Incident Overview

Kelsey King, a Jacksonville resident, filed a civil lawsuit in Duval County Circuit Court. She sued Darden Concepts, Inc. and an unnamed employee, referred to as John Doe. The case involved an incident that occurred on January 2, 2023, at a Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen restaurant in Jacksonville. Darden Concepts allegedly owned or operated the premises at the time. King accused the restaurant and its staff of negligence that caused her to slip and fall inside the establishment.

Events Leading to the Legal Dispute

King claimed the restaurant failed to properly maintain the floors. According to her complaint, employees did not inspect for slip hazards or follow cleaning policies. A foreign substance on the floor allegedly created a danger. She said there were no warnings, and the staff ignored a foreseeable risk. The substance caused her to slip and fall. She blamed both the company and the employee on duty for failing to act reasonably.

Plaintiff’s Injuries and Their Impact

King suffered serious physical injuries. She experienced pain, disability, and permanent scarring. Her inj