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Slip and Trip and Fall Cases in South Florida

Floridians slip or trip and fall every day because of obstacles, bad conditions, or unmarked hazards. More than 1 million people suffer a slip and fall injury each year in the US, and more than 17,000 people die from these injuries.

Slip and fall accidents, whether they are elevated falls or same-level falls, often lead to serious injuries (especially among elderly victims). Slip and fall accidents can lead to broken bones, dislocations, sprains and cuts. They can also lead to back or neck injuries. In serious cases they can result in head injuries, which can be fatal.

While slip and fall accidents always involve action of the injured person, most are ultimately the responsibility of other parties. These other entities, whether they are business or even homeowners, are negligent in creating or failing to fix hazardous conditions that can easily lead to falls and/or injuries.

Under Florida law, places of business have a serious responsibility to provide a safe environment for all who walk in and around their property. If a grocery store fails to clean up a spill in an aisle, or a shopping mall fails to mark a new construction area, they can be held liable for any injuries caused by their oversight.

However, it isn’t just businesses that can be held liable for slip and fall accidents. Homeowners are also responsible for providing a safe environment for people traveling to and around their property, and can be held liable for an injury if, for example, someone trips and falls on entryway stairs that are not built to code.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a Florida slip and fall accident, you may be eligible to recover damages for the costs associated with your injuries. These can include medical bills, ongoing care, missed time at work, instances of pain and emotional suffering and more.

However, due to the uncertain nature around many Florida slip and fall accident cases, the legal issues in these personal injury claims can be complicated. It is not advisable to go it alone, and contacting a Fort Lauderdale slip and fall attorney will help your case in many ways.

Call the Fort Lauderdale slip and fall attorneys at Chalik & Chalik today to see the difference our family team of lawyers can make. We offer a free consultation to all of those injured in a South Florida accident, and may be able to advise you on how to proceed with your claim. (888) 539-5297.

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