Hurt at HomeGoods in Cape Coral? What You Need to Know About Slip, Trip & Parking Lot Fall Claims

If you or someone you love was hurt in a fall at a HomeGoods store or its parking lot near Cape Coral, you may be entitled to compensation. The premises liability lawyers at Wolfson & Leon help victims hold negligent property owners accountable. Call 239-471-0714 today for your free consultation.

A fall inside a store or in its parking lot may seem minor at first, but when injuries start adding up, so do the medical bills, lost wages, and stress. Whether you slipped on a wet floor inside HomeGoods or tripped on cracked pavement in the parking lot, you might recover compensation for the damage you've suffered under Florida's premises liability laws.

At Wolfson & Leon, we’ve been helping injured victims throughout Florida since 1963. From our Cape Coral office, our personal injury attorneys work quickly to investigate accidents, gather evidence, and fight to get the compensation our clients deserve. If you or a loved one was injured in or around a HomeGoods store, call us today at 239-471-0714 for a free consultation.

In Florida, stores like HomeGoods have a legal responsibility to keep their property safe. This includes maintaining floors, sidewalks, parking lots, entrances, and even checkout zones.

Under Florida Statute 768.0755, stores must prevent or promptly fix dangerous conditions. That includes:

• Cleaning up spills or wet entry mats
• Fixing broken curbs or sidewalks
• Repairing potholes or uneven parking lot surfaces
• Securing merchandise displays
• Providing proper lighting, especially outside

If a store knew (or should have known) about a hazard and failed to fix it or warn customers, it can be held liable for injuries.

You don’t have to be inside a HomeGoods to get hurt. Many fall injuries happen just outside the store, especially in high-traffic areas like:

• Parking lots - Potholes, oil slicks, poor lighting, and unmarked hazards
• Sidewalks and entrances - Cracked pavement, pooled water, or slippery mats
• Checkout zones - Spilled drinks, floor polish, or damaged tiles
• Restrooms - Leaking water, missing signs, or broken fixtures
• Aisles and display areas - Items left in the walkway, unstable furniture, or merchandise displays that fall

• 2301 Del Prado, South, Cape Coral, FL 33990
• 7191-1 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907
• 10004 Gulf Center Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33913
• 42080 Cypress Parkway #8, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
• 27251 Bay Landing Drive, Bonita Springs, FL 34135

If you were hurt at one of these stores, don’t wait. You should move quickly by taking photos, reporting the incident, and contacting a HomeGoods injury lawyer in Cape Coral.

Even a short fall on hard pavement can cause major damage. At Wolfson & Leon, we've seen clients suffer:

• Broken bones - Often hips, wrists, or ankles
• Head trauma - Including concussions and TBIs
• Spinal injuries - Herniated discs, fractures, or chronic back pain
• Soft tissue injuries - Like sprains, tears, or muscle damage
• Lacerations or punctures - From displays, shattered glass, or broken surfaces

Older adults are especially vulnerable. According to the CDC:

• Over 3 million seniors visit the ER for falls each year
• 1 million are hospitalized annually for fall-related injuries
• 1 in 4 adults over 65 reports falling each year

At first glance, it may seem obvious that the store was at fault – especially if you’re badly hurt. But in reality, these cases can be more complicated and often involve:

Florida law allows the defense to argue that you were partly to blame (you were distracted, wearing unsafe footwear, or walking in a restricted area). If a court finds you partly responsible, any awarded compensation could be reduced by your percentage of fault. But if you're found to be 51% or more at fault, you may be completely barred from recovering any damages.

You must prove the store knew about the danger or should have known. That often means securing:

• Surveillance footage
• Maintenance logs
• Witness statements
• On-site photos and videos

Without fast action, this evidence can disappear - making your case harder to prove.

If your injury happened outside the store - such as in the parking lot, sidewalk, or entrance walkway - HomeGoods may not be the only party at fault. Depending on who owns or maintains the area, other liable parties might include:

• The property owner or landlord
• A property management company
• An outside maintenance or landscaping vendor
• The construction company that performed recent repairs

We investigate your claim to identify all responsible parties. Holding the right parties accountable can make a major difference in the outcome of your case.

We immediately start investigating to preserve the facts. Our legal team handles negotiations with insurers and builds a strong case, so you can focus on healing.

Learn more about Premises Liability Law in Florida

Under premises liability law in Florida, you get two years from the date of injury to file a lawsuit.

• Florida Statute 768.0755 governs these cases
• You must prove actual or constructive knowledge of the hazard
• If you miss the deadline, you could lose your right to recover compensation

If you slipped, tripped, or fell at HomeGoods - inside the store or in its parking lot - don't wait. At Wolfson & Leon, we've been helping injured clients for over 60 years. We fight to secure the best possible compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and your pain.

No fees unless we win. Call 239-471-0714 today for a free consultation.