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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How shoes can affect the outcome of a slip and fall case Footwear can play an important role in slip and fall lawsuits. Florida’s liability system is based on comparative negligence, which means a jury can reduce an award by the extent the victim is deemed responsible for causing their injuries. While wearing certain types of footwear does not automatically make someone negligent, the defendant in a...
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...
Trump International Beach Resort faces slip and fall lawsuit A Kentucky woman has filed a negligence lawsuit against Trump International Beach Resort luxury golf resort near Miami, Florida, claiming she was injured after falling in the pool area of the property. The slip and fall lawsuit was filed in a Miami-Dade County circuit court against Trump National Doral Miami, where the plaintiff was vacationing....
How exercise can reduce slip and fall accidents among the elderly Recent research suggests step training and exercises for improving balance may help prevent seniors from slipping and falling. People over the age of 65 are particularly at risk for sustaining serious injuries from such accidents. A Yale University study has found that exercising can help older men significantly reduce their risk of dangerous falls. The...
Slip and Fall Accidents FAQ:
Where Can Slip and Fall Injuries Occur? Slip and fall injuries can happen anywhere. Private and business property owners are both legally responsible for ensuring that their property is free from any kind of dangerous or hazardous conditions. Residential property owners must take reasonable precautions to prevent any visitors from harm when choosing to allow guests onto the premises. Slip and fall...
Can I Sue the City If I Slipped and Fell on a Sidewalk? Yes, if the city has the responsibility for maintenance and owns the portion of the sidewalk on which you slipped and fell and suffered injuries. If another entity (such as a private property owner, or condo or homeowner association) owned the sidewalk or was responsible for its maintenance, you may have to file a claim...
How Can a Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyer Help With My Slip and Fall Case? In slip and fall accident cases, the state of Florida requires claimants to prove that the property owner did not take reasonable precautions to prevent their injury. Because many people do not have a working knowledge of premises liability laws, they elect to work with a personal injury lawyer. Some of the services that these...
Who Is Liable If I Slip and Fall on a Public Sidewalk in Fort Lauderdale? 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...