Premises Liability
Premises Liability Attorney in Orlando, Florida
Prosper Injury Law knows that as a visitor to someone else’s property in Florida, you have the right to expect a safe and well-maintained environment. When property owners are negligent and do not provide the proper standard of care, they can be held liable for paying compensation if you become hurt. While this concept is relatively simple, the law and the process of filing a claim are not. Pursuing a property owner or operator can be frustratingly difficult to do on your own. That is why we are here to guide you through this process.
Our founder and managing attorney, Guerda Prosper, ranks among Florida’s elite legal professionals and is recognized in the National Black Lawyers (NBL) “Top 100” list for personal injury attorneys. Let our skilled team guide you through every step, beginning with a free consultation.
We Handle All Florida Personal Injury Cases on a Contingency Basis
At Prosper Injury Law, we see you as a person, not just a case number. We understand the physical and emotional trauma you’ve experienced deserves genuine care and attention. That’s why we develop personalized strategies tailored to your specific situation and needs.
Our firm was founded on the principle that clients deserve exceptional communication and dedicated support. We build trust through transparency and pursue justice with both passion and ethics, fighting relentlessly to secure the compensation you’re entitled to.
You pay nothing upfront—we work on a contingency basis, which means we only collect a fee when we win your case through settlement or court judgment. This fee is a percentage of the compensation we secure for you, so you can be confident that we are fully invested in your case’s success.
With nearly a decade of experience, our Florida premises liability team possesses deep knowledge of Florida personal injury laws. We know how to maximize your recovery by identifying all available insurance coverages to address your unique needs.
Your complete recovery is essential, and you are worth the fight. Getting your life back on track means not giving up on the process. We won’t either. Contact us today to learn more.
Who is Legally Classified as a Visitor on Florida Premises?
Property owners do not owe all visitors the same legal duty of care. Florida law outlines three different classifications of visitors and the duty of care owed to them.
The classifications are as follows:
- Invitees: Individuals who enter property for the benefit of the property owner are classified as invitees. Restaurant patrons, such as those dining at a Chinese establishment, qualify as invitees since their patronage advantages the owner financially. Property owners have their most significant duty of care toward invitees, requiring them to conduct regular property inspections, remedy dangerous conditions, and alert invitees to potential hazards.
- Licensees: Individuals who enter property for non-commercial reasons, such as social guests, are classified as licensees. While property owners must provide licensees the same level of care as invitees, they aren’t required to conduct regular property inspections as part of this duty.
- Trespassers: Under the attractive nuisance doctrine, property owners are legally required to maintain safe premises for minors (under 18) who might trespass. For instance, swimming pool owners must install secure gates with locks to prevent children from accessing the area unsupervised. However, property owners generally have no duty of care toward adult trespassers (18 and older), though they are prohibited from deliberately causing harm to anyone unlawfully present on their property.
Injured on someone else’s property? Don’t expect them to voluntarily accept responsibility or cover your expenses. Property owners and their insurance companies rarely make this process easy. Protect yourself by contacting our Orlando premises liability attorney immediately to understand your rights and explore your legal options. Don’t risk paying mounting medical bills from your own pocket when someone else’s negligence caused your harm
What are the Most Common Types of Florida Premises Liability Claims?
Accidents can happen on someone else’s property in several ways. Unfortunately, when negligence is a factor, the circumstances that lead to severe injuries are not accidents at all.
- Slip, trip, and falls.
- Dog bites and other animal attacks.
- Staircase accidents are caused by uneven steps, torn carpeting, loose floor mats, and more.
- Electrical electrocutions and other malfunctions.
- Amusement Park injuries
- Swimming pool accidents and accidental drowning.
- Burn Injuries
- Ceiling or other structural collapses.
- Construction site injuries
- Falling objects, such as products from shelves.
- Explosions and fires.
- Negligent security- Inadequate security and related criminal activity.
Although not an exhaustive list, if you have been involved in any premises liability incident in Florida, you may suffer serious injuries that could significantly impact your life for years to come. You will need compensation for your medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more, which should not come out of your pocket.
Contact our dedicated premises liability attorney in Orlando for help filing a claim against a negligent property owner to obtain the financial recovery you deserve.
Where Do Premises Liability Accidents Happen in Florida?
Florida property owners are expected to identify and address potential hazards. This includes maintaining walkways, fixing defects, and providing adequate warnings about known dangers.
When negligence is a factor, and property owners do not uphold their duty of care, there is no limit to the places Florida premises liability accidents can occur, including:
- Airports.
- Apartments and condominiums.
- Bars and nightclubs.
- Construction sites.
- Daycares, grade schools, high schools, and colleges.
- Entertainment and sports venues.
- Grocery stores.
- Hotels and resorts.
- Industrial sites.
- Museums and aquariums.
- Parking lots and garages.
- Parks and playgrounds.
- Private property.
- Professional offices.
- Public sidewalks.
- Restaurants.
- Shopping malls and retail businesses.
Property owners may be liable if they were aware of a hazardous condition or should have been aware of it and failed to take reasonable steps to address it. It is not uncommon for property owners to argue that the injured party was trespassing, that the dangerous condition was open and obvious, or that the property owner took reasonable steps to address the hazard.
We can help prove otherwise so you can pursue the compensation you deserve because of the property owner’s negligence. Contact our Orlando premises liability attorney today for help.
Our Premises Liability Lawyer in Orlando Can Help You Claim Damages
If you have suffered injuries or lost a loved one in a premises liability accident caused by negligence in Florida, contact our dedicated Orlando personal injury attorney today. There is never a charge to speak with an attorney or any upfront or out-of-pocket costs to associate with our law firm in an injury or death matter.
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