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Banana Slip and Fall Cases Are The Real Deal

 

Banana Peel Slip and Fall Cases are the Real Deal

If you’ve read comic books or seen cartoon shows, you’ve probably seen a character in one of these farces slip and fall on a banana peel. The reality is that this actually does happen, resulting in some serious injuries.

Personal injury lawsuits, though easily lampooned, are no laughing matter. Negligent business and property owners often leave hazards lying around their store. These can be a banana peel but also a piece of clothing fallen off the rack, a puddle from the rain, or a stray toy on the stairs.

When you or a loved one slips on one of these hazards, and falls to the ground or even down the stairs, serious injuries can occur. Florida slip and fall accidents can result in:

  • Bruises or cuts
  • Broken bones
  • Dislocations or sprains
  • Back or neck injuries
  • Head injuries
  • Loss of life

If you or a family member has been injured as the result of someone else’s negligence, whether it was a store manager or apartment building owner, they are entitled to make things right. In fact, you may be able to earn financial compensation for your medical bills, ongoing care, missed time at work and much more.

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Slip and Fall Accidents News:
Palm Beach County Schools Lack Funds for Repairs to Prevent Slip-and-Fall Accidents

Schools in Palm Beach County, Florida, are suffering from various maintenance problems that could result in slip-and-fall accidents for students. The district’s schools are struggling to deal with plumbing issues, roof leaks, malfunctioning air conditioners and mold. In 2014, the maintenance department received around 1,300 calls on roofing problems and over 12,000 reports of plumbing...

How Seniors Can Prevent Slip-and-Fall Accidents at Home

Slip-and-fall accidents are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries among the elderly. One in three adults aged 65 or over falls each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most of these falls occur within the home or in close proximity to it. Many elderly people wish to remain...

Young Adults: the Unlikely Victims of Slip and Fall Accidents

Among the general population the elderly are often considered to be at the highest risk for slip and fall accidents due to a lack of balance and strength resulting from old age. However, a Purdue University study has found that young adults tend to fall more often than expected. Researchers asked 94 undergraduate college students...

Florida Court Allows Facebook Photos as Evidence in Slip-and-Fall Case

In a slip-and-fall case from earlier this year, a Florida court ruled that Facebook users can have no reasonable expectation of privacy for the photos they post online. The decision has a significant impact on people who file slip-and-fall claims in the state as an increasing number of judges are compelling plaintiffs to produce social...

Slip and Fall Accidents Blog Posts:
Slip and fall accidents often lead to more than bruised egos. Facts About Common Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and fall accidents often lead to more than bruised egos. The National Safety Council reports that 8.9 million emergency room visits are made annually as a result of slip and fall accidents, which could involve injuries ranging from mild to catastrophic. In some cases, the injured party may be able to recover compensation from...

Can Security Cameras Help Your Plantation Slip and Fall Case?

Security Camera Footage Could Make or Break Your Injury Claim When you slip and fall in a Plantation grocery store or mall, security cameras overhead may capture crucial evidence. Falls remain one of the most common causes of emergency department visits nationwide, with federal health data showing that more than one in four older adults...

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Untangling Responsibility When You Fall Inside a Brickell Tower Key Takeaways: Liability for a slip and fall at a Brickell high-rise depends on who controlled the area where you were hurt and whether that party failed to keep it reasonably safe. The responsible party could be the condominium association, a property management company, a commercial...

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Understanding Your Rights as a Visitor on Florida Property Key Takeaways: If you were injured while shopping, dining, or visiting a business in Plantation, you were most likely an invitee under Florida law, a person invited onto property for a business purpose. Florida sorts visitors into three categories, invitee, licensee, and trespasser, each carrying different...

Slip and Fall Accidents FAQ:
How to Sue Publix if I’m Injured in a Slip and Fall How to Sue Publix if I’m Injured in a Slip and Fall

You can suffer severe injuries from a slip and fall in a Publix Supermarket. A broken hip or fractured skull may hospitalize you for weeks or months, straining you both physically and financially. If the insurance company is not negotiating in good faith for a fair settlement, seeking legal action against the grocery store may...

Do You Have to Pay Taxes on a Slip and Fall Settlement Do You have to Pay Taxes on a Slip and Fall Settlement?

When you receive a settlement for a slip and fall accident, you might wonder if you have to pay taxes on the money. The answer depends on what the settlement covers. Some parts of a settlement are considered taxable by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), while others are not. Understanding how the IRS treats different...

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Often, Florida cities and municipalities are held responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of sidewalks and could, therefore, be liable for injuries and losses suffered by a victim in a slip and fall accident on a public sidewalk. If the public sidewalk is owned by a condo or homeowner association, then they would have the...

What Should I Do if I Slip and Fall at a La Quinta Inn? What Should I Do if I Slip and Fall at a La Quinta Inn?

If you slip and fall at a La Quinta Inn, you should get the medical care you need and then take the necessary steps to protect your rights. Proving that a La Quinta Inn employee or owner’s negligence caused your accident is essential to building a persuasive compensation claim. Suffering injuries on someone else’s property...