Apopka Slip & Fall Attorney
Understanding Property Owner Liability in Florida
Slipping and falling is not only embarrassing, it can also cause serious injury. Maybe you were visiting a favorite retail store when you suddenly lost your footing because a floor mat was sticking up across the threshold of the door. Perhaps you were taking the stairs in an office building when you slipped on a puddle and fell. Maybe you were at the grocery store when an unseen crack in the floor caused you to trip and fall, hard. In any such scenario—and many others—you may be entitled to financial compensation from the owner or manager of the property for failing to maintain safe premises.
An Apopka personal injury lawyer at Sherris Legal, P.A. can review your specific accident and injuries to determine liability. Call (407) 901-9334 to learn more!
Experienced Personal Injury Lawyers for Slips, Trips & Falls
As Apopka personal injury lawyers with more than 50 years of experience, we at Sherris Legal, P.A. understand the ins and outs of slip, trip, and fall cases. These fall under the realm of premises liability law, which pertains to injuries sustained on another’s property. Property owners in Apopka, Eustis, and all of Florida have a duty to exercise reasonable care when it comes to the safety of lawful invitees and visitors. This safety may be jeopardized and slip and fall accidents may occur if property owners fail to uphold this duty.
The following are potential hazards that can cause slip and fall accidents:
- Standing water
- Poor lighting
- Missing or defective stairs
- Poorly maintained escalators
- Spills (water or other substances)
- Objects in walkways
- Missing or defective railings
- Damaged carpeting
- Misplaced floor mats
- Icy walkways
A thorough investigation and strategic plan can help your Apopka slip and fall attorney seek financial compensation for medical bills, emotional trauma, and lost wages after your accident.
Call (407) 901-9334 today to see how Sherris Legal, P.A. can help you.
