Category Archives: Slip Fall
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 Unfortunately, walking isn’t always safe in Florida, where an aging infrastructure has left many of our sidewalks outdated,… Read More »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 »
Three Common Questions About Florida Slip And Fall Cases
Pursuing a slip and fall lawsuit is rarely a straightforward process, but can quickly become complicated, especially if a property owner is particularly uncooperative. To help give you a better idea of what to expect throughout the filing process, we’ve included answers to some of the most common questions we receive about slip and… Read More »
Florida’s Transitory Substance Law
In Florida, property owners are required to take certain steps to ensure that their premises are in a reasonably safe condition for invited visitors, to repair any dangerous conditions that do exist, and to warn visitors of hazards on the premises. Property owners who fail to fulfill these obligations can be held liable in… Read More »
Slip And Fall Accidents In Nursing Homes
Many of us think of nursing homes as places where elderly relatives can go to obtain the medical treatment they need, all while under the safe supervision of professionals. Unfortunately, nursing homes don’t always prove to be safe for residents, many of whom sustain serious injuries after being involved in slip and fall accidents… Read More »
Florida Trip And Fall Accidents
While the terms “slip and fall” and “trip and fall” are used interchangeably, they are actually not the same. The primary difference has to do with the cause of the fall, which makes the distinction between the two types of fall important to a premises liability claim, where cause plays a critical role in… Read More »
Common Slip And Fall Injuries
While many people don’t think of slip and fall accidents as being serious, the reality is that they can cause significant injuries. Common injuries include broken elbows and wrists, injured shoulders and hips, and ankle strains and sprains. These are by no means, however, the only types of injuries from which a slip and… Read More »
The Value Of Your Slip And Fall Accident Claim
There are a variety of factors that affect the value of a slip and fall case, but two of the most important are the defendant’s insurance coverage and the severity of the plaintiff’s injury. To learn more about how these factors could affect recovery in your own case, call an experienced Florida slip and… Read More »