Slip & Fall at an Apartment Complex

How Our Attorneys Approach Cases Involving a Slip and Fall in an Apartment Building

At Rosenberg & Rosenberg, we have a long history of recovering significant compensation for the wrongfully injured in Florida. We work hard, support our community, and strive to provide exceptional legal support.

Our fall accident lawyers build a customized legal approach for every case, offering a solution to help injured parties get the money they need to pay for their care and get back on their feet when possible. We take our time to learn about each case and understand what the client is going through.

We can help you get the care you need, recover from your injuries, and protect your right to pursue fair compensation. We handle even the most legally complex and challenging cases. Among our past verdicts and settlements is a case involving a slip and fall at an apartment complex:

• Our client slipped on a wet surface in the stairwell of his building
• He had been living in the building for more than a year
• The apartment complex owners attempted to blame him for the fall
• The client required treatment, including surgery, for a fibula fracture
• We recovered $315,000 for this client in a negotiated settlement

When you hire our team, you can count on us to quickly answer your calls or emails and to provide the information you need. You will never be left waiting and wondering. We also provide regular case updates while you focus on healing from your injuries.

Our Florida injury lawyers work on contingency. We do not ask our clients to pay upfront costs or fees. We only recover money from the compensation we win for you, so you only pay when—and if—our personal injury lawyers win your case for you.

Can You File a Claim Against an Apartment Complex for a Slip and Fall?

Yes. A Florida premises liability attorney from our team can help you sue the apartment complex if your injuries occurred in a common area. This could include the leasing office, another building office, the clubhouse, hallways or corridors, the laundry room, or recreational areas.

The liable party would likely be someone not connected with the complex if your fall occurred in an individual apartment, and you might not have a case if the cause of your fall was a reasonable, expected hazard, such as slipping in water by the community pool. To sue the apartment complex owner for compensation, your case must include evidence of:

• An unreasonable hazard in an area controlled and maintained by the complex
• The fact that the complex was aware (or should have been aware) of the hazard
• The hazard causing a fall
• You suffering injuries and damages because of the fall

Some common fall hazards that could exist in an apartment complex and cause significant injuries include:

• Leaks, spills, or tracked rainwater
• Slick floors from improper cleaning
• Trip hazards, such as items in the walkway
• Uneven ground or flooring
• Rolled rugs or carpets
• Poor lighting
• Broken or missing handrails

If you are unsure whether you have a case, call Rosenberg & Rosenberg today to find out.

What Damages Can Victims Recover in Florida Apartment Slip and Fall Settlements?

Our team knows how to build a strong case and seek fair compensation for your injuries. We even have Florida catastrophic injury lawyers on our team who work with clients with life-altering injuries and lasting disabilities, such as:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Organ damage
• Amputation injuries

We document related expenses and losses and demand the apartment complex’s insurance carrier cover these costs as well as our client’s intangible damages. This could allow us to recover money for:

• Emotional and physical pain and suffering
• Medical care costs and future treatment and management needs
• Ongoing care and support for catastrophic injuries
• Lost income
• Diminished earning capacity for lasting impairments
• Repair or replacement of personal property
• Out-of-pocket expenses

What About Wrongful Death in a Florida Apartment Complex Fall?

If your loved one passed away from a slip and fall at an apartment complex, a Florida wrongful death lawyer from our team can help your family seek compensation. We pursue compensation for our clients based on Florida’s wrongful death laws and the case facts.

How Our Attorneys Fight for Compensation Based on a Florida Apartment Complex Fall Injury

Rosenberg & Rosenberg often settles these cases via negotiations. However, sometimes a lawsuit is necessary. This may occur in complicated cases, such as when the insurance company refuses to accept fault on behalf of their policyholder, or if time is running out. Many lawsuits also settle outside of court.

Our Florida fall injury lawyers will take your case to trial to fight for fair compensation when necessary. Per Florida Statutes § 95.11, you likely have up to two years to file a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit. A trip and fall attorney from our law firm can help you meet this and any other applicable deadlines to protect your right to fair compensation.

Discuss Your Florida Slip and Fall Injury With Our Team for Free

Our legal team at Rosenberg & Rosenberg provides free consultations for victims hurt in a Florida apartment complex slip and fall. If this happened to you or a loved one, we can help you understand your next steps and guide you through the legal process. Contact us today to discuss your case with a team member.