If you were injured after a slip and fall accident, you may be able to seek compensation for your losses. A business owner or other property owner who failed to address hazardous conditions on their property could be held liable in a personal injury claim.
A Kissimmee slip and fall lawyer can guide you on how to move forward with your case. To find out more about your legal options, call Bogin, Munns & Munns to schedule your free case review today. Our personal injury lawyers in Kissimmee provide innovative and comprehensive representation at a fair price.
How Can Our Kissimmee Slip and Fall Lawyers Help You?
The first thing Bogin, Munns & Munns can do is to determine whether or not you have a case. According to Florida Statutes § 768.0755, business owners may be liable if they:
- Were aware of an unsafe condition on the property: Did they walk by the area every day, or did someone report the condition to them?
- Had reasonable time to correct this condition: While some hazards, like broken floorboards or handrails, may take a while to address, it should not take an owner long to put up a warning sign until the issue is fixed.
- Failed to address the hazard: Owners who do not take prompt and appropriate action in response to a dangerous condition may be liable for any injuries you suffer due to their inaction.
It is okay if you do not know whether or not your case meets all of these criteria. As your personal injury attorney, it would be our job to:
- Investigate the accident by collecting relevant materials and even visiting the place where you were injured
- Interview witnesses and subject matter experts who can shed light on what happened
- Confirm that the property owner was liable and file a claim or lawsuit with their insurance company
- Fight back if the liable party tries to dispute the circumstances of your case or if their insurer tries to undervalue your injuries
We have an office right here in Kissimmee, which means we are very familiar with the local legal system. We also know the dangers our local clients face, such as slippery surfaces left behind after heavy downpours and large crowds of tourists that may create additional hazards or make it harder for you to avoid a tripping hazard. This allows us to provide more personalized service.
Our Kissimmee Lawyers Value Open Communication
Our law firm also takes the time to answer all of your questions about your rights and options. We can even advise you in Spanish or Portuguese if you are more comfortable in those languages.
Furthermore, you will be able to directly contact your attorney with questions, concerns, and updates throughout your case.
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Damages You Could Qualify for After a Slip or Trip and Fall
Falls can be devastating for anyone, but they are especially dangerous for very young children, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions.
Depending on your age, health, and the severity of your fall, you might have endured:
- Physical pain
- Emotional trauma and distress
- Disabling injuries
- Changes in your relationship with your family
- Changes in your ability to live independently or take care of others
These non-economic damages are all compensable under Florida law. So are your economic damages, which include all financial losses connected with the accident:
- Medical bills, including for doctor’s visits, diagnostic tests, surgical procedures, medication, therapy, and assistive devices
- Loss of wages or employment
- Loss of earning capacity
- Miscellaneous expenses
When you are injured, unable to work, and concerned about the future, knowing that you are represented by a legal professional who is protecting your interests and for the money you need to rebuild your life can be a great comfort. With the money you get from a settlement or verdict, you could:
- Receive all of the accident-related treatment your doctor says is necessary
- Support your family, no matter how long you are out of work (even if you can never return to full-time employment)
- Have one less thing to worry about as you establish a new normal after such a devastating event
- Hold the at-fault party accountable and make Kissimmee safer for everyone by proving that there are consequences for not following the law
Bogin, Munns & Munns can fight hard for the damages you deserve without charging attorneys’ fees until the end of your case.
Our legal team understands that you are worried about your finances right now, so we make sure that we only get paid if you win your case.
Common Injuries After Slip and Fall Accidents
After a slip and fall accident, your injuries may range from mild to severe. However, even mild injuries can result in costly medical bills and time missed at work due to your treatment needs.
In cases where you are dealing with severe injuries, you could be facing thousands of dollars in diagnostic costs, ongoing physical therapy, and other expenses.
Some of the most common injuries that result from slip and fall accidents include:
- Whiplash
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Broken bones or fractures
- Sprains and strains
- Spinal cord injuries
- Knee injuries
- And more
In certain cases, your injuries may seem minimal immediately after an accident, but more concerning symptoms could develop in the following days.
If your slip and fall resulted in whiplash, for example, you may begin to notice symptoms such as dizziness or limited range of motion in the neck just a few days later, according to the Mayo Clinic.
If you have any symptoms of injury after an accident, you should seek medical care immediately.
Securing Evidence of Your Premises Liability Accident
If you were in a slip and fall accident that led to injuries, try to document the scene as best you can without risking your health. If you were able to take photos of the area after your fall, you can use these photos as evidence for your case.
Documenting any signs of the hazard will be important for demonstrating liability on the part of the business or property owner.
When you speak with a Kissimmee slip and fall lawyer, we can examine your records of medical treatments and other expenses in order to assess a value for your case. We can even factor in the costs of items such as braces or other medical equipment needed for your recovery.
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Liability for a Slip and Fall Accident
You may have slipped on broken carpet in the entryway of a store, stumbled over a pallet left unattended in a grocery aisle, or slipped on a puddle left by poorly maintained equipment.
In any of these cases, you could have questions about how to determine who may be liable and if your situation qualifies for a personal injury claim.
Typically, business owners are expected to maintain their facilities in a safe condition for visitors. For instance:
- You could show that the employees of a grocery store noticed a hazard on the premises, such as wet floors from a leaking cooler.
- Your Kissimmee lawyer may be able to compile evidence to show that the employees or management failed to take action to resolve the hazard.
- Your lawyer may be able to use video from the store’s surveillance camera to show that employees observed the hazard but did not work to remedy the issue or warn customers with proper signage in a reasonable amount of time.
Other hazards that property owners should address in a timely manner include:
- Insufficient lighting, which makes it harder to see trip hazards
- Overgrown grass, bushes, or trees
- Lack of sturdy handrails on staircases
- Broken stairs or floorboards
- Loose debris or unsecured wires
These cases can be complex. Our legal team can discuss with you any Florida statutes and other laws that affect who is protected by premises liability law. We can also discuss with you how these laws may apply to your personal injury case.
A Kissimmee slip and fall lawyer can examine the details of your situation and advise you on how to proceed in filing a claim. Call Bogin, Munns & Munns for your free consultation.
How a Slip and Fall Lawyer in Kissimmee Can Help You Seek Compensation
While you may not know how to calculate the dollar value you are eligible to seek after your slip and fall accident, you do not have to do this work alone. Our personal injury attorneys can help you build this part of your case.
We Assess What Damages Your Slip and Fall Accident Entitles You To
Your lawyer can take a look at what you spent on medical costs and any income you may have lost due to missed time at work following your injury. We may also be able to factor in less tangible costs of your accident, including compensation for your pain and suffering.
We Collect Proof of Your Fall Accident
In any personal injury case, it is crucial to determine who was liable for your accident and build evidence to prove their liability for your injuries.
A lawyer can help you show that the business or property owner owed you reasonably safe conditions and failed to take action to remove a hazard.
Bogin, Munns & Munns can use a number of methods to build this evidence, including using video camera footage, photos from the scene of the accident, and more.
We Can Communicate With the Liable Parties in Your Legal Case
Should the offending business owner or property owner attempt to disprove that they were liable, a lawyer can also help you address this dispute.
For example, a property owner may try to suggest that you were responsible in some way for the accident. They may claim that you were present in an area of the property where customers are not allowed, or that you were wearing inappropriate footwear at the time of your fall.
Our legal team can anticipate arguments like these and use documentary evidence to prove that the property owner was responsible for preventing your fall but failed to do so.
We Figure Out the Right Way to Pursue Fall Accident Damages
In many cases, we are able to secure a settlement for our clients. This involves meeting with the insurance company’s representatives, negotiating for a fair amount, and drafting a settlement agreement for you to sign.
If we need to seek damages through a lawsuit, we can do so, but the statute of limitations is two years in Florida. Make sure you reach out to Bogin, Munns & Munns as soon as you can after your accident so we can get to work right away.
Your lawyer can tell you more about any deadlines that may apply to your case and can help ensure that you are on track to meet them.
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When you have been injured, you may be experiencing a number of financial and physical challenges. Your attorney can handle the legal details of your premises liability claim so that you can focus on your recovery.
A Kissimmee slip and fall lawyer from Bogin, Munns & Munns can stand by your side through every step of your case. Contact us today for your free case consultation.
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