If a slip and fall incident occurs and amounts to injury or wrongful death due to the property owner’s failure and negligence to keep premises safe, you may be entitled to a lawsuit claim.

A Miami slip and fall attorney from the Law Offices of Bram J. Gechtman, PA can provide legal guidance to you or a loved one suffering from such an injury or wrongful death.

Property owners have the responsibility of anticipating hazards and should be responsible for maintaining their premises in a safe condition, but all too often, they clean up or fix the danger after you are injured, thus removing the “evidence.”

It is imperative that you document your accident right away. Be sure to:

• Only leave the premises after first insisting that the owner/manager complete an accident report documenting conditions and negligence contributing to your slip and fall. Make sure you get a copy.
• If possible, take pictures of the hazard that caused the slip and fall injury.
• Gather as many witnesses as you can. Request names and phone numbers to be contacted by your slip and fall attorney at a later date.

Slip and Fall accidents are incredibly common and can happen for a variety of reasons such as uneven walking surfaces, loose carpets, slick floors, poor lighting, or clutter. Some of the most common injuries from slips and falls include fractured or broken bones, back injuries, head injuries, pinched nerves, and traumatic brain injuries. These injuries can mean time off work, unforeseen medical bills, and loss of income. This is why it is vital to file your claim for your accident as soon as possible or at least within the statute of limitations, which is four years for personal injury in the state of Florida.

Even if you think your injuries are minor, seek medical attention immediately and report any discomfort to medical personnel.

It is also important to mention that Florida premises liability law takes into consideration the status of the visit for determining what is owed. The status categories are broken down into:

1. Public Invitee – an individual who was invited on-site as a member of the public for public purposes.
2. Business Invitee – an individual invited onsite to directly or indirectly further the profits for the site.
3. Invited Licensee – an individual who is a social guest
4. Uninvited Licensee – an individual who enters or stays on site for their own convenience without being invited.
5. Trespasser – an individual who enters the site without an invitation or license.

The Law Offices of Bram J. Gechtman, PA will fight relentlessly for victims of slip and fall accidents. Our Miami-Dade County personal injury attorney will seek benefits for those who are hurt or suffer wrongful death because of negligent property owners. We will procure records pertaining to medical bills and expenses related to your slip and fall injury to assess damages and fight to secure the compensation that you may be legally entitled to by Florida law.

To get help with your slip and fall case in Miami, call us today at 305-222-7836 for a free consultation. Get the advantage of an experienced personal injury lawyer with a track record of success and get the outcome you deserve.