On Behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | July 19, 2023 | Personal Injury
Slip and falls happen every day. Sometimes, you might fall and get right back up, checking to make sure no one saw you, and go about your day. Other times, you might not be so fortunate, and an accidental fall can result in a long recovery from serious injuries.
The following is some key information about slip and falls in Florida. If you want our slip and fall lawyers to evaluate your rights after a fall injury, reach out a set up your free consultation today.
Florida Slip and Fall Statistics
Falls are a leading cause of accidental injury and even death in the U.S. and throughout Florida. Many slip and falls lead to severe injuries that require surprisingly extensive medical treatment. Data for a recent year shows the following for a recent year:
- There were 75,570 hospitalizations for unintentional falls reported in Florida
- The county with the highest number of falls was Miami-Dade, with 7,210 reported falls.
- Palm Beach County had the second-highest number of falls, at 6,459
- Florida had 4,178 fatal falls reported
- Pinellas County had the highest number of fatal falls at 358, and Palm Beach County was again second at 345 fatal falls.
Keep in mind that these do not account for all the fall-related injuries that did not require hospitalization or result in death. There are thousands and thousands more people who suffer injuries in slip and falls each year in The Sunshine State.
Florida Slip and Fall Locations
Falls can occur and cause injuries for many reasons and in many locations. Some common places for slip and falls include:
- Grocery stores, like Publix or Winn-Dixie
- Big box stores, including Sams Club, Costco, and Walmart
- Shopping malls
- Hospitals, including HCA Florida JFK North and HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital
- Common areas of apartment and condo complexes
- Sidewalks, parking lots, and garages
- Concert venues
- Sports arenas, such as Hard Rock Stadium, Tropicana Field, or Amalie Arena
If you slip and fall because of a premises hazard - or a failure to warn of a premises hazard - you have important legal rights. The law allows you to hold the property owner or occupier liable for your losses, including medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. Always discuss your options and rights with a slip and fall attorney.
Contact a Florida Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer for Help
Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa is a Florida law firm dedicated to righting the wrongs of personal injuries from slip and falls. If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident because a business did not take proper safety precautions like posting warning signs, please reach out and share your story with us.
It’s our pleasure to advise you of your options and fight for the maximum compensation possible for you. You deserve justice—the law is very clear that victims like you are entitled to be compensated. Reach out via our online contact form or call us at 561-478-2500.
Gerald A. Rosenthal
Retired
Since opening the firm now known as Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa more than 40 years ago, Gerald A. Rosenthal has been a dedicated champion of the everyday hero – police officers, firefighters, teachers, nurses, construction workers, farm workers, and more. Passionate about preserving the civil rights of laborers, he has fought tirelessly against giant insurance companies who deny the injured workers their benefits. It’s not just the lawsuit Rosenthal fights to win – he is driven by the opportunity to restore his client’s quality of life.
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