Florida Slip and Fall Liability
Slip and fall accidents are prevalent, and can cause serious injuries to unsuspecting patrons. Individuals all over the country have sustained injuries at restaurants, retails stores and even popular grocery store chains. In certain situations, an owner of property is liable under the theory of premises liability if a customer, patron or invitee sustains an injury.
What is Premises Liability?
The owner of premises is obliged to warn public invitees of any inconspicuous dangers the owner is aware of or should be aware of unless the danger is apparent or obvious.
Proprietors of super markets, in particular, have a duty to warn their patrons of latent dangers such as slippery floors, uneven surfaces, or food or objects on the floor of the establishment.
Florida Slip and Fall Compensation
In the state of Florida, an injured party may be entitled to compensation for injuries suffered as a result of his or her slip and fall. Medical and hospital bills, prescription drug costs, physical therapy and rehabilitation expenses are all types of compensation the injured party can recover if the owner of the premises is found liable.
An injured party may also seek additional compensation after a slip and fall or other type of personal injury. For instance, a party can recover for the loss of future wages because of the inability to work due to the injury. A party can also potentially recover costs for replacement services for tasks they can no longer perform such as driving, cooking, or other household chores. Pain and suffering may also be recoverable.
Contact a Florida Slip and Fall Attorney
If you have suffered injuries in a restaurant, retail establishment, or grocery story, seeking the counsel of an experienced slip and fall accident attorney is recommended.
