Florida Premises Liability Attorney
Premises liability is the body of law governing the responsibilities that property owners have to their guests. This level of responsibility can vary depending on the type of property in question. The basic line, however, is that people have a duty to provide a reasonably safe environment for their guests.
If you or a loved one has been injured on poorly maintained property, you may have grounds for civil action. To learn more, contact Florida premises liability attorney Todd Miner at 407-420-4040. Our law offices can help you with nearly any premises liability claim involving:
- Slip and Fall
- Swimming Pool Injuries
- Elevator/Escalator Injuries
- Porch Collapse
- Stair Collapse
- Fires
- Lead Paint Poisoning
- Mercury Poisoning
Obligations under Premises Liability
Under Florida law, welcome visitors are divided into two basic categories: business invitees and licensees. Each category has slightly different protections, which are outlined below.
- Business invitees: When a business is open to the public, anyone who may enter it is considered a business invitee. Business owners and managers are expected to make their property as safe for their customers as they can. If certain risks cannot be avoided – such as the risk of falling at a rock climbing facility – guests need to be fully informed about these risks.
- Licensees: A licensee is invited onto private property as a guest. When a homeowner invites guests to his home or other property, he is expected to provide a reasonably safe environment. If there are any dangers – such as potholes, feral animals, or shaky structures – the property owner needs to warn guests so they can protect themselves.
This is only a basic summary of the law. To learn details about your specific case, you will need to speak with an Florida premises liability attorney.
Contact a Florida Premises Liability Attorney
If you have been injured by a careless property owner, contact Florida premises liability attorney Todd Miner at 407-420-4040.