Taco Boy Lawsuit Dismissed – Parties Confirm No Evidence of Liability in Tragic 2023 Incident
Taco Boy, a long-standing Charleston brand, announces that the lawsuit naming Taco Boy Folly Beach as a defendant has been formally dismissed. After extensive discovery the plaintiffs and their counselacknowledged that there was no evidence to support claims against Taco Boy.
Importantly, neither Taco Boy nor its insurers paid toward the settlement of this matter, as the complaint allegations were wholly unsubstantiated as proven in the deposition of driver, Komoroski.
“We are relieved that this matter has been resolved and that the facts have exonerated Taco Boy and our team,”said Karalee Fallert, Co-Founder and CEO of Taco Boy. “Our hearts remain with Aric Hutchinson’s family as theycontinue to heal from this unimaginable tragedy. Our priority has always been creating a safe, welcoming environment for our guests and employees, and we are grateful for the unwavering support from the FollyBeach and Charleston communities throughout this process. This resolution allows us to focus fully on what wedo best: serving fresh, delicious tacos in a festive atmosphere while fostering positive connections in our neighborhood.”
Fair and smart liability laws are critical to protecting both the hospitality industry and the communities theyserve. Taco Boy hasreaffirmed its commitment to advocating for legislative reforms that ensure accountability forthose who serve alcohol irresponsibly or choose to drive under the influence, while protecting community-focused businesses and their employees from baseless claims.
Taco Boy remains steadfast in its mission to provide a safe, welcoming, and joyful experience for everyone whowalksthrough itsdoors. The company is proud to be an integral part of the South and North Carolina communitiesand looks forward to continuing to serve guests with the passion and care that have always defined its brand.
About Taco Boy
Founded on South Carolina’s Folly Beach in 2006, Taco Boy is an independently owned neighborhood taco restaurant on a mission to use the power of tacos to cultivate people, activate fun, and build community.Serving scratch-made tacos and other Mexican-inspired eats and drinks daily, Taco Boy is where you come toconnect, unwind, and savor life’s best moments. The family of taquerias has six distinct locations: the flagshiprestaurant on Folly (2006) and others in Charleston (2009), Summerville (2019), West Asheville (2022), BiltmorePark (2023), and LoSo, Charlotte, NC (2024). Taco Boy is for everyone. Find more details at tacoboy.net.
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