If you hurt yourself on someone else’s property, it warrants investigating whether or not that person or business maintained their premises in accordance with Florida law. At my Jacksonville Beach firm, Bruce A. Gartner, P.A., I thoroughly review the circumstances in slip and fall cases so that victims can obtain reimbursement for their injuries. I have 20 years of legal experience and make the strongest possible case for plaintiffs in cases involving unsafe walking surfaces, inadequate lighting and other conditions that create hazards for people visiting the property.
If you hurt yourself on someone else’s property, you need to find out whether the person or business responsible for the premises knew or should have known about the hazard. As an attorney who only works on behalf of personal injury victims, I have a detailed understanding of premises liability actions relating to:
In a free initial consultation, my firm will assess your situation and evaluate what type of financial recovery you might receive in a verdict or settlement. No matter what the extent of your slip and fall injury is, it is critical that you contact an experienced slip and fall lawyer.
Over a single year, hospitalization costs for Floridians hurt in unintentional falls have amounted to more than $3.5 billion. With an average hospital stay for these injuries approaching $50,000, it’s crucial to understand the type of financial recovery that you can expect. Some people believe that slip and fall claims can only be brought against businesses or public bodies, but that’s not the case. Residential property owners are responsible for keeping homes and walkways safe for guests as well. The actions you take following an injury are critical. Always gather as much information as you can about the conditions and keep in mind that you can collect damages even if you are partly at fault.
Bruce A. Gartner, P.A. advocates for northeast Florida plaintiffs who have been hurt during slip and fall incidents. Please call 904-395-5032 or contact me online to make an appointment for a free initial consultation at my office in Jacksonville Beach.