Injured due to someone else's negligence? Call us today.

A slip and fall or trip and fall accident can happen in seconds, but the injuries can last a lifetime. If you've been hurt due to unsafe conditions on someone else's property, you shouldn't have to pay the price for their negligence.

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Slip and fall and trip and fall accidents are far more serious and common than most people realize. These incidents are a leading cause of injuries and emergency room visits throughout Florida.

• 75,570 hospitalizations for unintentional falls were reported in Florida in a recent year
• Over 8 million ER visits nationwide are caused by falls, the leading cause (21.3%)
• Over 1 million ER visits specifically from slips, trips, and falls
• Miami-Dade County had the highest number of falls, with 7,210 reported cases
• $52,191 median cost for hospitalization from fall injuries in Florida
• 4 days average hospital stay for fall-related injuries

• Leading cause of death for Florida residents over 65
• Over 3,000 seniors died in slip and fall and trip and fall accidents in a recent year
• 1.5 million elderly adults treated in ERs for slip, trip, and fall injuries

Sources: Florida Department of Health, National Floor Safety Institute, CDC

If you've been injured, don't assume it was just an "accident."

• Spilled liquids in aisles
• Wet floors without warning signs
• Produce or debris on the floors
• Poor lighting in parking lots

• Spilled drinks and food
• Grease on kitchen floors
• Wet entrance areas
• Uneven flooring

• Wet pool areas
• Slippery bathroom floors
• Torn carpeting
• Poor lighting in hallways

• Freshly mopped floors
• Loose carpeting or rugs
• Broken or uneven steps
• Cluttered walkways

• Cracked sidewalks and uneven pavement
• Potholes in parking lots
• Ice or water on walkways
• Poor maintenance of stairs and curbs
• Raised tree roots creating trip hazards

• Wet or slippery surfaces - spills, cleaning, weather
• Uneven flooring - torn carpets, loose tiles, broken pavement
• Trip hazards - raised sidewalks, cables, debris
• Poor lighting - can't see hazards or elevation changes
• Obstacles in walkways - boxes, cords, merchandise
• Lack of warning signs - no "wet floor" signs
• Defective stairs - broken handrails, uneven steps
• Weather conditions - rain, ice (with no precautions taken)

 Don't let anyone tell you slip and falls and trip and falls only cause "minor" injuries. These accidents often result in:

• Broken bones - hips, wrists, ankles, ribs
• Head and brain injuries - concussions, traumatic brain injury
• Spinal cord injuries - herniated discs, paralysis
• Torn ligaments - knees, shoulders, ankles
• Back injuries - can require surgery
• Cuts and lacerations - from broken glass, sharp edges
• Chronic pain - lasting long after the fall

5% of slip and fall and trip and fall accidents result in broken bones, and injuries can be life-changing.

Florida has specific laws that make slip-and-fall and trip-and-fall cases challenging. You need to know about:

This law says that to win your case, you must prove the business:

• Had actual knowledge of the dangerous condition, OR
• Should have known about it (constructive notice), AND
• Failed to take reasonable action to fix or warn about the hazard

✓ The dangerous condition existed long enough that the staff should have seen it

✓ It happened regularly and was foreseeable

✓ The business failed to inspect or maintain the area properly

✓ No warning signs were posted

This is why you need an attorney who understands Florida's specific laws.

To win, we must show:

1. The Property Owner Had a Duty

• You were legally on the property (not trespassing)
• The owner owed you a duty to keep the premises safe

2. They Breached That Duty

• Failed to maintain safe conditions
• Didn't warn of known dangers
• Ignored hazardous conditions

3. The Breach Caused Your Injuries

• The unsafe condition directly caused your fall
• Your injuries resulted from the fall

4. You Suffered Damages

• Medical bills and expenses
• Lost wages
• Pain and suffering

• Medical expenses (emergency room, surgery, physical therapy)
• Lost wages from time off work
• Future medical costs for ongoing treatment
• Rehabilitation expenses

• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Emotional distress
• Permanent disability

• Severity of injuries and need for ongoing medical care
• Clear evidence of the dangerous condition
• The property owner's knowledge of the hazard
• Your medical expenses and lost wages
• Impact on your daily life and ability to work

Every case is unique. We provide free consultations to evaluate your specific situation and explain what compensation may be possible.

1. Get medical attention - even if you feel "okay"
2. Report the incident - tell management immediately
3. Take photos - the hazard, your injuries, the scene
4. Get witness information - names and contact details
5. Don't sign anything - except medical forms
6. Keep all receipts - medical bills, medications

• Don't apologize or admit fault
• Document everything - pain levels, limitations
• Follow medical advice - missed appointments hurt your case
• Contact an attorney quickly - evidence disappears fast

Insurance Company Tactics:

• "You should have watched where you were going."
• "The condition was obvious."
• "You were wearing inappropriate shoes."
• "You were distracted by your phone."

Evidence Issues:

• Surveillance video gets deleted quickly
• Spills get cleaned up immediately
• Witnesses scatter
• Businesses often deny knowledge

That's why you need an attorney fighting for you from day one.

We understand Florida's Transitory Substance Act and complex slip and fall and trip and fall laws.

We preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and work with accident reconstruction specialists.

You pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we recover money for you.

We know South Florida properties, businesses, and courts.

We don't let insurance companies blame victims for property owners' negligence.

• Major Retailers
• Restaurant Chains
• Hotels & Resorts
• Cruise Ships
• Shopping malls and plazas
• Apartment complexes
• Office buildings
• Government properties

Florida Statute of Limitations:

• 4 years from the date of your slip and fall or trip and fall
• Evidence disappears quickly - surveillance video, witness memories
• The sooner you call, the stronger your case

Important: Some businesses have policies to delete security footage after just 30 days.

From our Delray Beach office, we represent slip and fall and trip and fall victims throughout:

• Palm Beach County - Delray Beach, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Jupiter
• Broward County - Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood
• Miami-Dade County - Miami, Miami Beach, Aventura
• Martin County - Stuart, Jensen Beach
• St. Lucie County - Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce

We'll come to you if you can't come to us.

Property owners and their insurance companies will try to blame you for your own injuries. They'll say you weren't paying attention, you were wearing the wrong shoes, or the danger was "obvious." Don't let them get away with it. 

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