Premises Liability - Lawyer Services in Jacksonville, Lakeland, Orlando, Tampa

Premises liability is the duty of an owner or occupier of real estate to protect people on their property from dangerous conditions and defects in the property. If they fail to provide a safe environment and a visitor suffers an injury or dies, they are liable. Premises liability lawyers at Burnetti, P.A. hold negligent property owners accountable, and fight for victims injured by negligent maintenance or disregard for safety.

Premises Liability Claims

Slip and fall accidents, negligent security, and poorly maintained property all fall under premises liability laws. While individuals have a personal duty to watch where they are walking, and understand that their may be obstructions in aisles, property owners have a responsibility to keep their establishments safe. Establishments may include a home, store, shop, office, restaurant, hotel or commercial building. If you have been injured or lost a loved one to any of the following circumstances, you may be eligible to file a premises liability claim for monetary compensation:

• Slipping on a wet floor that did not have adequate warnings
• Tripping over loose carpet
• Falling in potholes
• Being hit by falling merchandise, shelves, lights or other objects
• Tripping or falling on stairs that violate building codes
• Being victimized in a crime, such as a robber at an ATM, due to inadequate security
• Having a child injured due to a daycare’s negligence

Insurance Coverage May Be Able to Help Cover Your Expenses

When injured in a slip and fall or other type of accident, you may initially underestimate your injuries, your medical needs and your treatment costs. The mounting bills may be overwhelming, and leave you uncertain as to how you will pay them. Filing a premises liability claim that is covered by the property owner’s insurance may be able to help you with these costs. Burnetti, P.A. lawyers work to achieve a positive outcome for clients – and will hold property owner’s insurance companies responsible for the coverage they provide.

Contact Premises Liability Lawyers Representing the Injured in Florida

If you suffered an injury in a slip and fall or other type of accident, or if negligent security caused your injury, you may have a claim. To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation, fill out the case evaluation form or call 1-888-BURNETTI.