Homeowners’ associations are incredibly common in Florida. In fact, around 45% of homes in the state are part of an association. These associations are responsible for maintaining common areas, providing amenities like swimming pools and playgrounds, and ensuring that homeowners comply with deed restrictions and requirements.
Since HOAs are responsible for shared spaces, they can also be held legally liable when something goes wrong. Premises liability laws determine when HOAs can be held accountable for damages, and victims hurt in HOA neighborhoods need to understand how these rules work.
Diaco Law can help. Our experienced premises liability attorneys in Tampa have represented many people injured on association property in neighborhoods throughout the Tampa area, and we can put our knowledge of these complex cases to work on your claim. To find out more about how our HOA premises liability lawyers can fight for you, give us a call today.
Common Accidents on HOA Property
Many different kinds of accidents can happen on HOA property, but some incidents are more common than others. Some of the most frequent types of accidents include:
- Swimming pool accidents, including drowning incidents in pools where entry isn’t controlled
- Illnesses and respiratory issues due to exposure to swimming pool or landscaping chemicals that are not properly stored or applied
- Trips and falls due to poor lighting, uneven flooring surfaces, wet floors, broken railings, or similar issues in common areas
- Infections, including Legionnaires’ disease, as a result of failure to maintain a clean swimming pool
- Injuries due to unsafe playground equipment
- Acts of violence due to negligent security
Diaco Law can help in these and other situations where the HOA is negligent or fails to fulfill its obligations in a way that creates unsafe conditions.
How can an HOA Premises Liability Attorney help you?
An HOA can be held responsible if you can prove that they had an obligation to you that they fell short of fulfilling. You will also need to show that their failures were the direct cause of your damages.
Diaco Law will be there to help you navigate the claim process so you can maximize your chances of a successful outcome. Our firm can:
- Help you to gather evidence, including maintenance records, security camera footage, medical records, and witness statements.
- Work with you to identify all potential defendants, including the HOA and others who may have had an obligation to you to protect your safety
- Assist you in proving the extent of losses, including medical bills, pain and suffering, and emotional distress, so you can maximize the compensation you’re able to collect
- Negotiate with the HOA’s insurer to try to resolve your claim outside of court, or go to court on your behalf when the insurer fails to provide you with a fair offer of compensation that covers the losses you endured
Through it all, we offer compassionate advocacy, which means we are there to answer your questions and provide the support that you need. We keep you updated on your case, listen to your concerns, and work with you to define your goals and understand your rights.
Contact Diaco Law Today
When an HOA puts you at risk, you deserve to be fully and fairly compensated for any harm they cause. At Diaco Law, our HOA premises liability lawyers are here and ready to fight for you, so give us a call or contact us online today to schedule a free consultation.