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Protecting Your Rights After Property-Related Injuries

The medical bills, pain, and suffering associated with an accidental injury on someone else's property shouldn't be your burden to bear. Our Florida premises liability attorney can help you get the justice and compensation you deserve. Call Fenderson Law Firm today to set up a free case evaluation. We fight for the rights of our clients across the state of Florida from our office locations in Jacksonville and Orlando.

Specializations of Our Florida Premises Liability Attorney

No two cases are the same. This is especially true regarding Florida premises liability law. The accidents and injuries are as varied as the properties found in the state of Florida. Florida is packed with attractions, amenities, and the necessities of modern life. From nurseries and farms, to amusement parks, to high-rise condos, casinos, grocery stores, and one-of-a-kind homes, there’s a wide variety of premises in Florida that give rise to different cases.

A trusted Florida premises liability attorney needs experience with the varied accidents that can occur on the unique premises that this state houses. Here are just some of the types of locations and accidents our Florida premises liability lawyer has experience with.

Slip and Fall Injuries

Innocent victims shouldn't have to struggle to afford the care they need for the injuries a slip and fall can cause. Under Florida law, when these businesses have actual or constructive notice of those conditions that lead to the fall, they can be held responsible for the injuries they cause. Our Florida slip and fall accident lawyer helps clients get the compensation they need to recover from these injuries.

Florida Premises Liability Law Includes Dog Bites

Dogs are woven into the fabric of our lives more deeply than ever. As more restaurants, bars, and stores become more "dog-friendly," even people who don't own any dogs can come into contact with them. Florida Statutes 767.04 extends liability to dog owners whether they're at home with their dog or out in public with them. If the dog bites a person and causes injuries, call on a trusted Florida premises liability lawyer for help holding the owners accountable.

Negligent security

When businesses fail to provide security measures or negligently operate them, they can be held liable. However, Florida laws place a heavy burden on victims of crime, holding property owners accountable. An experienced Florida premises liability lawyer can help overcome the powerful presumptions against liability that Florida law uses to shield property owners from negligent security. Call Fenderson Law Firm today to get started on your path to total justice with a free case assessment.

"Negligent security cases arise when someone is assaulted, robbed, or otherwise harmed on property where the owner failed to provide reasonable security, such as working lighting, cameras, locks, gates, or security staff. These cases often involve apartment complexes, parking garages, hotels, bars, and shopping centers.

Florida law now makes these cases harder to win. Apartment owners who meet certain security standards get a legal presumption against liability, and juries must weigh the fault of the person who committed the crime. That's why we investigate prior incidents, police calls, and the property's actual security measures early, before evidence disappears."

Senior Facility Injuries

It’s no secret that Florida is a popular retirement location. If you have a loved one in one of the state’s many retirement or senior living facilities, you expect a level of care for your family member and the facility in which they reside. When nursing home operators fail to meet those expectations and cause injuries to loved ones, a premises liability attorney in Florida can step in to hold those negligent actors responsible.

The Premises Liability Attorney Florida Trusts

The aftermath of an injury can be a time of confusion and chaos. It’s a time when innocent victims need reliability, trust, and empathy. Our clients experience all three thanks to our Florida premises liability lawyer. Whether Mr. Gordon Fenderson is providing updates to a client or volunteering to help justice-impacted youth, it’s done with transparency, care, and diligence. As a licensed Florida Bar attorney, the ethical requirements for bar admission are only the beginning of Fenderson Law Firm’s commitment to honest, upstanding legal representation.

Florida's Unique Premises Liability Rules

Florida doesn't just have one-of-a-kind attractions; it also has laws and rules tied to some of the unique locations.

Tourist Property Immunity Challenges

Florida Statutes 570.89 provides immunity for injuries related to the "inherent risks" of agritourism when those locations post a warning. There's also some immunity when Floridians or tourists step onto property owned by the Seminole Nation, such as casinos and hotels. It's not absolute, and a Florida premises liability attorney can help avoid these pitfalls.

Hurricane-Related Hazards

Hurricanes can spread debris across lawns, homes, and businesses, which creates risks for unsuspecting visitors. When these aren’t cleared or those lawful visitors aren’t warned, it can create liability for those property owners.

Condo Association Liability

Condos are a popular type of residency in Florida with unique features like common areas. Maintenance of these common areas is generally the responsibility of the condo association, and when they fail to maintain them, causing injuries, they can be held liable.

Open and Obvious Defense Limits

Florida premises liability law offers unique defenses for potentially negligent property owners. One is that the danger causing the accident was so open and obvious that the injury was the victim’s fault. An experienced premises liability lawyer in Florida can help show that the danger wasn’t so open and obvious.

Government Property Deadlines

Suing the state of Florida for injuries that occur on its property involves its own complexities. One is the deadlines for providing the required notice to the state, which must be done within three years from the date of injury. Counties and cities have their own unique deadlines as well.

Shared Fault Can Reduce Your Recovery Under Florida's modified comparative negligence law (Fla. Stat. 768.81), your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault, and you cannot recover if you are found more than 50% at fault. Property owners often argue that the victim wasn't paying attention, so we gather evidence early to show what really caused the injury.

Fighting for Injured Victims Across Florida

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There are not enough stars to really validate this law firm. I am very happy with the way that Fenderson Law firm handled my case. Definitely not an easy time in my life but Gordon and his firm helped me every step of the way. Never once did I feel like just another case they made me feel like a friend or family member. A very very big thank you to Krystal who calmed my every nerve and kept me updated through every tiny detail. She is one of a kind with a compassionate heart. Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart for taking care of me through this process. I definitely highly recommend Fenderson Law firm!!!

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Our Credentials

Fenderson Law is a member of the Florida Bar, Jacksonville Bar Association, Middle District of Florida, and Florida Justice Association.

What counts as a premises liability case in Florida?

Any injury caused by an unsafe condition on someone else's property, such as a wet floor in a store, a broken stair, poor lighting, a dog bite, or an assault in a poorly secured parking garage.

How long do I have to file a premises liability claim?

For injuries on or after March 24, 2023, most claims must be filed within two years. Claims against government property owners have special notice requirements.

Do I have to prove the owner knew about the hazard?

Usually, yes. You must show the owner knew or should have known about the danger and failed to fix it or warn you.

Can I still recover if I was partly at fault?

Yes, as long as you were not more than 50% at fault. Your recovery is reduced by your share of fault.

Does it cost anything to talk to Fenderson Law Firm?

No. Your case evaluation is free, and you pay no attorney's fee unless we recover compensation for you.

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Premises Liability Lawyer Serving Jacksonville, Orlando & All of Florida

Protecting Your Rights After Property-Related Injuries

Specializations of Our Florida Premises Liability Attorney

Slip and Fall Injuries

Florida Premises Liability Law Includes Dog Bites

Negligent security

Senior Facility Injuries

Free Case Evaluation

The Premises Liability Attorney Florida Trusts

Florida's Unique Premises Liability Rules

Fighting for Injured Victims Across Florida

Our Clients Recognize Our Determination

Our Credentials

Premises Liability FAQs

For Skilled Representation

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1307 E. Robinson St.
Orlando, FL 32801
407-894-6441