Premises Liability

Under premises liability law, property owners (or occupiers) have a legal duty to maintain their property in a reasonably safe condition. If they fail to do so—and someone gets injured as a result—they may be held legally responsible.

Common Examples of Premises Liability Claims:

• Slip and fall accidents on wet floors, broken stairs, or icy sidewalks

• Trip hazards like exposed wiring, cracked pavement, or uneven flooring

• Poor lighting in hallways or stairwells

• Negligent security leading to assault or theft

• Swimming pool accidents (e.g., lack of fencing or supervision)

• Dog bites on the owner’s property

• Falling objects in stores or warehouses

To Succeed in a Florida Premises Liability Claim, You Must Prove:

1. Duty of care – The property owner had a legal obligation to keep the area safe.

2. Breach of duty – They failed to fix or warn about a dangerous condition.

3. Causation – That negligence directly caused your injury.

4. Damages – You suffered actual harm (e.g., medical bills, lost wages).

Florida-Specific Consideration:

Florida law considers your legal status on the property:

• Invitee (e.g., store customer) – highest duty of care

• Licensee (e.g., social guest) – moderate duty

• Trespasser – very limited duty (except for children under the “attractive nuisance” doctrine)

Learn More:

• Florida Bar Consumer Guide – Personal Injury

• Florida Statutes on Premises Liability

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