Premises Liability FAQs

Have you been injured on someone's property? Every year millions of people are injured while at someone's home or business. You may be wondering if you are entitled to make a recovery for your injuries by filing a premises liability lawsuit. Review frequently asked questions regarding premise liability lawsuits to learn more about your rights.

What are some dangerous conditions that could result in a premise liability lawsuit?

Some of the most common dangerous conditions on a property are wet surfaces, foreign substances on floor, torn carpeting, broken stairs, potholes, failure to restrain an animal, improper lighting, and broken handrails. There may be many other dangerous conditions; if you were injured on someone's property you should seek the advice of experienced personal injury lawyers.

How will I know if I have a successful premise liability lawsuit?

Successful premise liability lawsuits not only show there was a dangerous condition but also prove that your injury was caused by negligence on the part of the property owner. Negligence can be established if the property owner failed to exercise reasonable care in maintaining their property or their conduct was intentional or reckless.

What if the property owner was unaware of the dangerous condition?

You still may be able to have a successful premise liability lawsuit even if the property owner was unaware of the dangerous condition on their property. An attorney can help you review the specific circumstances of your case and advise you of how to proceed.

Who is held responsible for my injuries in a premise liability lawsuit?

In some cases there is more than one person or entity that could be held responsible for injuries that were sustained. Ultimately, the property owner is the first person held responsible. Depending on the circumstances of the case other potential defendants could include a landlord, tenant, security patrol, or management company in charge of maintaining the property.

What if my loved one is killed as a result of the dangerous condition?

If your loved one is killed as a result of unsafe conditions on another's property, you may be able to file a wrongful death claim to pursue compensation on their behalf.