Category Archives: Slip Fall
Woman Seeking $17.8M in Resort Parking Garage Slip and Fall Case
A premises liability trial recently began in Okaloosa County state court, where a Florida jury is hearing claims from a young woman who says she suffered a permanent ankle injury after tripping outside a vacation resort’s parking garage. Emily Webre, a former LSU student, is suing Destin West Beach and Bay Resort over a… Read More »
Florida Jury Awards $6.2 Million for Walmart Fall
A woman who was injured in a Walmart on Black Friday in 2019 was recently awarded $6.2 million in damages. After a five-day trial, the jury ruled in favor of the woman, who suffered multiple surgeries due to a Walmart worker’s negligence. The jury held Walmart accountable for failing to implement necessary safety measures… Read More »
Woman Files Slip and Fall Lawsuit Against Publix
Nobody is immune from slips and falls. They can happen anywhere and at any time. They can even occur while you’re shopping at your favorite grocery store. This is what allegedly happened to a Florida woman. She has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets, alleging negligence after she slipped and fell. On May… Read More »
Preventing Slips and Falls in the Rain
We are now in the rainy season in Florida, which runs from May to October. Many people enjoy the rain, but of course rain leads to wet roads and grounds. This can in turn result in accidents such as slips and falls. Slips and falls are not funny situations. A person can become permanently… Read More »
Customer Awarded $8 Million in Slip and Fall at Burger King
Imagine taking a quick bathroom break at a restaurant and ending up being permanently disabled. This was the case for a Florida man who went to use the restroom inside a Burger King. He slipped and fell, suffering serious injuries and left unable to work. A Broward County jury recently found Burger King guilty… Read More »
Walmart Not Responsible for Slip and Fall Accident
Slip and fall accidents happen all the time. They can happen in your home or while at a store, restaurant, hospital, or office. They can also occur on a sidewalk, on stairs, or in a parking lot. These accidents tend to happen in slippery conditions, such as during a rain or snow storm or… Read More »
Woman Receives $3 Million In Slip And Fall Case
Dealing with the effects of a slip and fall accident can be frustrating, especially when you are seriously injured and your claim is denied for no valid reason. This is what happened to a Florida woman. Her claim was originally denied but she took the case to trial and won more than $3 million… Read More »
Slips And Falls On Cruise Ships
Slips and falls are incidents that tend to plague older people. In fact, statistics show that falls occur in 25% of seniors over the age of 65. But when it comes to cruise ships, anyone of any age can be a victim. Florida is a common area for cruises to depart from. However, these… Read More »
Dangers Of Slips And Falls When Living Alone
An alarming 28% of people over the age of 65 suffer from falls every year. When there’s nobody around to help a fall victim, the injuries can become severe and even deadly. Of those who survive and are able to get up and walk away, about 37% will sustain a mild to severe injury…. Read More »
Slip And Fall Prevention For Commercial Businesses
Slips and falls are serious issues for businesses. These accidents can affect customers and employees, causing serious injuries and even death. Many commercial facilities in Florida and across the country prevent slip and fall accidents on stairs by using epoxy coatings embedded with aggregate or non-skid adhesive tapes. These methods are appealing because they… Read More »
