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Hire a Fort Myers Premise Liability Attorney for Your Slip and Fall Accident
Some people may unfairly assume that most people who are filing slip and fall claims are just looking for a quick payday. In reality, these types of accidents can have devastating consequences. If you slip and fall the wrong way, you could sustain a substantive spinal injury that could result in a full or partial disability, which could render you unable to work and suddenly put you in dire financial straits. While older adults are more vulnerable to these types of accidents, anyone, anywhere, can sustain a severe and potentially life-changing injury from slipping and falling.
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, but most often occur in:
- Grocery stores and supermarkets
- Restaurants and bars
- Hotels and resorts
- Crowded shopping malls
- Sidewalks and streets
- Parks and recreational areas
- Apartment complexes and condominiums
- Offices
- Construction sites
- Buses, trains and subway stations
- Beaches and waterfront areas
- Parking lots and garages
If the worst-case scenario happens, you deserve compensation that will help keep you and your family afloat during this challenging time. The attorneys at Kanner & Pintaluga will fight to maximize your claim’s settlement.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
- Wet or Slippery Floors: Spills, leaks or improper maintenance leading to wet floors, sidewalks or parking lots.
- Clutter: Walkways littered with objects that someone could easily trip on and fall over.
- Uneven or Broken Surfaces: Cracked sidewalks, potholes, torn carpets, loose tiles or uneven flooring.
- Inadequate Lighting: Poorly lit areas can make it difficult to see the area in front of you, leaving you vulnerable to potential hazards.
- Hazardous Weather Conditions: Rain, storms and hurricanes can result in slippery surfaces and dangerous property conditions.
- Negligent Maintenance: The property owner or manager may fail to address potential hazards, putting occupants and visitors at risk.
What Do I Need to Prove in My Slip and Fall Case?
According to Florida’s premises liability laws, property owners need to take proper action to keep their premises safe to prevent potential accidents. They must address any potential hazards promptly and give adequate warning to visitors and occupants of dangers. However, if someone is injured due to a neglected hazard that the property owner or occupier knew about, could have known about or should have known about, they could be held liable in a slip and fall accident claim.
When filing your claim, you must offer evidence that the property’s condition and the property owner’s behavior directly led to your injury. Be sure to capture photos and videos of the infrastructure that caused your accident, gather witness testimony and hold onto any physical evidence, such as torn clothing or shoes.
You’ll also need to show that your resulting injury has worsened your quality of life, providing medical bills and pay stubs that show lost wages. Your attorney can use these pieces of evidence to quantify your damages and determine how much compensation you need to recover.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Slip and Fall Accidents
How long do I have to file my claim?
The statute of limitations for slip-and-fall cases in Florida is generally four years from the date of the accident.
What should I do if the surveillance footage capturing the accident is deleted?
If the footage was erased, an attorney may be able to act quickly enough to force recovery or hold the property owner accountable for destroying evidence. They may also be able to help you identify other evidence you can use to bolster your claim and potentially file a lawsuit against the property owner to produce the deleted video or face sanctions.
What if the accident aggravated a pre-existing injury?
Insurance companies may use the presence of pre-existing medical conditions to dispute the severity of injuries sustained in a slip and fall accident. An experienced attorney will protect your rights and fight to secure the compensation you need to recover from your injury, regardless of whether it’s pre-existing or new.
Our Nationwide Network of Attorneys Have Won Over $1 Billion in Recovered Settlements
At Kanner & Pintaluga, we’ll ensure your claim is appropriately valued as we work hard to maximize your settlement. The zealous attorneys at our Fort Myers slip and fall law office have trial experience and are ready to take your claim to court if necessary. Call (800) 586-5555 to schedule a free case consultation with one of our dedicated premise liability attorneys today.
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The Florida personal injury lawyers at Kanner & Pintaluga are committed to standing up for victims' rights and working tirelessly to seek the justice and compensation our clients are entitled to receive. If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall or any other type of premises liability accident caused by a property owner or business’s negligence, call our attorneys today.
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