Overview
- The lawsuit, filed in the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court for Marion County, names Outback Steakhouse of Florida, LLC and seeks more than $50,000 in damages.
- Plaintiff Michael Green alleges the toilet in the handicap stall at the Southwest College Road location suddenly shattered and collapsed on March 26, causing him to fall.
- Green claims severe injuries, including a significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function, permanent scarring, pain and suffering, medical expenses, and lost wages.
- The complaint contends the restaurant failed to secure the toilet to the floor, did not properly inspect or maintain it, and knew or should have known of an unreasonably dangerous condition.
- Reports note the case is pending with no immediate comment from Outback or Bloomin’ Brands, as the company closes underperforming units and pursues a $50–75 million turnaround plan.