$130,000 Recovery: Loose Tile on Apartment Stairs in Coral Springs

A loose tile on a staircase at an apartment complex sounds like a minor maintenance issue. For our client, it was anything but.

Our client was a resident of an apartment complex in Coral Springs, Florida. While using a common staircase in the building, she caught her foot on a loose tile and fell — suffering a serious lower back injury that required medical treatment and affected her ability to work and go about her daily life.

The apartment complex's insurer disputed liability. We filed suit and ultimately recovered $130,000 for our client.

Florida Law and Landlord Responsibility

Under Florida law, property owners and landlords have a legal duty to maintain their premises in a reasonably safe condition for tenants, guests, and invitees. This includes common areas like stairways, hallways, parking lots, and pool decks. When a hazardous condition exists — like a loose tile on a staircase — and the landlord knew or should have known about it, they can be held liable for injuries that result.

In this case, we were able to demonstrate that the defective condition had existed long enough that the property management team should have discovered and repaired it through routine inspections. Failure to maintain a simple staircase is the kind of negligence that Florida law is designed to address.

Why Location Matters: Coral Springs Premises Liability

Coral Springs is one of the most densely populated cities in Broward County, with thousands of apartment complexes, shopping centers, and commercial properties. Our firm is right here in Coral Springs — we know this community, we know these properties, and we know how to hold negligent landlords and property owners accountable.

If you live in Coral Springs, Parkland, Coconut Creek, or anywhere in Broward County and you've been hurt on someone else's property, call us. We handle premises liability cases on a contingency fee — no fees unless we win.

What to Do After a Trip and Fall Injury

If you've been injured in a trip and fall accident, take these steps immediately: report the incident to the property manager in writing, photograph the hazard before it is repaired, seek medical attention, and contact an attorney before giving any statement to an insurance adjuster. The sooner you act, the stronger your case.