INJURIES IN COMMON AREAS OF CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION AND HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT INJURIES IN COMMON AREAS OF CONDO AND HOA PROPERTIES

Murray Law Group specializes in handling cases involving injuries that occur in common areas within condominium associations and homeowner’s associations. These organizations have an obligation to keep association-owned property safe and to repair conditions that may cause harm or injuries to others.

ARE ASSOCIATIONS LIABLE FOR INJURIES?

Associations must provide a safe environment for anyone living or visiting their property. If someone is injured due to negligence on the association's part, Murray Law Group will work to hold the association accountable for compensating the victim for their damages, including pain and suffering, lost wages, medical expenses, and other economic and non-economic damages.

In Florida, Chapter 718 (Condominium Associations) and Chapter 720 (Homeowner Associations) mandate that associations maintain their common elements. The declaration, which is part of the association’s governing documents, outlines the boundaries of individual units and typically defines the common elements.

CAN MURRAY LAW HELP?

Neglect or deterioration in these areas can lead to dangerous conditions and personal injury. If you're injured in a common area, the association could be liable for compensation. Our legal team at Murray Law Group will investigate your case and gather evidence to prove:

• Control over the accident site by the association
• The association’s knowledge of the hazard & condition causing your injury
• Negligence on the part of the association in failing to protect you from the hazardous condition

Owning or renting within the condominium or community does not prevent you from seeking damages for your injury. Associations often rely on outside management companies to maintain common areas, but they can't shift blame to these parties. Our team will work to demonstrate that the condition causing your injury was dangerous or defective, and that the association bears responsibility for maintaining the area.