Medical treatment and rehabilitation
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Ongoing treatment and care needs

These cases may require evidence such as surveillance footage, incident reports and witness statements. Getting legal advice early can help preserve important evidence.

Free Consultation

If you or a loved one was injured at a restaurant, bar or licensed venue, getting legal advice promptly can help protect your rights.

Contact The Personal Injury Lawyer for a free consultation if the incident occurred in York Region, Toronto or the GTA, including Markham, Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Aurora and Newmarket. We also serve clients throughout Durham Region, Peel Region and Simcoe County.