FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries
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If I am hit by a motorized cart at a supermarket, are they liable?
The issue of a store’s liability for injuries depends on whether they caused the dangerous condition or knew of the dangerous condition and allowed the danger to remain or continue. There are cases where customers at supermarkets are knocked down […] -
I was struck by a baseball at a ballgame; can I sue?
When attending a major league baseball game, baseballs are frequently fouled off into the stands. It is also not uncommon for injuries to occur as a result of balls striking fans that are either inattentive or not able to react […] -
I slipped and fell at Publix and they offered to pay my medical bills. Should I let them pay?
Unfortunately, many people become injured at Publix due to dangerously slippery floors, negligent employees and other dangerous circumstances. Many times, a Publix manager will create an incident report regarding the injury. The manager will typically gather up the contact information […] -
I slipped and fell at Publix. What do I need to prove in order to show that they were negligent?
Publix is one of Florida’s most successful retailers. They are a favorite amongst most Floridians, with over 700 stores throughout the State. While most of Publix’s retail locations are clean and tidy, there are occasions where Publix employees are negligent […] -
If I slip and fall in a restaurant but the insurance company denies the claim, can I still collect money without filing a lawsuit?
In most slip and fall cases that occur in a restaurant if the insurance company denies liability for the claim typically the only other option you have is to file a lawsuit and let a jury decide if the restaurant […] -
I slipped and fell in Publix but I failed to notify the management, do I still have a case?
Answer: This question cannot be answered with a simple yes or no. The mere fact that someone slips and falls in a supermarket, leaves the store, and fails to report the fall to anyone does not take away a person’s […] -
My child was injured a trampoline center and I signed a waiver. Do I still have a case?
Many times parents bring their children to commercial amusements, such as trampoline jumping centers, gyms, and other activities involving physical risks. Usually the facility requires that a waiver of liability be signed by the parent. The waiver usually states that […] -
I slipped and fell on a wet floor at Publix. They are clearly negligent, right?
Many people slip and fall at grocery stores like Publix due to a wet floor. There are many reasons why a floor at one of these stores may be excessively slippery or dangerous. A liquid product may have leaked from […] -
I slipped, fell and got injured. Who will pay my medical bills?
Slip and falls are a common occurrence at Florida’s grocery chains like Publix, Winn Dixie, Whole Foods, Fresh Market, Wal-Mart and Target just to name a few. There are a number of causes as well. There may be a puddle […] -
The insurance company called after a slip and fall. What do I do?
There is really only one answer to this question. Call Dell & Schaefer. There is very little good that can come of an untrained victim speaking to a highly trained insurance investigator or adjuster. The odds are stacked highly against […]