Dunkin Donuts Served 3 Separate Injury Lawsuits in NJ

Businesses and property owners have a legal duty to keep customers on their premises safe. When they don’t maintain that duty and someone gets hurt, the victim may be entitled to pursue compensation for their injuries.

Several New Jersey residents have exercised that right recently, as the popular donut chain Dunkin’ Donuts is facing three separate lawsuits. The cases all claim Dunkin’s coffee caused burns or the store had hazards resulting in injuries.

Details of the 3 Separate NJ Dunkin’ Donuts Lawsuits

The lawsuits began with Evan Arlington and his wife Stephanie Arlington-Macisa, who filed their complaint on April 4, 2022. Arlington alleges he has second- and third-degree burns because the store was “negligent in the preparation, sale and service of the coffee … in that it was too hot.” The couple states they have incurred damages for Arlington’s medical care, loss of income, pain, and emotional distress.

On April 13, a second case was filed by another couple. Plaintiff Paul Haggerty also suffered serious burns after being “served excessively hot coffee in a negligent and dangerous fashion.” He claims the cup and lid were mismatched and didn’t have any warnings or instructions. Haggerty and his wife are seeking compensation for his medical and surgical expenses after his burn injury from the hot coffee.

Danielle Cilurso filed the third lawsuit on April 15, claiming she cannot perform her usual activities after falling in a Dunkin’ Donuts. She alleges several entities failed to “inspect the premises, maintain the premises,” and warn of possible hazards. Cilurso is pursuing financial recovery for the money she’s spent on her medical tests and treatment.

Other Historic Hot Beverage Burn Injury Lawsuits

Dunkin’ Donuts being sued in New Jersey is not the beginning of lawsuits for burn injuries caused by hot beverages. McDonald’s had a well-known lawsuit filed against them in 1994 by Stella Liebeck.

Liebeck was severely burned by a hot coffee at a McDonald’s, leaving her with expensive medical bills. Her lawyers showed evidence that the chain restaurant had received hundreds of reports of burns from their coffee. The jury awarded Liebeck $160,000 in compensatory damages and $480,000 in punitive damages.

What To Do if a Business’ Negligence Caused You Permanent Injury

The following steps can help protect your right to pursue compensation after getting hurt at a business:

• Collect evidence — Premises liability cases require quickly gathering evidence, as hazards are often removed or fixed before they can be investigated. After an accident at a business, take pictures and videos to document the hazard or missing safety measures. Get contact information from any eyewitnesses.
• See a doctor — You need to be evaluated by a medical professional as soon as possible after being injured. Not only will a doctor document your injuries, but you may not know how bad your injury really is yet.
• Identify any liable parties — The property owner and anyone responsible for the maintenance or safety of the business may owe you compensation. However, you will have to prove that the responsible parties owed you a duty of care and failed that duty, causing your injuries.
• Contact an attorney — A New Jersey premises liability lawyer can review your case and help you pursue financial recovery for your losses while you heal. They can secure evidence, handle communication with the insurance companies, file a personal injury claim, and demand the compensation you deserve.

Talk to a New Jersey Premises Liability Lawyer Today

For more information about how you can hold a business accountable for your injuries caused by their negligence, contact Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. You can call or message us online for a free consultation with one of our experienced premises liability attorneys.

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