Coral Gables Premises Liability Lawyer

In Florida, to win a slip and fall case you must prove that the property owner or manager knew or should have known about the dangerous condition, they failed to fix the hazard or warn visitors about it, their negligence caused your fall, and you suffered actual damages (injuries, medical bills, lost wages). The property owner's knowledge is often the most challenging element to prove, which is why having an experienced attorney is crucial.

While there's no legal deadline for reporting a slip and fall, you should report it immediately to the property owner or manager and document the incident. Get a copy of any incident report. In Florida, you have two years to file a lawsuit, but evidence preservation is critical. Surveillance footage may be overwritten, witnesses may forget details, and the hazard may be fixed. Contact an attorney as soon as possible to preserve your claim.

Common causes of slip and fall accidents include wet or slippery floors (from spills, mopping, or rain tracked inside), uneven surfaces or flooring transitions, broken or missing handrails, poor lighting, cluttered walkways, torn carpeting or loose floor mats, and unmarked steps or elevation changes. Property owners have a duty to maintain safe premises and warn visitors of known hazards.

Yes, you can sue a store if you fell due to their negligence. Stores have a duty to maintain safe premises for customers. This includes regularly inspecting for hazards, promptly cleaning spills, placing warning signs for wet floors, maintaining adequate lighting, and keeping aisles clear. If a store fails in these duties and you're injured, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Premises liability is the area of law that holds property owners and occupiers responsible for injuries that occur on their property due to unsafe conditions. In Florida, property owners must exercise reasonable care to maintain their property safely and warn visitors of known dangers. This applies to various properties including stores, restaurants, hotels, apartment complexes, private homes, and public spaces. The level of duty owed depends on whether the injured person was an invitee, licensee, or trespasser.