Premises Liability

Florida is a strict liability state regarding dog bites, enforcing what is known as the Dangerous Dog Law. Florida Statute 767.04 states that dog owners in Florida are responsible for any injuries and damage their dog causes if it bites someone in a public place, such...

If your child gets hurt in a swimming pool this summer in Florida, there are several legal options you can consider. Depending on your family’s situation, you may be able to seek both compensation and justice for the suffering that your child will have experienced. ...

Many Florida residents enjoy swimming for leisure and exercise. Although the state is known for its beautiful beaches, some people prefer to take their dips in the pool. If someone suffers an accident and injury at a public or private swimming pool, the owner might be...

Exercising extreme care during grocery shopping is something only some do. A routine shopping visit is so mundane that people might fail to be aware of hazards. A slip-and-fall accident might happen in a Florida grocery store without warning. The grocery store’s...

Suffering a slip-and-fall accident while walking through a grocery store in Florida can be traumatic. When a person slips and falls in a public place, the first thought often is regaining their composure, getting back up and hoping no one notices. However, the...

Many communities in Florida and throughout the country have rules regarding how owners must look after their dogs. These rules are in place to minimize the risk of an animal hurting or killing a person or another animal. However, if you find yourself in close...

Accidents happen at Florida hotels, and some accidents result in injury. Litigation may follow if the hotel was negligent. Duties and fault at hotels Guests, visitors, contractors, and employees at a hotel have expectations that the enterprise will take steps to...

If you own property in Florida, you are generally required to remedy any hazards that you know about or should know about. Examples of common hazards include loose railings, cracks in a driveway or sidewalk or smoke alarms that are faulty or that don't work at all....

All Florida buildings are required to follow certain codes to ensure safety. Many fires occur because of common building fire code violations like these. Missing or expired fire extinguishers Buildings should have fire extinguishers located in designated areas. They...

Many Florida residents like to spend some time unwinding and having a drink. That's one reason why there are many popular bars within this state. With that in mind, one of those bars is now facing a legal battle in the aftermath of a fatal shooting. What happened at...