If I Was Injured Due to a Broken Piece of Concrete, Can I Sue the City?
Slip and fall accidents are a common occurrence in many American cities, and the state of Florida is no exception. These accidents are caused mainly by potholes, broken pieces of concrete, uneven sidewalks, and damaged ramps. According to a survey conducted by the United States Department of Transportation on 7,500 victims, nearly a quarter of the respondents said they had tripped on damaged or uneven sidewalks. Considering how common these accidents are, you might be wondering what legal options you can pursue if you are seriously injured in one. According to the law, slip and fall accidents in public spaces can be prosecuted legally as liability claims. Examples of liability claims include injuries from tripping on cracked concrete and uneven sidewalks, slipping on wet or slippery floors in supermarkets, or tripping and falling [...]