South Miami Premises Liability
Property owners in South Miami and Florida are required by law to maintain safe premises for legitimate visitors. This means that they are expected to keep their property correctly maintained and to warn visitors or expected visitors of any hazards that cannot be fixed right away. When property owners are negligent and this leads to injuries, injured parties hold property owners accountable for their injuries and can seek compensation for damages.
Have you been injured on a property that had inadequate security or inadequate maintenance? You may have a legal claim that lets you seek compensation for medical costs, lost income, property damage, and other costs. To find out more, contact Flaxman Law Group to arrange a free accident consultation with one of our attorneys.
Types Of Premises Liability ClaimsThere are various types of personal injury claims in South Miami that can arise from premises liability situation such as:
- Amusement Park injuries
- Crimes due to negligent security
- Cruise ship injuries and accidents
- Slip and fall injuries
- Escalator or elevator accidents
- Swimming Pool accidents
Any time that you are injured on a property because a property owner was negligent in providing a safe environment, you may have a claim.
The Importance of Acting Quickly in personal Injury CasesKeep in mind that there is a statute of limitations in Florida for personal injury cases. If you have been injured and you believe that your injuries were caused due to a negligent property owner or due to someone's recklessness or negligence, it is important to consult with a personal injury attorney in South Miami or your community right away.
The clock is already ticking, and even though you may have up to two years to file your claim, keep in mind that the discovery process and legal process can take quite a long time. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the sooner you can secure your claim. In addition, pursuing a legal claim immediately is important if you want to build the strongest case possible. If you pursue a legal claim right away or at least contact a personal injury attorney right away, your attorney can take steps to preserve any evidence in your case so that you can build a strong case that increases your chances of getting fair compensation. Waiting too long can mean that some evidence is simply not available. It can also hurt your claim if a jury or judge sees your hesitation as lack of concern over your injuries.
In many premises liability cases, property owners will take steps right away in order to lessen their liability or the possible damages they may have to pay. They will generally contact their insurance companies and insurance companies may make an offer or may take steps to limit the accountability of the insurance policyholder.
Insurance companies and property owners are often represented by attorneys – don't you deserve the same legal protection? Make sure that you protect your own rights if you have been seriously injured in a slip and fall accident or any injury on a property. Contact Flaxman Law Group for a free case evaluation to find out how to safeguard your future.