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Category: Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and Fall Accidents in Florida: Slippery Legal Issues to Look Out for and How to Protect Your Rights
November 4, 2024 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsWhen a customer enters a business, whether it’s to shop for clothes, buy groceries, or eat a meal, they never expect to be hurt. However, slip and fall accidents happen frequently and unexpectedly and often leave unsuspecting customers with serious injuries. Having an experienced premises liability attorney in your corner if you are injured in a slip and fall accident can make the difference between whether you are adequately compensated for your injury.
Slip and Fall Accidents During Florida's Rainy Season: Legal Steps to Take
July 17, 2024 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsFlorida’s rainy season is here. Thunderstorms in the afternoon often result in wet sidewalks and floors in the evening, which can lead to an increased risk of injuries from slips and falls. As Fort Myers injury lawyers, we are well aware of the risks during the rainy season—we routinely hear from people who have questions about seeking proper compensation for their injuries.
Why Accident Victims Should Not Ignore Headaches
September 21, 2023 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Slip and Fall Accidents, Truck AccidentsHeadaches are symptoms of potential injuries. Accident victims should seek immediate medical attention.
Florida Supermarket Slip-and-Fall Accidents
August 29, 2023 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsSupermarket slip-and-fall accidents are often life-changing. Florida law protects the rights of supermarket accident victims.
Why Taking Good Photos at Florida Accident Scenes Is Important
May 4, 2023 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Bike Accidents, Boating Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Slip and Fall Accidents, Truck AccidentsPersonal injury cases are decided by the evidence, and the evidence is presented by various means, including photographs.
Catastrophic Slip-and-Fall Accidents Happen Everywhere
April 13, 2023 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsAcross the United States, slip-and-fall accidents injure victims because others are negligent, especially businesses and services that have a duty to protect their customers.
Slip and Fall Cases: Does Florida Require the Use of Wet Floor Signs? Know Your Rights
December 21, 2022 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsSlip-and-fall accidents are among the leading causes of physical injuries. In fact, they are the leading cause of non-fatal injuries according to the National Safety Council (NSC). The NSC notes that falls account for 33 percent of all non-fatal injuries—three times the percentage of the next most common cause.
How to Prove Liability in Slip and Fall Accidents
November 15, 2022 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsStatistics on slip and fall accidents caused by the negligence of another are alarming and proving Florida liability is challenging.
Plaintiff’s Burden of Proof in a Slip-and-Fall Case
March 31, 2022 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsSlip-and-fall accidents can occur on private property, public property, and/or public businesses. In a Florida personal injury lawsuit, there is a burden of proof requirement.
What to Do After a Slip-and-Fall Accident in Fort Myers Florida?
January 6, 2022 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsThe National Floor Safety Institute reports that falls account for over 8 million (23 percent) of hospital emergency room visits. When there is a wet floor in a hotel, grocery store, bar, or shopping mall, pedestrians may fall and be injured, changing their and their families' lives forever.