Every day, people are injured on properties that should have been safe. Wet floors without warning signs. Broken stairs. Poor lighting. Uneven pavement. Inadequate security.
These aren't accidents, they're the result of property owners failing to meet their legal responsibilities.
Florida law requires property owners to maintain reasonably safe conditions and warn visitors about known hazards. When they don't, and someone gets hurt, they can be held liable for the resulting injuries.
Danielle Kushel handles premises liability cases throughout South Florida. As a former prosecutor with 80+ jury trials, she knows how to investigate these cases, prove negligence, and fight insurance companies who try to blame the victim.
Wet floors, spilled liquids, freshly mopped surfaces, icy conditions—any slippery hazard that causes a fall can lead to serious injury. Property owners must either fix these hazards or warn visitors about them.
Uneven surfaces, broken pavement, loose flooring, cluttered walkways, and unmarked elevation changes cause thousands of injuries every year. These hazards are often obvious to property owners—and should have been fixed.
Property owners must maintain their premises in safe condition. When they defer maintenance—letting stairs deteriorate, handrails loosen, elevators malfunction, or structures decay—they create dangerous conditions.
Poor lighting contributes to falls, assaults, and other injuries. Parking lots, stairwells, walkways, and common areas must be adequately lit. When darkness hides hazards or enables crime, property owners may be liable.
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Property owners in high-crime areas have a duty to provide reasonable security measures. When inadequate security—missing guards, broken locks, non-functioning cameras, poor lighting—contributes to an assault or crime on the property, the owner may share liability.
Pools require proper barriers, gates, supervision, and maintenance. When property owners fail to secure pools properly, drownings and near-drownings can occur—especially involving children.
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Homeowner associations are responsible for maintaining common areas: pools, clubhouses, sidewalks, parking areas, and grounds. When HOA negligence causes injuries, the association can be held liable.
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Retail stores and restaurants see heavy foot traffic. Spills, merchandise in aisles, damaged flooring, and overcrowded conditions create hazards. These businesses have a duty to inspect regularly and address dangers promptly.
The spill gets mopped up. The broken step gets repaired. The incident report vanishes. Premises liability evidence often disappears within hours or days of an accident. Immediate investigation is critical.
When millions are at stake, insurance companies deploy their best defense teams. They hire their own medical experts. They surveil injured victims. They challenge every diagnosis and every bill. You need an attorney who can match—and exceed—their resources and effort.
"You weren't paying attention." "The hazard was obvious." "You were wearing inappropriate shoes." Insurance companies have standard playbooks for denying premises liability claims. Danielle knows every play—and how to beat them.
Property owners claim they didn't know about the hazard. Proving they knew—or should have known—requires investigating maintenance schedules, inspection logs, employee testimony, and prior complaints.
Tell the property owner, manager, or employee what happened. Request that they document the incident in writing. Get a copy if possible.
Take photos of the hazard, the surrounding area, your injuries, and your clothing and shoes. Get contact information from any witnesses.
Even if you think you're okay, get checked out. Some injuries—especially head injuries—may not be immediately apparent. Medical records also document your injuries from the start.
The property owner's insurance company may call quickly, asking for a statement. Be careful—their goal is to minimize your claim. Consult an attorney before giving any recorded statement.
Premises liability cases require fast action to preserve evidence. Contact Danielle as soon as possible so she can begin investigating while evidence still exists.
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Premises liability claims require quick action to preserve evidence. If you've been injured due to a property owner's negligence, contact Danielle for a free consultation. She'll evaluate your situation and explain your options—no obligation.
Serving: Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, Wellington, Parkland, Coral Springs, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and throughout South Florida.
Every case begins with a conversation. Tell us what happened, and we'll let you know how we can help. No pressure, no obligation—just honest answers about your situation.
