Publix stores rely heavily on refrigeration systems and plumbing to maintain food freshness and ensure smooth operations. But when pipes leak or refrigeration units drip, the water doesn’t just create an inconvenience; it becomes a serious slip and fall hazard which can lead to devastating injuries.
A trip to the grocery store shouldn’t end in a trip to the emergency room, but for some Publix shoppers, that’s exactly what happens due to preventable maintenance failures. While Publix is known for its friendly atmosphere and clean appearance, accidents can still happen when routine maintenance is neglected. These failures create...
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Trip and fall accidents on sidewalks can cause serious injuries, from sprained ankles and broken wrists to head trauma. But when a fall happens outside of a Publix, determining who’s responsible for your injuries isn’t always straightforward. Was it the store’s fault, or does the city hold the blame?
With South Florida’s turbulent weather, potholes often form due to erosion. While we typically expect to see them on busy roads, it’s easy to forget that potholes are also common in heavily used parking lots, like those at Publix. If you tripped and fell in a Publix parking lot due to...
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Publix may be known for its friendly staff and clean stores, but like any retail location, it isn’t immune to clutter. From stockroom items to scattered produce, a messy floor can lead to more than inconvenience. It can lead to serious injury.
If you tripped over debris or...
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A trip to Publix should be simple. You grab a cart, pick your groceries, and head home. But for some, it ends in an unexpected injury due to a trip and fall accident. These incidents are more common than most people realize, and they can result in serious medical complications, lost...
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Florida is no stranger to sudden downpours and daily showers, especially during the summer months. But what most people don’t expect is for a rainy day to cause an injury while shopping at Publix. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happens when wet floors from rainwater lead to slip and fall accidents.
Wet floors are a common sight in grocery stores like Publix, but when they’re not handled properly, they can lead to serious injuries. Whether a floor has just been mopped or a customer spilled a drink or food item, Publix has a legal duty to keep its shoppers safe.
Publix shoppers in Florida are used to grabbing milk, frozen dinners, and other cold items from refrigerated and freezer sections. But what many don’t realize is that these areas can be surprisingly hazardous. When condensation builds up and leaks onto the floor, it can create a nearly invisible danger that results in...
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Grocery shopping is part of everyday life for Floridians, but when a quick stop at Publix ends with a serious fall, that routine errand can become a painful and expensive ordeal. One of the most common causes of injuries in supermarkets like Publix? Wet floors.
At VCM Law Group,...
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