What qualifies as a premises liability claim in Florida?

A premises liability claim arises when a property owner's failure to maintain safe conditions causes injury to a visitor. Under Florida law, property owners owe a duty of care that varies by visitor status — invitees (customers, guests) are owed the highest duty. If a hazardous condition existed, the owner knew or should have known about it, and failed to fix or warn of it, you may have a valid claim.

How is fault proven in a Florida premises liability case?

Fault is proven by demonstrating that the property owner knew or should have known about the dangerous condition and failed to address it within a reasonable time. Evidence includes surveillance footage, incident reports, witness statements, maintenance logs, and expert testimony. Florida's modified comparative negligence law (HB 837, 2023) bars recovery if you are found more than 50% at fault.

What injuries are common in premises liability cases?

Common injuries include broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, torn ligaments, lacerations, and soft tissue injuries — often resulting from slip and falls, trip and falls, falling objects, inadequate lighting, or negligent security incidents.

What compensation can I recover in a Florida premises liability case?

You may recover economic damages (medical bills, lost wages, future care costs) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life). Florida's personal injury statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of injury under HB 837 (effective March 24, 2023), so acting quickly is critical to protecting your rights.

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Products Liability Lawyer in Orlando, FL

I Hold Manufacturers Accountable.

You trusted a product to be safe. When a manufacturer's defect or a dangerous design caused your injury, you deserve more than an apology — you deserve justice. The Cagle Law Firm fights for Orlando families harmed by defective and dangerous products.

Defective Medical
Devices & Implants

Dangerous Drugs
& Pharmeceuticals

Defective Vehicles
& Auto Parts

Unsafe Consumer
& Household Products

Dangerous Children's
Toys & Products

Defective Machinery
& Power Tools

Types of Product Liability Cases The Cagle Law Firm Handles

Products Liability Cases Require a Different Kind of Fight.

These cases pit injured consumers against manufacturers with deep resources and experienced legal teams. The Cagle Law Firm levels that playing field — preserving evidence, retaining experts, and pursuing every party in the supply chain on your behalf.

Evidence preservation. Defective products get repaired, recalled, or destroyed. I move quickly to secure the product, documentation, and any relevant records before they're gone.
Expert analysis. I retain engineers, safety specialists, and medical professionals who can establish exactly how and why the product failed — and what it cost you.
Full chain of liability. I identify every party responsible — manufacturer, distributor, retailer — and hold them all accountable, not just the most obvious target.
No fee unless I win. You take on no financial risk. My fees come only from the compensation I recover for you.

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When a corporation's product hurts someone, we make sure they don't also win the legal fight.

What Is Product Liability?

Products liability holds manufacturers, distributors, and sellers responsible when a defective product causes injury. Under Florida law, you don't need to prove the company was careless — only that the product was defective and caused your harm. Florida's statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of injury, with a 4-year statute of repose from delivery. These deadlines are strict.

Design defects make every unit of a product dangerous, regardless of how carefully it was built.
Manufacturing defects occur when a production error makes a specific unit unsafe despite a sound design.
Failure to warn means inadequate safety warnings or labeling left you unaware of a real risk.
To win your claim we prove the product was defective, the defect existed when it left the manufacturer, and it caused your injuries.

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In Florida, you don't have to prove negligence — only that the product was defective and hurt you.

Holding the Entire Supply Chain Responsible

When an unsafe product reaches your hands, responsibility rarely stops at one company. Florida law allows injury victims to pursue every party in the product's chain of distribution.

Manufacturers bear primary responsibility for defects — including overseas companies whose products reach Florida markets.
Distributors and wholesalers can also be held liable when they transported or warehoused a product they knew, or should have known, was dangerous.
Retailers and online sellers are not off the hook — Florida's strict liability framework extends to anyone who placed the product in your hands.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a defective product under Florida law?

Under Florida law, a product is considered defective if it has a design defect (the design itself is unreasonably dangerous), a manufacturing defect (an error during production makes an individual unit dangerous), or a failure to warn (inadequate instructions or safety warnings). If any of these defects caused your injury, you may have a valid products liability claim.

Who can be held liable for a defective product in Florida?

In Florida, liability can extend to anyone in the product's chain of distribution — including the original manufacturer, component parts makers, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers. Florida follows strict liability principles, meaning an injured party does not need to prove negligence; only that the product was defective and caused harm.

What types of injuries qualify for a products liability claim?

Any physical injury or illness caused by a defective product may qualify — including burns from faulty appliances, broken bones from collapsed furniture or equipment, medication side effects, injuries from defective vehicle components, and harm from dangerous children's toys or consumer goods. If a product caused your injury, speak with an attorney to evaluate your claim.

How long do I have to file a products liability lawsuit in Florida?

Florida imposes a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, including products liability cases. Additionally, a 4-year statute of repose applies, meaning claims generally must be brought within 4 years of the date the product was delivered, regardless of when the injury occurred. These deadlines are strict — contact The Cagle Law Firm as soon as possible to protect your rights.

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A Defective Product Changed Your Life.We're Ready to Fight.

You were harmed by something that was supposed to be safe. The Cagle Law Firm represents Orlando-area consumers who have been injured by dangerous and defective products. There is no cost to speak with me, and no attorney's fees unless I win.