Category Archives: Slip and Fall Accidents
Liability for Slip-And-Fall Accidents
One of the more common causes of injury in the United States is the “slip and fall.” Catching individuals unaware as they are walking, slip and fall injuries occur when an individual trips, stumbles, or slips, and falls, sustaining an injury. In some cases, such as when hiking and tripping on an exposed root,… Read More »
Who Is Responsible for a Slip and Fall that Was Caused by a Hidden Hazard?
Businesses in particular, and property owners generally, owe all visitors a duty of care to keep their premises free from hazards that could cause an injury. If this duty is breached, and a visitor is injured, the owner may be liable under premises liability law to pay compensation. The extent of the duty depends… Read More »
Restaurant Step-Up — Customer Fall Down PWD Obtains Substantial Six Figure Settlement
Frequently, the attorneys at PWD receive case referrals from fellow personal injury lawyers throughout Florida. Often, our attorneys are asked to take over cases when the insurance carrier has denied liability or is refusing to pay a fair settlement value. This was the case involving A.M. In August 2015, A.M. was entering a local… Read More »
Restaurant Step-Up — Customer Fall Down
Frequently, the attorneys at PWD receive case referrals from fellow personal injury lawyers throughout Florida. Often, our attorneys are asked to take over cases when the insurance carrier has denied liability or is refusing to pay a fair settlement value. This was the case involving A.M. In August 2015, A.M. was entering a… Read More »
Slip and Fall Cases Involving the Elderly
A fall at any age can result in catastrophic injuries to the victim, but the elderly are even more prone to experiencing life-altering harm. As the body shows the signs of long-term use, including loss of balance and muscle strength, falling becomes a major concern – not only because falls are apt to occur… Read More »
The Basics of Suing for a Slip and Fall Injury
Being out and about in the community, interacting with people, and frequenting local businesses encapsulates what most people see as being part of a society. But, this sociability brings with it the risk of experiencing a slip and fall injury while on someone else’s property. Most people likely know someone personally or through friends… Read More »
Understanding Slip and Fall Cases in the Florida Courts
You just spent an amazing day with your spouse, exploring history and art at a local museum. You are walking through the final exhibit when you lose footing on an area of uneven flooring and fall, breaking your leg and spraining your wrist. Not only is it a terrible way to end the day,… Read More »
