Premise liability

There are more than 21 million residents and tens of millions of visitors in Florida every year, making it one of the busiest states in the nation for tourism, retail, and business. In Miami-Dade County alone, shopping centers, hotels, apartment complexes, restaurants, and attractions see millions of people passing through annually. Unfortunately, not every property owner takes proper steps to ensure their premises are safe. When hazards are ignored or neglected, visitors can suffer serious injuries, from slip and fall accidents to assaults caused by negligent security.

The premises liability lawyers at Kaba Law Group, P.L.L.C. represent injury victims across Miami-Dade County who have been harmed due to unsafe property conditions. Whether your case involves a fall on a wet grocery store floor, inadequate lighting in a parking garage, or negligent security at a hotel, our team is committed to holding property owners accountable and recovering the compensation you deserve.

🚨 Common Causes of Premises Liability Accidents

Some of the most frequent hazards leading to claims in Florida include:

Slip and fall accidents due to wet floors, spills, or uneven surfaces
Tripping hazards from loose rugs, broken flooring, or debris
Poor maintenance, such as broken stairs, railings, or elevators
Inadequate lighting in hallways, stairwells, and parking lots
Negligent security leading to assaults, robberies, or attacks
Swimming pool accidents due to a lack of supervision or safety barriers
Dog bites or animal attacks on a property

Florida Premises Liability Law

Under Florida law, property owners, landlords, and businesses have a legal duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition and to warn visitors about any hidden dangers. The level of duty depends on the type of visitor:

Invitees (customers, tenants, guests)—owed the highest duty of care; owners must inspect, repair, and warn of hazards.
Licensees (social guests)—must be warned of known dangers not easily discoverable.
Trespassers – generally owed the lowest duty, but owners cannot intentionally cause harm.
Children (attractive nuisance doctrine)—special protections apply if dangerous property features (such as swimming pools or construction sites) attract children.

🏥 Injuries Commonly Seen in Premises Liability Cases

Broken bones and fractures
Head and traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
Cuts, lacerations, and scarring
Emotional trauma after assaults or violent attacks
Wrongful death in the most severe cases

📑 The Elements of Proof in Premises Liability Cases

To succeed in a claim, you must prove:

Duty of Care—The property owner had a duty to maintain safe conditions.
Breach of Duty—The owner failed to repair, inspect, or warn about a dangerous condition.
Causation—The hazard directly caused your accident and injuries.
Damages—You suffered actual harm, such as medical bills, lost wages, or pain and suffering.

🔍 Necessary Evidence in Premises Liability Cases

Incident reports from the business or property
Surveillance video or photographs of the hazard
Eyewitness testimony
Maintenance logs and cleaning records
Expert witness reports (e.g., safety engineers)
Medical records documenting your injuries

🔄 Comparative Negligence in Florida Premises Liability

Florida follows a comparative negligence rule, meaning even if you are partly responsible for your injuries (e.g., not watching where you were walking), you can still recover damages. However, your compensation will be reduced by the percentage of fault assigned to you. For example, if you are found 20% at fault, your recovery will be reduced by 20%.

💼 Compensation Available

Victims of premises liability accidents in Florida may recover damages for:

Medical expenses (past and future)
Lost income and reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress and mental anguish
Wrongful death damages for surviving family members

💼 We Are Here to Help With Your Premises Liability Case

At Kaba Law Group, P.L.L.C., our lawyers have the professional skills, legal knowledge, and courtroom experience necessary to handle complex premises liability cases. We fight to hold negligent property owners accountable and to secure the maximum compensation possible for our clients.

📞 If you or a loved one has been injured on unsafe property in Miami-Dade County, call 305-245-9990 or contact us online today to schedule a free, confidential consultation with our premises liability attorneys.