Category Archives: Slip Fall
Grocery Store Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents can happen just about anywhere, but there are certain locations where these kinds of accidents are more likely to occur. Grocery stores, for instance, which usually have slick floors and where customers are much more likely to encounter spills, are some of the most common sites for this kind of… Read More »
Don’t Forget to Include These Documents with Your Slip and Fall Demand Letter
Most civil lawsuits don’t go to trial, but are resolved through settlement negotiations, in which the at-fault party agrees to pay a certain amount to a claimant in exchange for that person agreeing to give up the right to file a claim in court. To start negotiations, an injured party usually begins by sending… Read More »
Pursuing A Parking Lot Slip And Fall Claim
A surprising number of slip and fall claims don’t happen inside of buildings, but occur in the parking lots located on those properties. Fortunately, individuals who are injured in these kinds of accidents still have the right to pursue legal compensation from the party who failed to keep those premises safe for visitors. Causes… Read More »
Duty To Warn Of Dangerous Conditions In Florida
In Florida, property owners who invite others on to their premises have a legal responsibility to ensure that the property in question is safe. For business owners, this means that they must take steps to warn visitors of and repair those dangerous conditions. Property owners that fail to fulfill this responsibility can be held… Read More »
Slippery Surface Falls
Most slip and fall accidents happen because there is a lack of traction between a person’s foot and the floor. This could be due to everything from a temporary spill to the use of too much wax on the floors. In these situations, a property owner could be held liable for failing to keep… Read More »
How Unsafe Cleaning Practices Can Cause Slip And Fall Accidents
Preventing slip and fall accidents requires a multi-tiered approach, including choosing the correct flooring, regularly inspecting the premises for spills and other hazards, and using proper cleaning practices. Unfortunately, property owners don’t always take the precautions that they should, failing to instruct employees on proper cleaning methods, using the wrong products, or failing to… Read More »
Uneven Sidewalk Injuries
There are a lot of pedestrians in Florida. Whether exercising the dog, walking to work, taking the kids to school, or just visiting the city’s sights, walking has become increasingly popular in urban areas, like Tampa. Unfortunately, walking isn’t always safe in Florida, where an aging infrastructure has left many of our sidewalks outdated,… Read More »
Stairway Slip And Fall Accidents
Falls can occur and can cause injury just about anywhere and at any time. Something as simple as slipping and falling on a wet floor at a restaurant could, for example, cause broken bones or a concussion. It is not falling on a flat, horizontal surface, however, that tends to cause the most severe… Read More »
Does Florida Law Require The Use Of “Wet Floor” Signs?
A lot of slip and fall accidents occur because the walking surface in question was wet, either because of a spill, a leak, or inclement weather. For this reason, many states require businesses to place signs warning visitors of potentially wet floors. While commercial establishments, government agencies, and other property owners that see a… Read More »
Slip And Fall Accidents On Government Property
Slip and fall accidents happen all the time in Florida. Whether due to heavy rain, a lack of maintenance, or a dangerous hazard on someone’s property, these accidents can have devastating consequences for victims. Private companies can often be held liable for a victim’s damages in these cases if there is evidence of property… Read More »