A fall can turn a normal Orlando errand into an injury that follows you home. You feel it when you stand up, step into the shower, or simply try to get some sleep.
If you need a slip and fall lawyer in Orlando, we can step in fast. The Schiller Kessler Group brings over three decades of experience handling injury cases across Florida, with real personal attention from day one.
You deserve an Orlando personal injury lawyer who asks real questions about your injuries, your schedule, and what you’re dealing with now. Give us a call today.
Places Where Falls Happen in Orlando and Orange County
Orlando brings constant foot traffic. That pace can leave hazards in public spaces that owners and managers should fix before someone gets hurt.
Fall incidents happen all over Central Florida, from tiny shops to big tourist spots. The location might be different, but the story stays the same. Somebody was aware of a danger and chose not to address it.
Common locations include:
- Grocery aisles: Leaks, crushed produce, cooler runoff, and slick cleaning products.
- Hotels and resorts: Wet entryways, slick pool decks, and hallway spills after housekeeping.
- Apartment communities: Broken stairs, uneven walkways, and poor lighting near entrances.
- Retail stores and plazas: Floor polish, loose mats, and clutter in walk paths.
- Garages and surface lots: Oil spots, puddles, and poor drainage near walk routes.
Details like a late-placed cone or a spill tracked across the floor can explain how a fall happened. We stay focused on what the scene looked like at that moment.
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Injuries We See After Orlando Falls
A slip and fall accident can hurt the body in surprising ways that people don’t notice right away. Many clients tell us they felt embarrassed more than hurt in the moment, then woke up the next day realizing something felt off when they stood, reached, or tried to move normally.
In our Orlando cases, injuries can include:
- Head injuries and head trauma can cause headaches, dizziness, light sensitivity, or trouble focusing.
- Traumatic brain injuries are tied to sudden impact with the floor or nearby fixtures.
- Spinal injuries involving discs, nerves, or the spinal cord can affect balance, strength, or sensation.
- Soft tissue injuries to the neck, shoulders, back, hips, or knees from direct impact to a hard floor.
- Wrist, ankle, or shoulder injuries from instinctively trying to break the fall.
Some injuries heal with rest. Others require ongoing medical treatment, follow-up imaging, or physical therapy. When pain lingers or movement changes, everyday tasks can start to feel heavier than they used to, especially without proper medical attention early on.
No matter what time of day it is, you can contact The Schiller Kessler Group to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.
Florida Law and What It Means for Orlando Fall Cases
Florida uses rules that treat slip-and-fall cases differently based on where and how the hazard formed. The law focuses on what the business or owner knew, and what they should have done about the risk.
In many store cases, Florida Statutes § 768.0755 addresses premises liability for a “transitory foreign substance” in a business establishment. The statute places the burden on the injured person to prove the business had actual or constructive knowledge of the dangerous condition and should have taken action to remedy it.
Florida also uses comparative fault rules. Florida Statutes § 768.81 states that a person found more than 50% at fault for their own harm cannot recover damages in a negligence action.
What Evidence Builds a Strong Case
Slip and fall cases arise from events as they happen. Understanding when the hazard appeared, how long it was there, and what happened afterward helps explain why someone was injured. Gathering evidence reveals whether the hazard existed long enough to alert someone or if it caused the accident.
Evidence we pursue includes:
- Surveillance footage: Video that shows the hazard, foot traffic, and staff response.
- Incident report: The document a manager creates after the fall.
- Inspection reports: Logs that show cleaning schedules, checks, and maintenance patterns.
- Witness statements: Accounts from people who saw the hazard or watched the fall happen.
- Medical records: Notes that connect your symptoms to the fall and track your recovery.
We gather the full picture from the scene and your health timeline, then we line them up in a way that makes sense to an adjuster, a defense lawyer, or a jury.
Steps to Take Right After a Fall in Orlando
A fall can make you second-guess your own memory. Simple actions can help you protect your health and preserve the truth of what happened.
Immediate steps to take after a slip and fall include:
- Get checked: Seek medical attention, even if symptoms feel mild at first.
- Report the fall: Ask staff to document the incident and give you the name of the person who took the report.
- Photograph details: Capture the floor, lighting, footwear, signage, and any visible hazard.
- Identify witnesses: Get names and contact details from anyone who saw the hazard or the fall.
- Save what matters: Keep shoes and clothing in the same condition, and write down what you remember that day.
Prompt medical care also helps your doctors connect your symptoms to the incident. If you end up in an emergency room, follow through with recommended care and keep track of medical treatment and medical expenses as they stack up.
How We Handle Insurers and Defense Pushback in Orlando
Insurers are known to reach out after a fall even before pain eases or medical details are gathered. These early talks might take place while symptoms are still shifting and treatment plans are unclear.
We step in early to protect the flow of information. We manage calls, request documents, and handle the injury claim process with a focus on clarity and proof.
We also see tactics driven by insurance defense and strict reading of insurance law, especially when the insurer tries to argue that a hazard appeared “out of nowhere.” We push back with facts, timelines, and documentation that tell the real story.
Who May Hold Responsibility After an Orlando Fall
The people managing the space, setting the schedule, and making repair decisions carry the responsibility. This group might involve several parties, even if one name appears on the sign outside.
Property hazards can come from:
- Property owners: People or companies that controlled upkeep and safety planning.
- Maintenance vendors: Contractors who handled repairs, cleaning, or flooring work.
- On–site management: Teams who responded to complaints and set inspection routines.
- Security and operations staff: Groups that controlled security measures and traffic flow in shared areas.
- Repair failures: Issues like damaged handrails, loose mats, broken lighting, and cracked surfaces.
We also see unusual hazards in Orlando spaces, like water around ice displays or ice or snow accumulation near temporary attractions. We track the source, then we track who had the power to fix it.
What Your Orlando Fall Case May Cover
A fall can drain your finances in quiet, constant ways. You pay for care, miss work, and spend more money just to function the way you used to.
We pursue damages that match your real losses, which may include:
- Medical costs: Medical bills, follow-up visits, imaging, therapy, and medications.
- Income loss: Lost wages from missed shifts, plus future limits on earning ability.
- Daily impact: Help at home, transportation to appointments, and out-of-pocket needs.
- Human harm: Pain and suffering tied to physical limits and disruption.
- Long–term loss: emotional trauma, disability, and life changes after catastrophic injuries.
- Family loss: A fatal fall can lead to a wrongful death claim in the right case.
We also consider property damage, such as a broken phone or other personal items damaged during the fall, along with wages lost while you recover.
Orlando Deadlines and the Two-Year Negligence Clock
Time plays a real role in slip and fall cases because the scene does not stay the same for long. Video systems overwrite footage, floors get cleaned, and staff move on once an incident gets reported. Witnesses also disperse, which makes early documentation important.
Florida Statutes § 95.11(5)(a) sets a two–year deadline for negligence claims in Florida, including many slip and fall cases. The deadline sets a time limit for filing a lawsuit and also affects how much evidence remains available as the case progresses.
We also watch other timing issues that shape these cases. Public property reports follow their own rules, surveillance footage requires prompt preservation requests, and businesses rotate cleaning and inspection records quickly. Acting sooner helps us secure proof while it still reflects the conditions that caused the fall.
Questions We Hear From Orlando Families
After a fall, people usually have the same worries and the same doubts. We hear these questions every week from families across Orlando.
What if the Business Says it Put Up Cones or Warning Signs?
It’s common for a business to point to signage after a fall. We examine the sign’s location, its timing of appearance, and whether it gave a warning to anyone prior to the fall.
We look for proof that the business took reasonable steps, not symbolic steps. We compare what the staff claims to what the scene, witnesses, and video show.
If a sign sat far from the hazard or a spill spread past the sign, we highlight that gap. We build the claim around the business’s response to the hazard, or lack thereof.
Do I Need Proof That Someone Complained Before I Fell?
You can still have a strong case without a prior complaint. Many hazards leave a trail, like tracked liquid, scuff marks, repeated leaks, or staff routines that show how long a condition has sat in place.
We pay attention to conditions that repeat themselves. Things like ongoing leaks, a slippery entryway, or drainage problems can all support constructive knowledge under Florida law.
What if I Fell at an Apartment Community or a Friend’s Place?
Falls outside of retail stores still cause serious injuries. Apartment stairs, shared walkways, and poorly lit paths create risk when repairs get delayed or never happen. These situations come up a lot in residential and mixed-use properties across Orlando.
In these cases, the focus turns to how upkeep actually worked day to day and whether earlier concerns ever led to repairs or changes on the property.
How Does a Lawyer Actually Help in a Fall Case?
A lawyer helps by taking control of the parts of a fall case that can quietly work against you. We step in to collect records, request video, and manage conversations with insurers so details do not get lost or reshaped before the picture is clear.
Problems can start when people feel pressured to explain things too early. An Orlando slip and fall attorney keeps attention on the injury and the facts behind it.
What Working With The Schiller Kessler Group Looks Like
We built our practice around access and preparation. We meet clients at home, in the office, or at the hospital, and we handle cases on a contingency basis, so there are no upfront fees. That setup allows people to focus on recovery while we focus on the case.
Our attorneys take a hands-on approach to investigating slip and fall claims. We review property conditions, timelines, and records, and we bring in outside insight when needed to understand how a hazard stayed in place. That preparation shapes every step that follows.
Our team brings a wide range of legal experience to each case. We include board-certified trial attorneys, federally admitted lawyers, certified mediators, and former insurance defense attorneys. That background helps us anticipate insurer tactics and advocate with clarity and consistency.
Talk With an Orlando Slip and Fall Attorney Today
A fall can leave you sore, frustrated, and confused about who to trust for clear answers. We explain everything step by step with open talks about your case and what to expect moving forward.
At The Schiller Kessler Group, we bring decades of experience helping people after serious falls across Florida. We take the time to understand how the injury affected your day-to-day life and what you need moving forward.
Our team has helped more than 30,000 injury victims across Florida and recovered over $250 million for our clients. Talk with an Orlando slip and fall attorney today and get clear guidance on your next steps.
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