Another article reports that the woman weighs between 130 and 140 lbs, so her weight didn't crack the toilet. It's hard to comment on whether or not this is a valid lawsuit without knowing the specifics. If she was injured just because she had to use the toilet, then I agree the pub has to take some responsibility. Maybe restaurants should have signs "use at your own risk." :-)   In most cases, this type of lawsuit won't go too far and the couple won't end up getting much money. They will probably be offered a considerably smaller amount to settle and their lawyer will take 1/3.   $150,000 is nothing in a lawsuit. I worked with a woman several years ago who was injured at Home Depot due to negligence on the store's part. She had several knee operations and was awarded $500,000.   So much depends on the injury, the amount of pain & suffering and the attorneys.