5 Factors that Impact Compensation After a Hotel Slip and Fall Accident in Florida

There are many reasons why people flock to Florida to live and to vacation. As a result, there are numerous hotels to accommodate the masses. When a customer walks into a hotel, the idea is to have a nice time, maybe enjoy a good meal if there is a restaurant at the hotel, or have some welcome rest. However, if dangerous conditions exist on hotel premises, then none of those things may happen, and instead, a slip-and-fall accident may happen that causes serious injuries. 

Slip-and-fall accidents happen frequently in hotels all across Florida. When hotel management does not maintain their property, or if hazardous conditions are not taken care of in a reasonable amount of time, when no warnings are informing guests of dangers, and an accident happens, a hotel can be liable for paying for a guest’s damages. Depending on how badly a guest was hurt, a fair settlement may be quite high.

Suppose you would like help filing a personal injury claim against a hotel in Florida after a slip and fall accident. In that case, you can call the Tampa premises liability attorneys at Fulgencio Law.

How to Be Successful with a Slip and Fall Injury Claim Against a Florida Hotel

Whether it is spills that cause slippery floors, dangerous unsupervised swimming areas, poor lighting, or no handrails near stairs, a hotel property can be hazardous for guests in plenty of ways.

When precarious conditions are present in a hotel, and a slip and fall accident happens, a victim must demonstrate the following to be successful with their injury claim.

• The hotel had a duty of care to its patrons to keep the property safe and took the appropriate steps to reduce the chances of a slip-and-fall accident happening.
• The hotel breached its duty by failing to provide warnings to guests, not addressing hazards, and not keeping their property maintained.
• The hotel’s breach of duty caused the slip-and-fall accident and caused the victim to suffer injuries and damages.

When a claimant takes legal action against a hotel, the hotel’s insurance provider can expect to try to discredit their claim and dispute causation, fault, and damages. The insurance company will make it difficult for a claimant to prove the link between their harm and the hotel’s responsibility. However, a victim who has an attorney assisting them will have a knowledgeable legal advocate who knows what to expect and how to counter these defenses to fight for compensation.

When it comes to receiving compensation, there are several factors that will determine how much a claim is worth. Some of these include:

1. The severity of the injuries.
2. The type and extent of medical treatment needed.
3. The strength of the evidence used in a claim.
4. The degree of negligence on behalf of the hotel.
5. Florida’s comparative negligence laws.

Call Fulgencio Law Today

If you would like assistance with your hotel slip and fall injury claim, please call Fulgencio Law at (813) 463-0123 to schedule a free consultation with an attorney.