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Slip and Fall Injury Attorneys
Bonardi & Uzdavinis Attorneys-at-Law | (813) 540-2019
You are eligible for compensation if you sustained a slip and fall injury. This encompasses medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Bonardi & Uzdavinis Attorney-at-Law knows the impact of slip and fall accidents and can assist you. Our Tampa personal injury lawyers provide legal services to help you with your personal injury claims. Call for a free consultation with the best slip and fall injury attorneys in Tampa.
Protecting Your Rights With Experienced Tampa Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers
Florida is always near the top in hospitalizations as a result of falls, and men as well as women are frequently seriously hurt. Victims of slip and fall accidents require tough legal advocacy, whether they experience a broken hip or head injury. Contact Bonardi & Uzdavinis today.
How Bonardi & Uzdavinis Can Help After a Slip and Fall Accident in Tampa
Compassion Meets Skill
Slipping and falling might be a trivial accident. But, they can lead to life-altering repercussions. A fall might make you lose work time, ruin your finances and impact your capacity to lead a complete life. When you’re recuperating, the last thing you should do is argue with an insurer who’s attempting their best to downplay your claim.
We take the pressure off of your shoulders at Bonardi & Uzdavinis. You’ll receive more than just legal counsel when you retain us. We’ll battle relentlessly for your interests.
How we can help you:
- Legal advice tailored to your needs and compassionate support during the entire case
- The investigation and preservation of evidence thorough accident investigation
- Consultation of medical, financial, and accident reconstruction experts when needed
A complete evaluation of all damages is required to make sure that no loss has been overlooked - Negotiation with the insurance provider for a fair settlement
- Support for litigation – taking your case to court to ensure justice
We can handle your legal needs so that you can concentrate on healing. Contact us online or call 813-540-1919 to set up your free consultation.
Slip and Fall Accidents: A Serious and Common Problem in Florida
Slip and falls happen more frequently than everyone realizes, and they can be more hazardous. They can happen anywhere such as grocery stores, parking lots, apartment buildings or residential homes.
In Florida, the leading cause of injury-related death among older adults is falls. The risk doesn’t only target older adults. More than one million individuals in the United States end up in emergency rooms annually due to slip and fall incidents. The incidents are the top reason for worker’s compensation claims in the workplace.
The Most Common Slip and Falls Injuries That We Handle
Slip and falls can result in serious injuries. We will help you document your injuries using medical records, photos, expert opinions and your testimony. Our team has helped our clients receive compensation for:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)
- Herniated or bulging disks
- Spinal cord injury
- ACL and MCL tears in the knees and ankles
- Broken bones and fractures
- Neck and back injuries
- Scarring and facial injuries
What Is the Value of My Slip and Fall Case?
The value of your claim depends on several factors.
- Your injuries' severity and effects on your long-term health
- Whether you can perform your old job duties or return to work
- Costs of medical care, both current and future
- The lasting emotional impact of your accident
- Your responsible for the fall
We take the time to fully understand your case at Bonardi & Uzdavinis. At our firm, we don’t use formulas. But instead, we work with experts to create a solid case for compensation.
Types of Compensation Available in Slip and Fall Claims
You may be entitled, after a slip-and-fall, to compensation both for economic and non-economic damages.
- Medical costs (hospitalization, surgery, rehabilitation, medication)
- Loss of income (past wages as well as future earnings potential).
- Pain and suffering
- Mental and emotional distress
- Loss of enjoyment in life
- Permanent disfigurement or disability
Some losses are obvious, such as ER bills. Some losses, such as emotional trauma or inability to resume your favorite activities, require a nuanced approach. We will make sure that your settlement is a fair reflection of the impact of your injury.
What if I Am Being Blamed for My Fall?
Insurance companies often shift the blame onto injured victims. Insurance companies may claim that you were distracted or that the danger was “open and apparent” or that you did not take proper care.
Florida’s comparative fault law allows you to recover compensation if you are partially at fault. The amount of compensation you receive will be based on your percentage of blame. If you are 20% at fault for the accident, then your damages will be reduced by that same 20%.
Do not be intimidated by the insurance company. We know how to counter these tactics, and make sure that your side of the tale is heard.
Slip and Fall Accidents: Common Causes in Tampa
Hazardous property conditions such as:
- Slippery or Wet Floors
- Spills not cleaned up quickly
- Rugs, mats or carpeting that is not attached to a wall
- Uneven sidewalks and cracked pavement
- Poor lighting obscures hazards
- Handrails or damaged stairs
- Debris or clutter on walkways
- Workplace hazards
We will investigate your property to determine if the owner or manager did not maintain a safe atmosphere.
How to Prove Negligence in a Slip and Fall Case
Slip and fall cases are covered by premises liability law which requires property owners to keep their premises safe. We must be able to prove the following:
- You are owed a duty to care by the property owner.
- By failing to maintain safe working conditions, they breached their duty.
- This breach has caused you injury.
- You have suffered real damages.
The property owner may have different responsibilities depending on whether you are a guest (licensee), customer (invitee) or trespasser. Our attorneys know how to customize a case strategy depending on your legal status as well as the specific facts of your accident.
Florida Slip and Fall Claims Time Limits
Florida law gives you two years to file a claim for personal injury. The two-year period also applies if the slip and fall resulted in the death of a loved one.
If you wait too long, it can be difficult to prove your case. Witnesses may move, evidence may disappear, and records could be lost. Don’t delay. Your case will be stronger if we start as soon as possible.
Contact a Tampa Slip-and-Fall Lawyer Today
We’re dedicated to delivering you the personal legal representation you deserve. Slip and fall accidents can be emotionally and physically exhausting.
At Bonardi & Uzdavinis, our Tampa slip and fall lawyers can assist you in obtaining the compensation you need to recover and continue forward. For a free consultation, call us at 813-540-2019 or fill out our online form.
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