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A hazardous condition in a slip and fall case refers to any unsafe situation on a property that can cause someone to slip, trip, or fall, resulting in injuries. Common hazardous conditions include wet floors, uneven surfaces, poor lighting, loose carpets, and debris on walkways. In order to successfully claim damages for slip and fall …

When you go to court for a slip and fall case, you and your slip and fall lawyer will present evidence to prove the property owner’s negligence. The court will review this evidence, and your lawyer will argue for fair compensation. The property owner’s defense and the insurance company’s stance will also be considered, and …

To file a slip and fall claim, you should collect evidence such as photos or videos of the accident scene highlighting any unsafe conditions, security camera footage if available, and witness statements. Medical records that document your injuries, any communication with the property about the hazard, and a record of your financial losses are also …

Over one million slip and fall accidents occur every single year – resulting in many people taking trips to the emergency room to treat injuries. There are a number of reasons for a slip and fall accident to happen, and it is usually caused by the negligence of someone else. In this case, you might …

Slip and fall accident cases are amongst the most common personal injury types in the U.S. today. If you have suffered from a slip and fall in the past four years, you can make a claim, get the compensation you deserve, and hold the negligent property owner accountable for the risks they have placed upon …

As of March 24, 2023, individuals have up to two years from the date of the slip and fall accident to make a claim. However, if your accident occurred before this date then you will have four years file a claim for compensation. The good news is, with the help of a personal injury lawyer, …

As slip and fall injuries are one of the most common sources of personal injury claims in the United States today, it makes sense that there are a huge range of possible causes when it comes to slip and fall cases. The injuries and damages you may incur will depend on the level of the …

Most people tend to think that slip and fall accidents are not serious cases, but they can become very complex. If you sustained a personal injury by slipping and falling on someone else’s property in the State of Florida, then you could be entitled to compensation under premises liability law. There are many different types …

Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere you go, hurting but only leaving a bruise. The problem is that such accidents may also lead to more serious consequences. Injuries can take time to show up, but when they do, you may feel serious pain that impacts your life in ways you never expected. Slip and …

Slip and fall accidents happen every day in Florida. It could be a poorly maintained floor, a spillage that has not been cleared, or a natural occurrence such as heavy rain. If you are in a business establishment when you are injured, then they can be held liable under Florida Statute 768.075, or premises liability. …

If you or a loved one has suffered a slip and fall accident in Florida, you may be considering filing a slip and fall claim for your injuries. At The Law Place, we understand that slip and fall accidents can cause a lot of grief to their injured victims through no fault of their own. …

If you or a loved one have suffered a slip and fall accident, you might be entitled to receive compensation from the property owner or an insurance company. If you have experienced a slip and fall injury, the likelihood is that you are facing a great number of medical bills. Therefore, you may be wondering …

We rarely hear about slip and falls in the news, but the frequency at which they occur and the effects they have on people’s lives is outstanding. In fact, they are the second leading cause of accidental injuries in Florida. And they are even listed as the top cause for both fatal and non-fatal injuries …

If you have sustained injuries in a slip and fall accident, you may have been left with serious and life-long injuries. Like many slip and fall accident victims, you may be struggling to keep up with your medical bills, missed time from work, and lingering discomfort. If this is the case for you, you could …

The National Safety Council estimates that every year in the United States, around 9 million individuals receive treatment for injuries sustained in slip and fall accidents. And while some slip and fall accidents happen because of simple clumsiness, many others happen as a result of dangerous hazards such as slippery floors and trip hazards on …

Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, from an uneven sidewalk to a grocery store’s wet floor. Not every slip and fall accident leads to legal liability. But when they do, it is usually based on premises liability, which is outlined in Florida Statute 768.075. A property owner might be liable for your injury if …

Slip and fall accidents are among the most common types of personal injury in America. The injuries you could sustain in a slip and fall range from minor and negligible injuries such as cuts and bruises to potentially life-changing injuries, which could result in disabilities, impairments, and disfigurements. The severity varies between slip and fall …

Slips and trips are a reality of life. However, this does not mean that the owner of a property has any excuse not to take the necessary steps to prevent any likelihood of a potentially dangerous accident occurring. Slips and trips are often caused by the negligence of the owner. They can be caused by …

A slip is when someone loses traction on a surface such as a wet floor, usually resulting in a backwards fall. A trip is when someone stubles over an obstacle or uneven surface like an uneven surface, usually resulting in a backwards fall. A fall is a broader term that encompasses both slips and trips …

The last thing people want is to get injured at work. However, the precautions put in place by governments and employers to keep workers safe can’t prevent every injury that might happen. Slip and fall accidents especially are extremely common, accounting for a quarter of all workplace injuries in the United States. The Law Place …