A slip-and-fall accident is a common form of property owner liability. It happens when an unsafe condition on a property causes someone to fall down and hurt themselves. But not just any fall will qualify for compensation.
This page details some of the intricacies of this area of personal injury law. Florida has a comparative negligence standard for personal injury cases. This means that the amount you can receive can be reduced depending on how much the courts think the accident was your fault.
Shoes are a possible example of this. If you’re wearing unsafe footwear, that could contribute to your fall and reduce the amount of money you get. There are several studies about this on the page. Other causes can include unsafe or negligent behavior. If you trip while you’re texting and walking, it could be argued that you weren’t paying enough attention to what was happening before you slipped.
On the other hand, there are more clear-cut cases. A wet floor, debris on the ground, a loose railing, or something else that shows a lack of care to the property can cause someone to slip. Slip-and-fall injuries can cause life-long problems with mobility depending on the circumstances.
If you fell down and hurt yourself on someone’s property, don’t immediately think it was all your fault. Talk to a personal injury attorney first to get the real answers. You may be eligible to file a lawsuit that could pay for your medical bills. If you live in Florida, the team to call is the personal injury team at Chalik Law.
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