What is Premises Liability?
Premises liability involves injuries that occur on someone else’s property. In most personal injury cases, some degree of negligence or responsibility contributes to the cause of an injury, and premises liability cases are no different.
Like most personal injury cases, the burden of proof is placed on the injured party to prove that not only was there an unsafe condition but that the property owner and or business owners were aware of the unsafe condition or that they should have known and did nothing about it.
Furthermore, just because an unsafe condition exists doesn’t always mean the property owner is negligent. The unfortunate reality is that there are no steadfast rules when it comes to premises liability cases, and that is why it is so important that after seeking medical attention for any injuries sustained, you contact an experienced personal injury attorney with a proven track record of success in premises liability cases.
Sidewalk Accidents
Injuries on School Property
Slips and Falls
Inadequate Security That Leads to Criminal Assault
Elevator Accidents
Inadequate Maintenance Leading to Falling Debris
For anyone who has been the victim of an accident on-premises, it is essential to understand that New York State law favors the premises’ owners, and those owners will most certainly have legal representation to fight your case or attempt to convince you to drop it. It can be challenging for the inexperienced to stand up against these powerful forces.
An injured person must prove that the property owner or lessee either caused the defective or unsafe condition that led to the injury or that they knew or should have known that there were dangerous conditions and that those conditions led to the injury.
There can also be debate as to what degree of responsibility for the injury is held by the injured party. Therefore, a responsible and adept attorney like those at Rimland Law must prepare to secure photos and witnesses, trained investigators, safety experts, architects, security experts, engineers, and more to prove your claim.
You May Have Several Questions After an Accident on Someone Else’s Property
- Am I responsible if I trip or fall on someone else’s property?
- Is the property owner responsible if I am pushed on their property?
- Do weather conditions determine whether a property owner is liable?
- Are property owners responsible for security on their property?
- What if I am a victim of a crime on someone else’s property?
It is best to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you answer all the questions you may have.
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