Tampa Slip and Fall Accident Lawyer

A slip and fall accident can have severe or fatal consequences for the victim. Injuries can range from an ankle sprain to head trauma and damage to all the body parts in between. If you’ve suffered injuries in a slip and fall accident in Tampa or greater Hillsborough County due to the negligence of another, you may be entitled to compensation.

A Tampa personal injury lawyer at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers may be able to take your case and help you recover damages in an insurance claim or personal injury lawsuit. You can speak to a member of our legal team during a free case evaluation and learn more about how our Tampa slip and fall accident lawyers can help your premises liability case.

How Much Does a Tampa Slip and Fall Accident Attorney Cost?

When you work with our personal injury law firm serving Tampa, FL, you get an attorney at no upfront cost to you. Our slip and fall accident lawyers in Tampa, FL, work on contingency, so we don’t charge for legal services unless we win your case. Our goal is to get you the maximum compensation possible. No retainers. No hourly billing. 

How Much Will You Receive in a Slip and Fall Accident Claim in Tampa?

No two cases are exactly alike, and the compensation you can receive will vary based on your circumstances. However, there are certain damages that are consistent across all personal injury claims, and certain factors will influence the compensation you receive. The influential factors typically include the following: 

• The severity of your injuries will impact on your medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering
• The time it takes for you to heal will also influence those expenses
• The insurance policy limits will affect the compensation available that you may pursue

As a slip and fall victim, you may be nursing severe injuries and missing work because of it. Ultimately, you’re losing money or spending money that you shouldn’t have to. Our slip and fall accident attorneys in Tampa, FL, will assess all your losses and injuries to determine the total costs that you have to bear due to someone else’s negligence. We will then be able to determine what a fair settlement looks like for you.

Types of Recoverable Damages in a Tampa Slip and Fall Claim

As stated above, your compensation will reflect the losses you suffered due to your fall. In personal injury cases in Florida, you are entitled to collect damages for economic losses (losses that have a direct financial value) and non-economic losses (those that reflect an impact on your quality of life, like pain and suffering). 

Generally, you can recover compensation for losses that include but are not limited to the following:

• Current and future medical expenses
• Transportation
• Medical supplies and assistive equipment
• Accessibility equipment, like wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches
• Chiropractic care
• Physical therapy
• Income loss
• Reduced earning potential
• Property damage, such as personal effects
• Emotional distress
• Pain and suffering
• Mental anguish
• Loss of enjoyment of life

The above is not an exhaustive list. A Tampa slip and fall accident lawyer will be able to provide further details about the recoverable losses in your case once they have spoken to you and collected pertinent information and documentation related to your fall injuries.

Focus on Recovery – We’ll Take Care of Your Slip and Fall Case

Our team takes pride in providing honest and personal service to our clients throughout Florida. Our founding partners, Jason Chalik and Debi Chalik, will work on your case personally, so you will always know the personal injury attorney handling your premises liability claim. As your legal counsel, we will take the reins and put our resources to work so you can focus your energy on recuperating.

Our personal injury law firm will:

• Investigate the hazardous condition that caused your slip and fall
• Identify the liable party who must pay damages
• Provide updates on your case
• Take care of communication with the insurance company, defending parties, and others involved in your case
• Gather evidence and documentation of your fall-related injuries and losses like medical records, medical bills, and accident expenses
• File your insurance claim for compensation
• Negotiate for a fair settlement agreement
• File a lawsuit against the at-fault party if required
• Advocate for your fair and full compensation in court

Plus, we will be there to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have during the legal process. 

Our Tampa Slip and Fall Accident Attorneys Stand Up to Big Insurance Companies

Insurance companies can be particularly difficult in slip and fall personal injury cases. It’s important to have viable proof of liability, generally established by showing the person or company responsible for your slip and fall (or trip and fall) was negligent.

You also must substantiate your injuries with proper medical documentation. Even with the proper proof to validate your claims, some insurance companies will still insist that you caused the accident in order to avoid paying your claim.

With a Tampa slip and fall accident lawyer who is aware of insurance company tactics, you can feel confident that you will have the necessary evidence and experience on your side.

We Are Proud to Represent Slip and Fall Injury Victims and Achieve Results

We’ve been able to win favorable outcomes for our clients in numerous Florida personal injury cases. Our Tampa personal injury attorneys seek the maximum compensation you deserve, regardless of how stubborn an insurance company might be. It’s our job to level the playing field when insurance companies and large corporations don’t play fair. We’ve been able to do that for countless accident victims, including slip and fall clients. See some of our results below:

• $400,000 settlement for a slip and fall client who suffered a spine injury
• $165,000 settlement for a client who suffered a trip and fall, requiring shoulder replacement surgery
• $105,000 settlement after a client tripped and fell in a beauty store
• $100,000 settlement for an unsupervised elderly client who fell during therapy

Caring for yourself and your loved ones after your fall accident shouldn’t be your responsibility alone. The person whose careless acts led to your injury should pay, and that is what we always aim for.

Call Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers today. We provide free initial consultations for injury victims. 

What Do You Do If the Insurer Is Blaming You for the Slip and Fall?

Insurers often blame the injured party for the accident to avoid paying the money the victims deserve. Even if you share responsibility for the accident, you can still recover compensation as long as you are less than 51 percent responsible for the accident, Florida Statutes § 768.81.

Our team can fight against allegations of fault to ensure you get every dollar you deserve.

Statute of Limitations in Slip and Fall Cases in Florida

Per Florida Statutes § 95.11, the statute of limitations in Florida personal injury cases is generally two years from the date of the injury or the date the injury was discovered.

If you’ve already waited to pursue compensation, you should consider working with a personal injury lawyer. We can provide an exact legal deadline based on the facts of your case and set to work pursuing your fair compensation immediately. If a claim cannot be settled satisfactorily, we will need time to file a premises liability lawsuit with the Hillsborough County courthouse to obtain a favorable result.

Types of Injuries Common in Slip and Falls

We have seen all types of injuries from slips and falls in Tampa. Some common injuries include:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
• Spinal cord injuries
• Lacerations
• Broken and dislocated hips
• Neck injuries
• Back injuries
• Broken bones

The medical care necessary for these catastrophic injuries often requires a level-one trauma facility, such as Tampa General Hospital, and the costs can be high. We will fight for compensation for all injuries and damages.

How a Property Owner’s Negligence Can Cause a Slip and Fall Accident

A property owner’s negligence is a common cause of slips, trips, and falls in Tampa. Examples of property owner negligence include:

• Wet floors
• Uneven surfaces
• Cords or other hazards in walkways
• Loose floorboards
• Poor lighting
• Missing or broken handrails
• Inadequate security

To prove how a dangerous condition on the property led to your injuries, we will establish the following four key elements of negligence:

• Duty of care: The property owner had a responsibility to keep the property free of hazards and provide a safe environment.
• Breach of duty: The negligent property owner failed to keep the property free of hazards (or failed to warn visitors of hazards).
• Causation: The property owner’s breach of duty caused your slip and fall accident and injuries.
• Damages: You suffered damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

See How Our Tampa Slip and Fall Accident Lawyers Can Help You Today

The attorneys at Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers are your dedicated legal advocates in slip and fall and trip and fall cases in Tampa, Florida. If you’ve been injured due to premises liability issues, a Tampa slip and fall accident lawyer can fight for the money you need to heal. 

Call us today for a free case review.