August 2, 2023 | Legal Alerts

Current Florida Law Regarding the Liability of Commercial Property Owners

Commercial property owners face a number of potential lawsuit risks from the nature of their business. Shoppers, visitors, vendors, and residents visit malls, amusement parks, manufacturing shops, and other establishments throughout the day and night. Accidents such as slip-and-falls can occur frequently.

Keeping properties safe and well-maintained can go a long way to heading off these legal actions, but it’s wise to stay aware of current legislation. Owners need to understand the types of access individuals may have to the property, recent changes to the law, and ways to protect their businesses against lawsuits. Knowing more about potential liability issues helps you avoid expensive and time-consuming claims.

June 29, 2023 | Verdicts and Settlements

Summary Judgment Secured in Slip and Fall Case

Jeffrey Rubin, a partner in the firm’s West Palm Beach office, recently prevailed on a motion for final summary judgment in a slip and fall case in Volusia County, Florida. The Court found that our client, a painting contractor, did not owe the Plaintiff a duty of care. The court also determined that our client did not proximately cause the Plaintiff’s alleged damages, injuries or losses.

June 12, 2023 | Legal Alerts

What Every Business Should Know About Errors and Omissions Insurance

Errors and omissions insurance is another name for professional liability insurance. If your company provides professional services, you could be at risk when a customer is unsatisfied with the services they received from you or your company. Your errors and omissions insurance would protect you against claims of negligence, mistakes, and inadequate work. This is crucial coverage. Otherwise, a single lawsuit could bankrupt your business and force it to close. For that reason, many business owners view E&O insurance as insurance they cannot afford to be without. In fact, companies should err on the side of caution if they are in doubt about whether they need this type of insurance.