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Florida Man Sues Outback, Says Handicap-Stall Toilet Shattered and Injured Him

The case sits at the complaint stage without any court rulings.

Overview

  • Michael Green filed a negligence complaint on Dec. 9 in Marion County against Outback Steakhouse of Florida, LLC.
  • The suit alleges that on March 26 a toilet in the handicap stall at an Ocala location suddenly shattered and collapsed, causing him to fall.
  • Green claims severe bodily injury, citing permanent loss of function, scarring, pain and suffering, medical expenses and lost wages.
  • The complaint seeks about $50,000 in damages, according to multiple reports summarizing the filing.
  • Outback did not immediately respond to a request for comment, and coverage notes the chain has recently closed underperforming locations as part of a broader turnaround effort.