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When you are injured in a slip and fall accident, it's a natural reaction to fend off any attention and say, "I'm okay," or "I'm just clumsy." Unlike those who are involved in a traffic accident, those who suffer slip and falls are often too embarrassed to admit the extent of their injuries, to ask for medical attention, or to take photographs or gather witness contact information at the scene. However, it is important to realize that slip and falls are nothing to be embarrassed about, especially if you are injured because of the negligence or carelessness of someone else.

At Chalik & Chalik, we take slip and fall injuries very seriously. As slip and fall lawyers, we understand that a significant number of fall injuries could be prevented if property owners kept their grounds reasonably safe - and that even more falls could be prevented if injury victims spoke up about their accidents. When we take on a slip and fall injury case, we are determined to secure compensation for our clients and to make certain that the person or entity at fault for the accident takes responsibility for their actions.

What causes slip and fall accidents in Florida?

Slip, trip, and fall accidents can occur in a variety of places in South Florida, including private residences, apartment buildings, hotels and motels, resorts, grocery stores, shopping malls, businesses, parking lots, schools, sidewalks, or public property. These accidents and injuries can take place in a number of ways and for a variety of reasons, such as:

• Poor lighting or improper lighting
• Cracked or uneven walkways
• Slippery surfaces, wet surfaces or spilled substances
• Poorly maintained properties
• Loose rugs or carpeting
• Loose railings or the absence of railings
• Poorly fixed hazards

Questions to ask after a Florida slip and fall accident

These Florida slip and fall accidents can result in serious injuries, including head injuries, back injuries, spine injuries, neck injuries, foot injuries, ankle injuries, broken bones, and concussions. If you have been injured in a slip and fall accident, it is important to ask yourself the following questions:

• Should the property owner have known about the dangerous condition?
• Did the property owner create a dangerous condition?
• Did the property owner fail to correct a dangerous condition?
• Did the property owner use reasonable care to keep his or her property safe?
• Have complaints or injuries occurred in the past related to the dangerous condition?

We also handle pool accidents, dog bites, and other premises liability cases

Slip and falls are just one type of premises liability injury case. Premises liability cases include any incident in which a person is injured on another person's property due to negligence. We represent personal injury clients who have been involved in a variety of premises liability situations

Here are a few examples of possible premises liability cases:

• Pool accidents, water injuries, and drowning accidents
• Dog bites, dog attacks, and animal attacks
• Accidents that occur due to a lack of supervision
• Accidents or assaults that occur due to a lack of security
• Asbestos exposure or carbon monoxide leaks

Discuss your situation with an experienced Fort Lauderdale slip and fall attorney

A slip and fall accident can be overwhelming and embarrassing—but you still deserve to seek justice and compensation just as much as any other accident victim. Premises liability was created not only to provide injury victims rightful damages, but also to ensure that property owners take reasonable care to keep their grounds safe for visitors. Following through with your injury case by meeting with a slip and fall attorney can make certain that you receive assistance in handling the consequence of your injury and that the property where you were injured is made a safer place.

Call our office toll-free at (888) 539-5297 or fill out the short contact for on this page to talk to a Fort Lauderdale slip and fall attorney about your Florida case today. We take cases throughout Florida.