Slip and Fall Accidents at Florida Businesses
SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENTS AT FLORIDA BUSINESSES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
At Graves Law, we help clients throughout Florida who were injured in falls at businesses due to unsafe conditions. We investigate the cause of your injury, gather evidence, and fight to recover what you deserve.
“If you were injured in a fall at a Florida business, don’t assume it was your fault. Businesses have a legal duty to keep their premises safe. We investigate quickly and aggressively to hold them accountable and fight for the compensation you deserve.”
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Common Businesses Where Slip and Fall Happen
Business owners are required to inspect and maintain their property. Unfortunately, the following types of businesses are common sites for falls:
- Grocery stores like Publix and Winn-Dixie
- Restaurants, bars, and fast food chains
- Shopping malls and retail stores
- Hotels, motels, and resorts
- Gas stations and convenience stores
- Fitness centers and gyms
- Entertainment venues and amusement parks
Falls often result from wet floors, poor lighting, loose mats, uneven pavement, or lack of warning signs. If the condition existed long enough that the business should have known about it, they may be liable.
Who Is Legally Responsible for a Slip and Fall?
To hold a business accountable, you must prove that:
- A dangerous condition existed
- The business knew or should have known about it
- The hazard was not fixed or properly warned about
- The unsafe condition caused your injury
These cases are fact-specific. That’s why it’s critical to act quickly and contact an experienced slip and fall attorney.
INJURED IN A FLORIDA SLIP AND FALL ACCIDENT?
What to Do After a Slip and Fall at a Business
The steps you take immediately after your fall can make or break your case. Visit our guide on what to do after a slip and fall to protect your legal rights. You should:
- Report the incident to a manager
- Get a copy of the incident report
- Take photos of the scene and your injuries
- Get names and contact info of witnesses
- Seek medical attention
- Contact a slip and fall lawyer as soon as possible
Florida's Statute of Limitations for Slip and Fall Lawsuits
In Florida, you generally have two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit against a negligent business. This is known as the statute of limitations. If you file too late, your case may be dismissed and you will lose the chance to recover compensation.
Don’t wait. Business surveillance footage can be deleted in days, and dangerous conditions may be fixed before you document them. If you’re not sure how much your case may be worth, use our free slip and fall settlement calculator to get an instant estimate.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
In a Florida slip and fall case, you may be eligible to recover:
- Medical expenses
- Future medical care
- Lost wages
- Loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Disability or permanent impairment
- Emotional distress
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Call 911 if there are any injuries. Seek medical attention right away and report the accident to police. Document the scene, exchange information with the other driver, and contact an attorney before speaking to insurers.
Florida drivers must carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which covers medical expenses and some lost wages regardless of who caused the crash. For serious injuries, you may step outside no-fault and file a claim against the at-fault driver.
Yes. Florida uses a modified comparative negligence rule. If you are found 50% or less at fault, your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover damages.
As of March 2023, Florida law gives you two years from the date of the accident to file a lawsuit for personal injury or wrongful death resulting from a car crash.
While you can file a claim on your own, having a lawyer greatly improves your chances of receiving full compensation — especially if your injuries are serious or the insurance company delays, denies, or undervalues your claim.
You may be entitled to medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, vehicle damage, future care costs, and more. If the other driver was grossly negligent, punitive damages may also apply.
Contact Graves Law for a Free Consultation
After a slip and fall, everyone deserves representation no matter the size of your wallet. That’s why Graves Law offers a free consultation with no obligation. Your recovery is important to us, so you don’t pay anything, not even costs, unless we win. Contact Attorney Andrew Graves so that we can discuss your accident at NO CHARGE. No matter the claim, I want you to be informed of your rights.
Call Attorney Andrew Graves at (407) 308-0327 or fill out the free case consultation form so we can start working today.