Vacation Rental Liability & Airbnb Accident Lawyer Fort Lauderdale
Millions Recovered for Injured Clients.
Short-term rentals should be relaxing not dangerous. If you were hurt at an Airbnb, Vrbo, or other vacation rental due to unsafe conditions, missing safety devices, or negligent security, Inserra Law Firm investigates fast, preserves critical evidence, and fights for the maximum compensation you deserve.
Why Choose Inserra Law Firm for Your Airbnb/Vacation Rental Case?
These cases blend premises liability with unique short-term rental issues: ownership vs. host control, cleaning/turnover vendors, smart-lock access, and insurance layers (host policies, landlord policies, excess/umbrella).
- Rapid evidence preservation (CCTV, smart-lock logs, work orders, cleaning logs)
- Code/safety analysis (stairs/railings, pools, alarms, CO/smoke detectors) with expert support
- Trial-ready negotiation against owners, managers, and insurers
- Clear communication 24/7 · No fees unless we win
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Do You Need an Airbnb Liability Lawyer in Florida?
Platforms often point to the owner/host; owners blame cleaners or guests. We cut through the finger-pointing:
Understanding Vacation Rental Claims in Fort Lauderdale
Common Incidents We Handle
- Slip/trip & falls: wet floors, loose rugs, uneven pavers, broken tiles, clutter from turnover
- Stair/railing failures and balcony/deck collapses
- Pool/spa hazards: missing fencing/alarms, slippery decks, inadequate supervision/warnings
- Negligent security: forced entry due to faulty locks/gates, poor lighting, foreseeable crime
- Fire/CO exposure: missing/defective smoke or CO detectors, faulty wiring, appliances
- Defective furnishings/equipment: collapsing beds, chairs, bunk beds, grills, e-bikes/scooters
- Dog bites or dangerous animals on premises/common areas
Who Can Be Liable?
- Property owner/host (control over conditions, inspections, warnings)
- Property manager/co-host (operations, vendor oversight, guest communications)
- HOA/condo association (common areas, lighting, access)
- Security, cleaning, pool, and maintenance vendors (negligent service)
- Manufacturers/distributors (defective furniture/equipment/appliances)
Evidence That Moves the Needle
- Listing screenshots (amenities/safety promises), guest messaging, house rules, check-in/out instructions
- Smart-lock logs, camera footage (if any), incident reports, 911/police/fire records
- Work orders, vendor invoices, pool/cleaning logs, prior complaints and repairs
- Photos/measurements: riser heights, handrail dimensions, lighting (lux), warning signs, detector placement
- Medical records, imaging, therapy notes, work restrictions
Florida Law: Your Rights After a Rental Injury
Duty & “Notice”
Owners/hosts must keep the property reasonably safe and warn of non-obvious dangers they know or should know about. For transitory hazards (liquids, objects), we prove actual or constructive notice (time/patterns, logs, markings, weather).
Control & Common Areas
Liability is clearer in areas under the owner/host’s control (interior stairs, balconies, private pools). In common areas (condo/HOA), we evaluate control by the association/manager.
Comparative Negligence (51% Rule)
You can recover if you are less than 51% at fault; any assigned percentage reduces compensation but does not erase the owner/host’s duty.
What Is My Case Worth?
Damages You Can Recover
Value drivers: severity/permanence of injuries, proof of notice/control, code violations, need for surgery/therapy, work impact, and available insurance layers.
Common Injuries in Airbnb/Vacation Rental Cases
- Wrist/hip/shoulder fractures; rotator cuff/meniscus tears
- Cervical/lumbar injuries, herniated discs, chronic pain
- Lacerations and scarring (face/hands), dental damage
- Concussion/TBI from falls or impacts
- Burns/CO inhalation, infections from poorly maintained water/pools
- Anxiety, fear/insomnia after intrusions or assaults (negligent security)
What is the legal process?
Our Step-by-Step Legal Process
How Owners/Managers & Insurers Undervalue These Claims (and How We Respond)
- “Open and obvious” hazard → line-of-sight analysis, lighting, signage, design, and safer alternatives
- “No notice” → cleaning/maintenance logs, prior complaints, markings and duration of the hazard
- Blaming the guest → unclear rules, unsafe instructions, poorly maintained access/amenities
- Offers with no future medicals → life-care plan and reduced earning capacity supported by experts
- Control disputes (owner vs. manager vs. HOA) → contracts, messages, work orders, and real-world operational control
A Guide for a Rental Injurie
What to Do After an Injury at an Airbnb/Vacation Rental in Fort Lauderdale
- Report immediately to the host/manager through the platform and request an incident report
- Take photos/video of the defect (day/night), measurements, lighting, signage, and safety devices (smoke/CO, railings, locks)
- Identify witnesses and ask to preserve all cameras and smart-lock logs
- Seek medical care and follow the plan; keep prescriptions, bills, and work notes
- Avoid recorded statements to insurers without legal counsel
- Keep the contract/listing, messages, check-in/out instructions, and house rules
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