Property owners and those who manage property have a legal duty to keep it reasonably safe for people who are lawfully there. When they ignore hazards they knew or should have known about, and someone is hurt as a result, the injured person may have a premises liability claim.
Premises Cases We Handle
Our attorneys handle claims arising in stores, restaurants, apartment complexes, hotels, office buildings, parking garages and private homes — including slip and falls, dog bites, inadequate security, swimming pool incidents and elevator or escalator accidents.
What Must Be Proven
A premises liability claim generally requires showing that:
- A dangerous condition existed on the property
- The owner or manager knew, or reasonably should have known, about it
- They failed to repair it or warn visitors
- The condition caused your injury
The duty owed can depend on why you were on the property, and the rules differ from state to state.
Act Quickly to Preserve Evidence
Hazards are often repaired soon after an incident, and surveillance video may be kept only briefly. Photographs of the condition, incident reports and witness information are especially valuable.
How We Can Help
We investigate the property's maintenance history, obtain incident reports and video, and pursue compensation from the owner's liability insurer for your medical care, lost income and pain and suffering.