Helping Victims of Slip & Fall Accidents

No Attorneys' Fees Unless you Collect

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Getting injured in a slip & fall accident can be extremely stressful. However, the lawyers at The Burton Firm can assist you in understanding your rights as a victim that was in a slip & fall accident. Typically, many businesses have liability insurance policies with insurance coverage for slip & fall accidents. However, our legal team will evaluate your case to determine the amount of insurance coverage available to you.

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Generally speaking, pursuant to Florida law and procedure (See, Form 1.951, Florida Rules of Civil Procedure), to be successful on a claim for slip & fall, an injured party must be able to prove:

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1. Who owned and/or controlled the property where the slip & fall occurred;

2. That the injured party was permitted to be at the property where the slip & fall occurred;

3. 3. The property where the slip & fall occurred was negligently maintained and/or contained a dangerous slip & fall hazard;

4. The dangerous slip & fall hazard was known to the party that owned and/or controlled the property where the slip & fall occurred; and,

5. The injured party suffered damages as a result of the slip & fall.

 

In order to prove damages, an injured party typically needs to show that the slip & fall resulted in injuries on or about their body and extremities, that they suffered pain from such injuries, that they incurred medical expenses in the treatment of their injuries, that they suffered a physical handicap, that they had their working ability impaired, that the injuries are either permanent or continuing in nature, and/or that they will suffer losses and impairment in the future. Our attorneys can advise you on the specifics of your damages claim.

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Our attorneys have years of experience representing slip & fall victims and helping recover monies for our clients’ medical bills, pain and suffering, physical injuries, and property damage stemming from the slip & fall. We have handled a broad range of slip & fall cases with varying degrees of injuries (e.g. soft tissue damage, dislocated shoulders, back sprains, tail bone injuries, bulging discs, neck and back pain, disc herniation, ligament tears, broken bones, etc.). We have represented victims that had slip & fall injuries in restaurants, hotels, and even with a medical transportation company. We have also represented victims of slip & fall accidents with cases involving some of the largest commercial insurance companies (e.g. State National and Beazley

Group).

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Often times, navigating insurance claims and legal matters associated with slip & fall accidents can be confusing. However, our team of legal professionals can assist you in answering many common questions that victims have, such as:

 

• How do I file an insurance claim?

• How do I obtain a copy of the insurance policy?

• What types of insurance coverage are available?

• Who is responsible for paying my medical bills?

• What types of injuries can I recover for?

• What to do if I was involved in a slip & fall accident?

• Can I get a copy of the security video showing my slip & fall?

• Do I use my own health insurance when I go to the doctor after a slip & fall accident?

• How long do I have to see a doctor or medical provider after a slip & fall accident?

• How do I get a copy of the accident report?

• Can I recover for loss of income?

• How much is my slip & fall accident claim worth?

• Do I have to give a statement under oath to an insurance company?

• Do I need an MRI?

• Where do I obtain medical care after a slip & fall accident?

 

Additionally, our lawyers can help you better understand the following matters related to your case:

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• The nature of a slip & fall accident lawsuit;

• The purpose of a summons and a process server;

• Who you should consider suing for your injuries;

• The court process in general;

• The timelines involved in slip & fall accident cases;

• The types of damages that may be available to you (e.g. loss of income, medical bills, future medicals, pain and suffering, punitive damages, etc.)

• The value of your injuries and damages;

• Depositions;

• The discovery process;

• Liability insurance;

• Property damage insurance; and,

• Settlement potential

 

Additionally, our legal team can provide you with a full understanding of your rights and responsibilities so you do not have to face this difficult and confusing process alone.

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Please note that The Burton Firm does not collect any attorneys’ fees unless you recover money in connection with the slip & fall accident.

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If you or a family member have been injured in a slip & fall accident, please call The Burton Firm for a free consultation. Our legal team will evaluate your case and inform you of your legal rights and available options.