If unsafe conditions at a HomeGoods store in Fort Myers caused you to get injured, you may have the right to recover money for hospital bills, time missed from work, and the hardship you've endured. The premises liability attorneys at Wolfson & Leon help victims hold negligent property owners and retailers accountable for their actions.
Badly Hurt at HomeGoods In Fort Myers?HomeGoods is a favorite destination for affordable furniture and home décor, but accidents in these busy retail stores can cause serious injuries. Spilled liquids, cluttered aisles, or poor lighting can turn a quick shopping trip into a painful, costly ordeal.
At Wolfson & Leon, our Fort Myers personal injury attorneys have spent decades helping victims recover compensation after being hurt in premises liability and slip-and-fall accidents. We’ve successfully represented clients against major retailers and property owners throughout Southwest Florida.
If you or a loved one was injured in a HomeGoods store, contact us today at (239) 777-9954 or schedule an appointment to visit our Fort Myers office for a free consultation.
Premises Liability in a HomeGoods AccidentUnder premises liability law, retail stores and other property owners may be accountable if someone gets hurt because unsafe conditions were not fixed or they weren't adequately warned about the danger. In Florida, stores like HomeGoods must:
When a store fails to meet these duties and an injury occurs, the store may be held legally liable for negligence. In Florida, store owners and operators must address hazards they know about or should notice through routine care. If they fail to act and someone gets hurt, they may be liable for negligence.
To learn more about these claims, visit our Premises Liability page or our dedicated Slip and Fall page.
Common HomeGoods Store Locations and Accident CausesHomeGoods stores are filled with furniture, rugs, lamps, glassware, and décor—creating several opportunities for hazards if employees don't maintain the premises properly.
You can find a HomeGoods store in and around Fort Myers and its surrounding cities, including:
Common accident sites and causes include:
In Fort Myers, stores near shopping centers or high-traffic areas, such as Gulf Coast Town Center or Cypress Lake Shopping Center, must take extra precautions to prevent slip-and-fall accidents due to heavy foot traffic and humid conditions.
Common Injuries in HomeGoods Store AccidentsEven a simple fall can result in painful, long-term injuries. Victims of HomeGoods store accidents often suffer:
Elderly shoppers are particularly vulnerable. According to the CDC, one out of every five falls leads to severe injury, such as a fracture or head trauma. If an older adult is injured in a HomeGoods accident, their recovery may require surgery, rehabilitation, and ongoing care. These costs can quickly add up.
Learn more about these conditions on our Head or Brain Injury page.
Legal Challenges & Why You Need a LawyerPremises liability claims can be complex. Large retailers, such as HomeGoods (part of the TJX Companies), have corporate legal teams and insurance adjusters trained to minimize payouts. A knowledgeable Fort Myers slip and fall attorney can guide you through your case and help safeguard what you're entitled to under the law.
Key Challenges Include:Comparative Negligence: Florida’s comparative-fault system allows insurers to reduce compensation if they claim you were partly responsible (for example, if you weren’t watching where you were walking or ignored posted signs.)
Proof of Notice: Under Florida Statute § 768.0755, victims must show that the business had actual or constructive knowledge of a dangerous condition. Constructive knowledge can be established if the hazard existed long enough that employees should have discovered it, or if the condition happened regularly and was foreseeable.
Evidence Preservation: Surveillance footage, cleaning logs, and witness statements are often crucial, but stores don’t have to keep this evidence for long. A lawyer from Wolfson & Leon will act quickly to preserve it.
Negotiation and Litigation: Insurance companies frequently offer low settlements. Our attorneys investigate the scene, gather medical evidence, and negotiate assertively to pursue the maximum compensation possible.
Florida Premises Liability LawsFlorida law protects victims injured due to unsafe property conditions. The key statute governing these claims is Florida Statute § 768.0755, which applies to “transitory foreign substance” cases in business establishments such as HomeGoods.
Under this law, you must prove that the business knew or should have known about the dangerous conditions that caused your injury.
Additionally, Florida’s two-year statute of limitations (F.S. § 95.11) establishes a strict deadline for filing personal injury lawsuits. If you miss this timeline, your case may be dismissed entirely, no matter how strong your evidence is. That's why it's critical to contact an attorney immediately after an accident.
For practical next steps, refer to What to Do After an Accident.
Frequently Asked QuestionsReport the incident to the store's manager or employee in charge, take photos of the area, and request a copy of the incident report. Get medical care right away and contact a lawyer before speaking with the insurance company.
Liability may include the HomeGoods store, its corporate parent (TJX Companies), the property owner, and maintenance or cleaning contractors responsible for the premises.
Florida's comparative-negligence rule allows partial recovery even if you share fault. An attorney can gather evidence showing the store's negligence was the leading cause.
Florida recently changed the time limit for filing slip-and-fall lawsuits. For most current cases, you have two years from the date of the accident to take legal action. If your injury happened before March 24, 2023, you may still fall under the four-year rule. Because missing the deadline could end your case before it begins, getting legal advice early is one of the most important steps you can take.
It depends on the severity of your injuries, lost wages, medical expenses, and the store's degree of fault. Wolfson & Leon offers free consultations to evaluate your potential recovery.
If you or someone you love was hurt in a HomeGoods store in Fort Myers, you don't have to face the recovery process alone. Wolfson & Leon's legal team works to help you recover compensation for your medical treatment, missed wages, and the stress and suffering caused by the accident.
Call (239) 777-9954 today for your free, no-obligation case review, or just visit our Contact Page to get started. Your recovery begins with one call, and Wolfson & Leon will stand by you every step of the way.