When Poorly Maintained Property Causes Accidents
There are some activities that people understand are inherently dangerous. But there are many situations in which we expect to be safe doing day-to-day activities — going grocery shopping, walking through a parking lot or climbing a neighbor's staircase. However, if the property owners had unsafe or poorly maintained property, you could be suffering from a broken hip after a routine trip to buy eggs and milk.
If that is the situation you are facing, it is important to contact an experienced Jacksonville premises liability attorney who can help you receive the compensation you need. At The Griggs Firm, P.A., that is exactly what you will find. We have more than 20 years of experience handling personal injury cases, and we can help you hold the negligent party accountable.
First Step: Hire an Experienced Duval County Slip and Fall Attorney
Identify the cause of the injury. If you were injured in a slip-and-fall accident, one of the most important things to do is identify the cause of the fall. Under Florida law, the negligent party can only be held accountable if they created the problem or if the problem existed long enough that they should have known it was there and fixed it.
Identify witnesses. If there were other people who saw you fall, or if there were other people who were injured at the same time as you, it is important to get contact information for them. In premises liability cases, the only footage of the accident may be security tapes, and those are often difficult to see. Talking with other people can help build your case and prove the property owners were liable for the accident.
We can help you receive the money you need to compensate your injury. Contact us online or call 904-425-1909 to schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced lawyer and learn more about the steps you can take to protect your rights.
