Slip and Fall Accident Statute of Limitations in Florida

Every year, thousands of people in Florida are injured in slip and fall accidents. Some people lose their footing on recently-washed restaurant floors, while others fall on the job while working in dangerous conditions. In addition, many older Americans in nursing homes experience accidents when they are left unattended by negligent staff members. Falls are particularly dangerous for older citizens but can result in painful injuries for anyone. A broken hip, a ruptured disc, or a severely torn muscle can severely impact your life, forcing you to take on medical debt and preventing you from working. If you or someone you love has been injured in a slip and fall accident, you may be eligible to seek financial compensation to pay your medical bills. Employees hurt at work might be due benefits from their employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ compensation could cover a portion of your work wages and pay for your medical care while you recover. If you were injured in a slip-and-fall accident due to someone else’s negligence, you might be entitled to compensation for your pain, suffering, and financial losses. But you only have a certain amount of time to file a claim.

Slip and Fall Statute of Limitations in Florida

Premises liability law specifies that property owners must keep their property reasonably safe and clear of known hazards. When property owners and managers allow an area to become unsafe, unsuspecting people can get seriously injured in slip-and-fall accidents. When this happens, victims of those injuries should seek the assistance of an attorney right away. In Florida, people who are injured in a slip in fall accidents due to others negligence have four years to file a lawsuit. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations and is extremely important to observe. After the allowed time has passed, you will not be able to file a lawsuit. Premises liability cases require a careful investigation, so it’s important to seek an attorney as soon as you are aware of your injury. The experienced slip-and-fall accident attorneys at Holliday Karatinos Law Firm, PLLC can investigate your situation and help you fight for the compensation you deserve. Some common causes of slip-and-fall accidents include:

Inadequate signage indicating danger
Hard-to-see spills that are not swiftly cleaned up
Cluttered floors
Unsecured carpeting
Unstable flooring or ground
Lax supervision for nursing home residents

Any of these issues could result in significant harm to the person involved, and nearly every problem is preventable. Many people who are injured in a slip-and-fall accident feel as though it was their fault or the injury is too small to seek compensation. We suggest that you call an attorney with the Holliday Karatinos Law Firm, PLLC. We will review the details of your accident and decide together whether you have a valid slip-and-fall injury lawsuit.

How the Holliday Karatinos Law Firm, PLLC Can Help

Victims of slip and fall accidents caused by someone else’s negligence can seek financial compensation to cover the costs of their injury. Additionally, employees covered by workers’ compensation can file for benefits when they are injured in a fall on the job. An attorney can help victims navigate the complex legal process involved in securing the compensation they are owed from a negligent property owner. The legal team at Holliday Karatinos Law Firm, PLLC understands the ins-and-outs of slip and fall claims. We have the experience and the skill necessary to handle the most difficult cases, and we are ready to fight to help you seek just compensation for your injuries. Contact us for your free consultation by calling (813) 868-1887 or use our website’s online contact form.

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Slip and Fall Accident Statute of Limitations in Florida

Slip and Fall Statute of Limitations in Florida