Rainforest Café is a themed chain of restaurants owned by Landry’s Inc. of Houston. Steven Schussler founded the chain in 1994. The headquarters remain in Houston and the chain has grown to have 24 restaurant locations. If you are an employee at Rainforest Café, you are covered by workers’ compensation insurance while on the job. While state laws vary, workers’ compensation includes medical benefits and covers about two-thirds of the worker’s lost wages during the recovery process. About Rainforest Café Rainforest Café restaurants are designed to look like a tropical rainforest. The setting includes plant growth, waterfalls, mists, animated rainforest animals, such as gorillas, elephants, tigers, snakes, frogs, crocodiles, and tropical birds. Most locations have exteriors that are themed as well as the interiors. The restaurants serve pasta, seafood, salads, sandwiches, and desserts. They sell themed merchandise in their small gift shop. Some are set up to resemble the ruins of an ancient jungle, an Orlando location is located under a large volcano, and mall locations have simulated plant growth and waterfalls outside. Risks While Working At Rainforest Cafe Rainforest Café has employees in several different roles. Any job has its own risks, regardless of the safety protocol and training processes. Anyone could be injured, and regardless of whether the injury is at fault of the café or the employee, workers’ compensation will cover the medical bills and a portion of the lost wages. A janitorial worker could suffer chemical burns from cleaning supplies. A kitchen employee might suffer an allergic reaction from coming into contact with an unknown irritant. A cook might suffer burns. Any of these injuries will require medical care and time away from the job. Workers’ Compensation Claim Against Rainforest Café You were working your shift at Rainforest Café where you are a server. You were taking a customer their food when you slipped on a wet floor. When you fell, you hit your head on the table then the floor. Your hand was cut by breaking glass. Because you were injured at work, you will be able to pursue a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation will cover your medical bills and will pay you a portion of your lost wages while you are unable to work because of your injury. You will need to file your claim in a timely manner and be sure to follow up with the proper medical care. Consult With A Workers’ Compensation Attorney If you suffered an injury on the job at Rainforest Café, you should consult with a workers’ compensation attorney. You want to get a workplace injury lawyer who is licensed in your state, so they are familiar with local laws and so they can represent you in court if the claim advances to that level. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form today, so you can get your claim on track. Additional Resources Falls and Workers' Compensation Common Mistakes When Documenting My Workplace Accident *Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Rainforest Cafe, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
