Gainesville Premises Liability Lawyers
Slip and fall accidents can result in head injuries, broken bones, torn ligaments and other injuries that can affect you for years into the future. However, obtaining the compensation you deserve can be difficult. Unlike car accidents, there usually isn't an official report saying what happened and who was at fault.
At the law firm of Schackow Mercadante & Edwards in Gainesville, Florida, our lawyers are experienced in investigating and proving liability in slip and fall and other premises liability cases. If you were injured on someone else's property, we offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case.
Premises Liability Accidents and Insurance
If you are injured on someone else's property, the owner's insurance may cover your medical expenses regardless of fault. In cases of property owner negligence, the owner's insurance would be responsible for paying for all of your damages including past and future medical expenses, past and future lost wages, permanent injury, and pain and suffering.
Businesses carry general liability insurance to pay for the injuries suffered by guests. If you are injured at someone's home, homeowners insurance would cover your damages.
Proving Liability in Premises Liability Cases
All property owners have a responsibility to keep their premises in reasonably safe condition. Examples of injuries resulting from property owner negligence include:
- Slipping and falling accident caused by spilled liquids
- Tripping and falling on misplaced objects
- Falling on steps that have missing guardrails or are not up to code
- An injury suffered in an apartment due to landlord negligence
- Dog bite injuries
- A rape or other assault resulting from negligent security
- Drowning resulting from an unlocked gate on a swimming pool
Stores may fill out accident reports when someone is injured on the premises. In other cases, you would be responsible for documenting the dangerous conditions that led to your injury. Photographs taken immediately after the accident (before any repairs are made) and witness statements can be used as evidence of liability.
In the case of dog bite, you do not have to prove negligence on the part of the dog's owner. The dog owner is automatically liable unless you abused the animal.
Free attorney consultation: Contact Schackow Mercadante & Edwards in Gainesville, Florida, to talk to a lawyer about your slip and fall or other premises liability case.
