Central Florida Premises Liability – Slip and Fall and Dog Bite Lawyers – Attorneys in Daytona Beach

We trust the places we go and the areas we walk to be safe and put our faith in the responsibility of those in charge of them. However, negligence can lead to dangerous slips, savage dog attacks, and many other catastrophes. Our Central Florida slip and fall and dog bite lawyers in Daytona Beach are experienced in premises liability. The attorneys at the Daytona Beach firm of Chanfrau & Chanfrau handle many different types of cases involving negligence on the part of a property owner.

• What Is Premises Liability?
• Slip and Fall
• Dog Bite
• Pursuing Compensation

What Is Premises Liability?

According to the law, property owners are responsible for keeping their premises safe for all visitors, employees, customers, and anyone who sets foot on the grounds. If someone suffers an injury on property that has not been properly maintained a premises liability claim against the owner or occupant of the property can be filed. Our premises liability attorneys in Daytona Beach have handled a number of these types of personal injury cases, resulting from a variety of causes. Some examples of premises liability cases include:

• Slips and falls (detailed below)
• Dog Bites (detailed below)
• Falling products, objects, maintenance equipment, or debris at a store
• Accidents at construction sites
• Pool injuries or drownings

Every premises liability case is different, and we consider each one individually. The goal of a premises liability lawsuit is to prove the negligence of the property owner in ensuring that the property was safe for visitors. This includes adequately displayed signs or warnings to guests to be careful where they walk if there are wet areas, not to touch certain objects, etc.

Unsafe property conditions can cause life-long injury, and even death. If you or a loved one has been a victim of negligence by a property owner or occupant, contact our premises liability attorneys in Daytona Beach and we will review your case free of charge.

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Slip and Fall

One of the most common forms of premises liability occurs when an individual has suffered injury or death resulting from a slip and fall on the property. These types of accidents can occur inside or outside the building. The Central Florida slip and fall attorneys at Chanfrau & Chanfrau have handled many of these complex cases, which are frequently caused by:

• Cracks in sidewalks
• Poor lighting on stairs/steps
• Wet floors
• Uneven floors
• Objects or debris on the ground or flooring
• Loose floor mats

The property owner or occupant may be found liable if it can be proven that he or she caused or knew about the condition and did not correct it. The owner or occupant may also be found negligent if it is determined that he or she should have known about the dangerous condition as a responsible caretaker of the property.

In slip and fall accidents, lawyers for the defendant will frequently say they are not responsible for the dangerous condition that may have caused the injury, or that there was no dangerous condition on the property at all. Furthermore, they will likely try to place negligence on the part of the victim.

It is important for victims of slip and fall accidents to gather names and contact information for any witnesses to the event, and report what happened to the property owner or manager before leaving the scene. It is also important that victims seek medical treatment immediately, no matter how small the injury is. Remember to conserve clothing worn at the time of the accident, as well as photographs of the dangerous condition which caused the fall, as these are very important pieces of evidence.

Our Central Florida slip and fall attorneys are strong advocates for all of our clients. We will work diligently to ensure that victims of negligent property owners or occupants receive reasonable and fair compensation for losses.

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Dog Bite

Injuries from dog bites can cause long-term medical and psychological problems, disfigurement, and even death. An estimated 800,000 Americans are bitten by dogs every year, many of them children.

The Central Florida dog bite lawyers at our Daytona Beach firm are well-versed in Florida law regarding dog bite injuries. In our state, the owner of the dog is liable should the animal harm a visitor, guest, employee, etc. The dog owner is responsible if he or she knows the dog is liable to attack someone, and can be found negligent and responsible for any unprovoked dog attack. Florida has a specific legal statute that makes dog owners virtual insurers of their dog's conduct. This is a valuable tool for our Central Florida dog bite lawyers representing Daytona Beach residents who have been the victims of dog attacks.

Dog bites can have severe physical and emotional ramifications for victims, and pet owners need to be held responsible for the behavior of their animals. Our personal injury attorneys at Chanfrau & Chanfrau have experience pursuing compensation in dog bite cases. We can help recover damages in a range of areas, including mental anguish. Contact our Central Florida personal injury lawyers today for a free consultation and we will review your case.

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Pursuing Compensation

The premises liability attorneys at our Daytona Beach firm can work to secure your future after an injury. Financial damages from the parties responsible can be pursued for:

• Medical bills (past and future)
• Lost wages (past and future)
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Lost capacity for the enjoyment of life

In addition to the physical and emotional toll personal injuries can take, the financial strain can be too much to bear. Let our attorneys help you gain financial stability for your needs, and hold the person or group responsible for your injury accountable.

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Contact Our Premises Liability Attorneys

Our Central Florida slip and fall and premises liability attorneys in Daytona Beach are dedicated to sorting out the facts in your case and recovering damage for your injuries. At Chanfrau & Chanfrau in Central Florida, our premises liability and dog bite lawyers serve Daytona Beach and surrounding areas with the support of a professional legal staff and decades of experience. We also represent cases involving wrongful death, product liability, child injury, and more. Contact our personal injury lawyers in Daytona Beach today for a free consultation and we will review your case.

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