Tampa Premises Liability Attorneys

Property owners and managers have an obligation to maintain their buildings and premises in a reasonably safe manner. This means the owner:

• Complies with building codes and other laws
• Repairs broken items that pose a safety hazard
• Takes action to remove hazards within a reasonable time or when notified
• Warns people of potential dangers
• Installs safety equipment where needed
• Provides adequate security
• Trains employees to act in a safe manner

When a business or property owner fails in these duties and someone is injured, they have an obligation to compensate that person for the injuries and losses caused by the negligence.

At the law office of Culpepper Kurland, our lawyers represent people throughout the Tampa Bay area who have suffered serious injury due to dangerous property conditions. If a wet floor caused you to fall, a faulty escalator caused foot lacerations or merchandise left in a store aisle caused you to trip, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries and expenses.

Contact our Tampa law office online or call us at 813.228.8600 to schedule a free consultation. Our firm is dedicated to getting results for injured people in the Tampa area and around Florida.

Common Premises Liability Claims

We handle a wide range of premises liability cases resulting in burns, broken bones, back injuries, lacerations and scarring, head trauma, and even death. Premises liability cases we can handle include:

• Slip-and-fall and trip-and-fall accidents in buildings, stairwells and parking lots or on broken or cracked sidewalks
• Injuries from defective escalators and elevators
• Accidents in unsecured swimming pools or in pools with defective drains or other unsafe conditions
• Accidents caused by insufficient signage to warn of hazards
• Dog bites and other animal attacks
• Assaults caused by negligent or inadequate security in security buildings, nightclubs and parking ramps

Frequently Asked Questions About Premises Liability In Florida

Do you have questions after suffering injuries on someone else’s property? Find your answers below:

What is the very first thing I should do after being injured on someone else’s property?

Call 911 and seek medical attention – even if you believe that your injuries are minor. Some serious injuries can have delayed symptoms. That protects your health and establishes a direct connection between the accident and your condition, which may be important to your claim later.

How is liability in a premises liability case determined?

To prove liability in a premises liability case, a plaintiff must prove:

• The property owner had a certain duty of care to the plaintiff.
• The property owner violated that duty via a negligent, reckless or willful action.
• The owner’s breach of their duty led to the victim’s accident.
• The plaintiff suffered actual damages as a result of their injuries.

If all four elements can be proven, then you may be entitled to compensation for your losses.

What kind of compensation can I recover in a premises liability claim?

If your premises liability claim is successful, you may be entitled to recover both your economic and noneconomic damages. These may include things like your:

• Medical bills, including hospital expenses, rehabilitation and future medical bills
• Lost wages, including missed work or job loss during your recovery 
• Pain and suffering, including emotional turmoil, anxiety or depression

Our attorneys at Culpepper Kurland can help you understand the full value of your claim and pursue fair compensation. 

How long do I have to file a premises liability lawsuit in Florida?

In Florida, you typically have two years from the date of the accident to file a premises liability claim. The deadline generally begins from the date you suffered your injuries, with very few exceptions. 

It is best, however, to start your claim process as soon as possible. That can help prevent evidence from being lost and make sure that you have plenty of time to try to negotiate a settlement before heading to court.

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