As the seasons change each year and the beginning of winter approaches, people are often reminded of the dangers of slip and fall accidents that could be brought on by snowy and icy conditions.
Slip and fall accidents are not just limited to injuries that have occurred during warmer weather months. In fact, Florida premises liability law does not differentiate between cold weather and warm weather slip and fall accidents. If you were injured during the summer months or the winter months and the property owner knew about a dangerous condition on the property and didn’t take the reasonable steps necessary to fix the hazard or warn you and others about the condition, then the property owner could be held liable.
Slip and fall accidents in Florida can be dangerous for the victims involved. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, slip and fall accidents cause approximately 17,000 deaths each year. Although not all of these deaths occurred in the snow and ice, there are many deaths and even injuries that did take place during the winter weather conditions.
Call a Slip and Fall Attorney in Fort Lauderdale After an Injury
Following a premises liability injury, the property owner will have their insurance company defend them. You will need help fighting their insurance company. Do not try to take on the insurance carrier by yourself, especially when you are injured and trying to recover. Insurance companies are trained professionals who deal with these matters every day. They will try to keep you from recovering damages. This is why you need a lawyer on your side to defend your claim.
The lawyers at the Law Offices of David Benenfeld will fight for your rights, so that you can obtain the highest possible compensation. For that reason, it is important that you contact a slip and fall lawyer in South Florida to learn more about your rights today at (954) 677-0155(954) 677-0155 and receive a free legal evaluation.
Ask a Question, Describe Your Situation,
Request a Free Consultation
Contact Us Today For a Case Consultation
Required Fields*
Your Information Is Safe With Us
We respect your privacy. The information you provide will be used to answer your question or to schedule an appointment if requested.
Related Blog Posts
What Happens to a Florida Nursing Home if It Breaks the Rules?
This may result in license suspension, license revocation, and civil and/or punitive fines. Punitive damages can amount to millions of dollars. With so much at stake, you should contact an…
Are Motorcycle Accident Injuries Covered By Florida’s PIP Insurance?
When motorcyclists suffer injuries in South Florida motorcycle accidents, they often want to know if they can seek coverage under Florida’s Personal Injury Insurance Protection (PIP) insurance. However, because the…
New Article On Tires & Automobile Safety | Car Accident Attorney in Ft. Lauderdale
We recently posted an article about tires and automobile safety, including tips that help you know when to replace your tires and the unique situation of tires in the state…
Florida Hearing Loss Patients Eligible For Social Security Benefits
As adults age, hearing loss is normal. More than 50% of Floridians over age 65 suffer from some degree of hearing loss. For most of those individuals, genetics and being…