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When you step onto someone else’s property, you expect the owner to do what they reasonably can to keep you safe. You have legal options if their negligence results in an injury, but the courts can be confusing and time-consuming.
The law offices of Jacob Emrani can help, and we have the track record to prove it. We’ve recovered millions of dollars for our wrongfully injured clients. Our premises liability attorneys have the experience and expertise to help you navigate the California legal system and ensure you get what you deserve.
What Is Premises Liability?
Premises liability is the legal responsibility of property owners and occupiers to prevent injuries to individuals who enter their property. The scope of this responsibility varies depending on the circumstances, the type of property, and the visitor’s legal status.
What Are Some Common Types of Premises Liability Cases?
Premises liability claims can arise from a wide range of situations, including:
- Dangerous conditions: This includes anything from falling objects to exposed wiring or other hazards that pose a risk to visitors.
- Slip and fall accidents: These occur when a person slips or falls on a wet floor, uneven pavement, or a poorly maintained walkway, resulting in injury.
- Negligent security: Injuries may result from criminal acts on the premises due to inadequate security measures.
- Dog bites: Owners are generally responsible for injuries caused by their pets, regardless of where the bite occurs.
What Does a Visitor Status Mean in Premises Liability Law?
A visitor’s legal status greatly impacts a premises liability lawsuit. Visitors are typically categorized into three groups, each with different levels of legal protection.
- Invitees: Invitees are invited onto the property for the property owner’s benefit. Examples include customers in a store or clients in an office building. Property owners owe invitees the highest duty of care, which includes regularly inspecting the premises for hazards and promptly addressing any dangers.
- Licensees: Licensees have permission to enter the property but do so for their purposes rather than for the property owner’s benefit. This includes social guests invited to a private home. Property owners must warn licensees of any dangerous conditions they’re aware of but may not necessarily have a duty to inspect the property for hazards.
- Trespassers: These individuals enter the property without permission. Property owners generally don’t owe a duty of care to trespassers except in certain circumstances, such as when the owner knows of frequent trespassing by children and fails to take reasonable steps to prevent harm.
What Types of Injuries Are Common in Premises Liability Cases?
The premises liability attorneys at Jacob Emrani have successfully handled a variety of premises liability claims all over California, ranging from minor accidents to catastrophic, life-changing injuries. Some common injuries are lacerations, sprains, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, and amputation.
Each case and scenario is different, as is the subsequent litigation. If you sustain an injury and need premises legal liability advice, contact an expert premises liability injury attorney at Jacob Emrani to help you decide the best strategy.
How Can I Prove a Property Owner’s Negligence?
To prove negligence in a premises liability case, you’ll need to establish four elements:
- Duty of care: You need to establish that the property owner or occupier owed a duty of care to the injured person. This duty can vary depending on the circumstances, such as whether the injured person was an invitee, licensee, or trespasser.
- Breach of duty: This could involve failing to safely maintain the premises, failing to warn of known dangers, or not taking reasonable steps to prevent foreseeable harm.
- Causation: Demonstrate that the breach of duty was the direct cause of the injuries sustained by the injured person. This typically involves showing that the hazardous condition or negligent act directly led to the harm suffered.
- Damages: Prove that the injured person suffered actual damages as a result of the injuries. This may include medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other related costs.
What Steps Should I Take After an Injury on Someone Else’s Property?
There are several actions you should take if you get injured on someone else’s property:
- Seek medical attention: If you’re injured, seek medical help immediately. Even if the injury seems minor, it’s important to get checked out by a healthcare professional.
- Report the incident: Inform the property owner about the incident and your injury immediately. This is especially important if the injury was due to a property hazard that must be addressed to prevent further accidents.
- Document everything: Take photos of the scene where the injury occurred, including any hazards that contributed to the accident, such as uneven pavement, spills, or debris on a walkway. Gather contact information from any witnesses to the injury.
- Keep records: Keep all records related to the incident, including medical records, bills, receipts for expenses incurred due to the injury, and any communication with the property owner or their representatives.
- Consult with an attorney: Depending on the severity of the injury and the circumstances surrounding the incident, contact the law offices of Jacob Emrani for a premises liability lawyer consultation.
- Follow up: Follow medical advice and keep records of your recovery process. If your injuries result in long-term effects or require ongoing treatment, document these as well.
- Know your rights: Call Jacob Emrani for premises liability legal advice. We’ll protect your rights and make sure you know your options.
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In many instances, personal injury cases are about much more than just taking care of your medical costs.
While the often overwhelming costs of receiving medical care and treatment that could be ongoing, long-term or even permanent for your physical injuries are certainly a part of cases like these, your Los Angeles personal injury attorney can also assist you in seeking compensation for injuries that extend to emotional hardship, damage to your personal property and financial coverage.
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