From work to home, school to the supermarket, the possibility for injury is real and substantial. Although commonly associated with a momentary loss of equilibrium and clumsy activity, a slip and fall is oftentimes the most dangerous type of accident to be involved in as it can result in a considerable amount of injuries. Accidents where people slip and fall are often overlooked by most people, but in truth, they actually have the potential to result in serious damages and even death for those involved.
The reason that a slip and fall accident is in fact so dangerous is because such an incident can occur anywhere and at anytime. It doesn’t matter whether you are at the grocery store, local pool, or a friend’s home; there is always the possibility of being involved in a slip and fall accident. Moreover, such incidents can result in a great variety of injuries.
The most common results of a slip and fall accident are:
- Back injuries
- Neck injuries
- Broken or fractured bones
- Arm and leg injuries
- Paralysis (quadriplegia and paraplegia)
- Head trauma and brain damage
- Wrongful death claims
Although most people consider a slip and fall to be an accidental occurrence, in the majority of cases, a slip and fall could not only have been prevented but was the result of ignorance or negligence on the part of the property owner. Almost all cases of slip and fall are a result of hazardous conditions that have been either disregarded or overlooked by a business and/or it’s property owners.
When a person slips and falls, or trips and falls, on another person’s property and they are then injured, the property owner may be held liable for the damages incurred. In the state of Florida, all landowners are responsible for ensuring that their property is free from hazardous conditions, and for making sure that the general public is aware of any dangerous conditions that may exist. If a landowner fails to maintain their property and prevent hazardous conditions and another person is injured while present, the property owner may have to pay damages to the injured party.
A Florida slip and fall liability case can be filed by a victim who is hurt due to the negligence or carelessness of another. Unfortunately, thousands of Florida slip and fall accident victims are eligible to make these claims every year after suffering injuries caused by property owners who failed to use reasonable care to warn of hazards or remove dangerous conditions from their property.
Below, we hope to provide you with answers to the most common questions regarding slip and fall accidents.
What is a Slip and Fall Injury?
What Causes a Slip and Fall Injury to Occur?
What Can I Do to Prevent a Slip and Fall Injury from Occuring?
Who is Responsible for My Slip and Fall Injury?
What Should I Do if I Slip and Fall?
What Kinds of Damages are Recoverable for a Slip and Fall Injury?
What Can I Expect to Happen After I File my Slip and Fall Claim?
What are Some Defenses that I can Expect Will Be Raised Against Me in My Slip and Fall Claim?
What Businesses May Be Subject to a Slip and Fall Claim?
What is a Premises Liability Claim?
Is a Nursing Home Fall Different From a Typical Slip and Fall?
Who is Responsible For My Slip and Fall Injury?
What are Some Defenses that I Can Expect Will Be Raised Against Me in My Slip and Fall Claim?
What are Some Florida Laws and Regulations Regarding a Slip and Fall Accident?
Why do I Need a Slip and Fall Attorney?
At Rue & Ziffra, P.A., we have the experience and tenacity needed to fight for victims’ rights in premises liability claims. Our Central Florida slip and fall accident attorneys will not only provide you with the legal advice and counsel you need, but make sure that you are informed and aware of what’s happening in your claim every step of the way. Let us handle your case and you recover. Contact us today to see how we can help return your life to normal.
