Florida hotels stay competitive by providing outstanding service to their clients. From the top management to the rank and file staff, these individuals ensure that the customers' stay is pleasant and enjoyable. To maintain that, property owners should be mindful of...
Premises Liability
Who is liable for premises liability accidents?
Inviting guests to your home is a kind gesture made by many Florida residents. Some residents hold a party at home, serving drinks and food and providing entertainment that visitors will enjoy. But a party host should always be mindful about the safety of guests and...
What hazards do wet floors present to a property’s visitors?
Like anywhere else in the country, inadequate maintenance at a Florida property can lead to an accident. The same goes for premises that need repair or have hazardous conditions. Among the simplest hazards that can cause serious injuries to workers and customers is a...
Informing you about your rights in a dog bite case in Florida
Many cases of premises liability in Tampa, Florida, deal with slip-and-fall accidents, defective elevators and accidents at theme parks. However, incidents concerning premises liability may occur anywhere, particularly if it is an accident caused by inadequate...
What is a slip and fall accident?
The most common cause of personal injury claims associated with premises liability law is a slip and fall accident. Slip and fall is a term used to describe a situation in which an individual slips or trips while present on the property of another person or entity....
Who is liable for premises liability accidents?
Premises liability laws are in place to help protect consumers and visitors from injuries, meaning that safety should be the primary responsibility of property owners. This includes for those who own a shopping mall, store or any other establishment. Premise liability...
Just how safe are roller-coaster rides across the country?
Summer across the United States, including Florida, is a time for beaches, water parks and amusement parks that entire families can enjoy. Many amusement parks are perfect places for fun, but some may also be places where accidents are likely due to negligence that...
Man injured during rapper’s concert sues for premises liability
Safety and security should always be the top concern for business owners. This philosophy holds true for event organizers, too, requiring them to ensure their events,, including parties and gatherings, are safe when held on their own property. Event planners and...
Florida family stresses need for cruise ship lifeguards
Most states, including Florida, either recommend or require that owners of pools that routinely entertain young children have lifeguards on duty to prevent drownings. Unfortunately, this responsibility does not seem to extend to the cruise industry, which has...
Water-safety tips can keep Florida residents safe from drowning
Florida is well known for its coastal beaches, recreational lakes and swimming pools. Unfortunately, the state also leads the country each year in drowning-related deaths of children 5 years old and younger. As spring weather renews everyone's interest in swimming,...