Slip and fall accidents can lead to serious injuries and unexpected challenges. When pursuing a claim for damages, understanding how Florida’s comparative negligence laws apply is crucial. This legal principle can significantly impact the amount of compensation an...
Slip-and-Fall Accidents
How does poor lighting cause slip-and-fall accidents?
Slip-and-fall accidents are common causes of serious injuries. Inadequate lighting often plays a critical role in these accidents, especially in poorly lit public areas, stairways, or parking lots. Understanding how lighting affects safety can help prevent these...
The lasting impact of slip-and-fall injuries on seniors
Slip-and-fall injuries pose a significant risk to seniors, leading to severe consequences. Understanding the long-term effects and the legal options available is necessary for protecting their health and rights. Physical consequences of slip-and-fall injuries...
The risk of swimming area slip-and-falls for seniors
During the hot and humid Florida summers, swimming pools at retirement communities are a popular place for residents to cool off and get some exercise. However, these pools can also pose serious slip-and-fall hazards that can lead to injurious and even fatal...
Understanding slip and fall cases in Florida
Have you ever had a slip or trip on someone else's property? If so, you may be considering whether to file a claim. This is particularly true if your slip or fall led to a serious injury. Florida laws cover a wide variety of incidents that come under this heading....
Common injuries elder adults suffer in a slip-and-fall accident
While a slip-and-fall accident can cause significant injuries for most people, the elderly are at greater risk of serious complications. In Florida, falling is the leading cause of injuries in those over age 65. It is important to recognize the potential injuries that...
5 ways elders can avoid slips and falls in Florida
As we age, it becomes increasingly important to take measures to stay safe. One of the most common dangers that seniors face in Florida is slip, trip and fall accidents. These accidents can cause severe injuries and, in some cases, even death. 1. Clean up clutter One...
Slip-and-fall accidents in parking garages
While motor vehicle collisions often lead to devastating injuries, the moment the driver gets out of the car or truck they are now a pedestrian. Walking through a parking garage offers a broad range of hazards including slip-and-fall accidents. While every situation...
A core premises liability concern: slips, trips and falls
An individual losing control and flying through the air prior to a certain hard fall is only funny in slapstick comedy films and routines. In real life, it is anything but humorous. In fact, slip, trip and fall incidents often yield outcomes in Florida and nationally...
Who is to blame if you trip and fall outdoors?
When you are walking outdoors, your mind is probably not on the various things that could cause you harm. You may simply be walking to your vehicle in a parking lot, going to work or exercising, and the next thing you know, you could find yourself on the ground,...
