Premises Liability
Florida Premises Liability Attorneys — Protecting the Injured Across the Sunshine State
If you were injured on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions, you may be entitled to compensation under Florida premises liability law. At Tarnovsky-Lopez, our experienced premises liability lawyers in Florida are dedicated to holding negligent property owners accountable and helping victims recover physically, emotionally, and financially.
From slip and fall accidents to negligent security, we’ve helped countless clients pursue justice and compensation for injuries caused by hazardous property conditions.
What Is Premises Liability?
Premises liability refers to a property owner’s legal responsibility to keep their property reasonably safe for guests and visitors. If the owner or occupier fails to fix, warn of, or prevent a dangerous condition — and that condition causes injury — they may be liable for damages.
Common premises liability cases in Florida include:
- – Slip and fall accidents in stores, restaurants, or hotels
- – Trip and fall incidents due to uneven walkways or loose flooring
- – Inadequate lighting in stairwells or hallways
- – Dog bites and animal attacks
- – Swimming pool accidents
- – Elevator and escalator injuries
- – Negligent security leading to assault or robbery
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Your Legal Rights Under Florida Law
Florida law distinguishes between invitees, licensees, and trespassers, with varying duties of care depending on your legal status while on the property.
- – Business Invitees (e.g., customers): Owed the highest duty of care
- – Licensees (e.g., social guests): Must be warned of known dangers
- – Trespassers: Generally owed minimal duty, except in special cases (e.g., children under the attractive nuisance doctrine)
Our attorneys will determine your legal status and build a case proving that the property owner failed to meet their duty of care.
Why Choose Tarnovsky-Lopez to represent you?
- – Proven Track Record: Millions recovered for injury victims
- – Thorough Investigations: We gather evidence like surveillance footage, maintenance records, and witness statements
- – No Upfront Fees: You pay nothing unless we win your case
- – Statewide Representation: Serving Boca Raton, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, and beyond
Our Lawyers Provide Personalized Attention & Powerful Advocacy
Alex Lopez, Esq
Partner & Attorney at Law
Irina Tarnovsky, Esq
Partner & Attorney at Law
Harry Kaklamanakis, Esq
Associate Attorney at Law
Alex Lopez, Esq
Partner & Attorney at Law
Alex Lopez, Esq is a skilled civil litigator specializing in handling property insurance claims throughout the state of Florida. After graduating law school, he spent 3 years working at one of the top civil litigation law firms in the country. As a former attorney who represented and defended some of the largest insurance companies in the state, Alex Lopez, Esq., was able to gain inside knowledge as to the ins and outs of litigating insurance claims. He now dedicates a 100 percent of his practice to helping homeowners and business owners recover adequate compensation under their insurance policies.
Irina Tarnovsky, Esq
Partner & Attorney at Law
Irina Tarnovsky, Esq is a skilled civil litigator specializing in handling property insurance claims throughout the state of Florida. She gained extensive trial experience as an Assistant State Attorney at the Broward County State Attorney’s Office prosecuting crimes from Misdemeanors to violent Felonies with over 30 cases brought to verdict. As a former attorney who represented and defended major insurance companies and a partner at her last firm, Irina Tarnovsky, Esq. was able to gain inside knowledge as to the ins and outs of litigating insurance claims. She now dedicates a 100 percent of her practice to helping homeowners and business owners recover adequate compensation under their insurance policies.
Harry Kaklamanakis, Esq
Associate Attorney at Law
As a dedicated trial lawyer specializing in personal injury and first-party property cases, Harry Kaklamanakis Esq is passionate about advocating for those who have been wronged. His journey to the courtroom is deeply rooted in his heritage as a first-generation American, raised by a Greek father and a Greek-Bahamian mother. Growing up in a family of small business owners, he learned invaluable lessons about the power of hard work, and the importance of unwavering commitment to customer service. Harry’s Greek American heritage instilled in him a fervent sense of purpose and a belief in the principles of fairness and integrity. These values fuel his passion for the law and drive his relentless pursuit of justice for his clients. Harry began his legal career as a Public Defender in Palm Beach County, where he had the privilege of defending the rights of some of the most vulnerable members in his community. This experience reinforced his commitment to justice and deepened his understanding of the critical importance of protecting individual rights. It is also where he began to develop and hone his skills in the courtroom. After his tenure at the public defender’s office, Harry transitioned into civil litigation. For two and a half years, Harry served as lead trial counsel for the largest private property insurance company in Florida. During this time, he gained invaluable insight into the inner workings of the insurance industry, which has proven beneficial when representing his clients. Harry has spent thousands of hours in Florida courtrooms, skillfully advocating for his clients and navigating complex legal landscapes. To date, he holds over 32 jury trial verdicts, with the overwhelming majority favoring his clients. Each case he takes on is approached with the utmost dedication and strategic foresight, ensuring that his clients receive the justice, and compensation, they deserve. Harry’s commitment to excellence and his unwavering belief in doing what is right continue to guide him as he fights for his clients’ interests.
Serving the State of Florida.
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Florida Insurance Claims & Litigation Attorneys
- Property Insurance Claims
- Personal Injury
- Medical Malpractice
To win a premises liability claim in Florida, you must prove:
A dangerous condition existed on the property
The property owner knew or should have known about it
They failed to fix or warn of the danger
That failure directly caused your injury
The statute of limitations in Florida for premises liability claims is four years from the date of the injury. If the injury resulted in death, the time limit may be reduced to two years for a wrongful death claim.
Depending on your case, you may be entitled to:
Medical expenses (current and future)
Lost wages and reduced earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional distress
Disability or disfigurement
Under Florida’s modified comparative negligence rule (as of March 2023), you can still recover damages as long as you are less than 51% at fault. However, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault.
Yes. If your injury was caused by unsafe conditions the landlord or property manager failed to address — such as broken stairs, poor lighting, or security failures — you may have a valid claim.
Not necessarily. Florida law requires you to prove that the business knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to correct it in a reasonable amount of time. This is commonly referred to as constructive knowledge in slip and fall cases.
Take photos or videos of the scene
- Get medical attention immediately
- Report the incident to the property owner or manager
- Get contact info from witnesses
Speak with a Florida premises liability lawyer before dealing with insurance