Ubiquitous Enterprises is a franchisee of HotPan chain of restaurants. One afternoon, Linda, an employee of a HotPan restaurant owned by the franchisee, is mopping the floor. Gary, a customer who enters the restaurant is talking on his cell phone and does not notice Linda mopping the floor. He slips on the wet floor while walking to the counter and is injured. Who among the following is liable for Gary's injuries?

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Ubiquitous Enterprises, as the franchisee operating the specific restaurant, is responsible for ensuring the safety of its premises, including placing appropriate warning signs for wet floors.

Ubiquitous Enterprises Is a Franchisee of HotPan Chain of Restaurants