Slip and fall accidents are among the most common personal injury cases in North Miami Beach and throughout Florida. Property owners, businesses, and landlords have a legal obligation to maintain reasonably safe conditions for visitors and customers.
Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents
- Wet or slippery floors without proper signage
- Broken or uneven sidewalks
- Poorly maintained stairways
- Inadequate lighting
- Loose carpeting or rugs
- Spills in grocery stores and restaurants
Proving a Slip and Fall Case in Florida
Under Florida premises liability law, you must prove that:
1. The property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition
2. They failed to fix it or warn about it
3. The dangerous condition caused your injury
Our Results Speak for Themselves
Our North Miami Beach slip and fall lawyers have recovered significant compensation for our clients:
- $529,000 for a slip and fall on stairs resulting in a fractured ankle
- $290,000 for a slip and fall resulting in a fractured hip
- $250,000 for a slip and fall resulting in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- $160,000 for a slip and fall causing a back injury
- $150,000 for a slip and fall with back injury
- $125,000 for a slip and fall resulting in a back injury
Act Quickly
Evidence in slip and fall cases can disappear fast. Surveillance footage may be overwritten, and conditions can be repaired. Contact a North Miami Beach slip and fall lawyer at Gonzalez Munoz Law immediately after your accident. Call 305-770-6666 for a free consultation.