Understanding Premises Liability

Premises liability claims allow you to request compensation from a property owner if you were hurt while on their property. In general, a property owner may be held liable for accidents caused by a hazard that they knew about or should have known about. This can cover everything from a spill on the floor of a grocery store to the safety signage and fencing at a swimming pool.

Other hazards that may justify a premises liability injury claim could include: 

  • Properties that do not comply with all fire codes
  • Properties where harmful substances are present, such as asbestos
  • Properties where an animal, such as a pet dog, may harm a visitor

Premises liability injuries may occur in a variety of locations. These may include:

  • Retail or commercial spaces
  • Parking lots or sidewalks
  • Workplaces
  • Schools
  • Private homes
  • Apartment complexes
  • Stadiums
  • Nightclubs

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Types of Premises Liability Claims

Because any number of accidents can occur on someone else’s property, premises liability claims may vary widely. The following are some of the most common types of premises liability accidents:

Slips and Falls

Falls injure hundreds of thousands of people in the United States each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). If you slipped or tripped and fell while on someone else’s property, they may be held liable for your injuries. This type of accident may be caused by a puddle on the ground, uneven flooring, a cracked sidewalk, or other types of hazards.

Electrocution

An exposed wire or electrical equipment could injure you on another person’s property.

Stairway Accidents

Stairway accidents are a common type of premises liability accident that can occur on public and private properties alike. These accidents can lead to a number of serious injuries, such as broken bones.

Falling Debris

Being struck by a falling object, such as a ceiling tile or goods from the top shelf in a store, can cause serious injuries.

Insufficient Security

Certain venues such as night clubs or stadiums may be required to provide security to protect their visitors, consumers, or guests. When inadequate security leads to someone being harmed, this can result in the business owner or company being held liable.

These are not the only ways that a premises liability accident can occur. No matter how you were injured, if you believe another party’s negligence was involved, a personal injury lawyer from Laborde Earles may be able to help you. 

How to Pursue Compensation

No matter the type of accident you were in, if it occurred on someone else’s property or residence and was caused by their negligence, you may be able to seek compensation. This can be done by filing a personal injury insurance claim, which may help you recover compensation for your injuries in the form of a settlement offer. If the responsible party’s insurance company refuses to make you a fair offer, your next option may be to file a personal injury lawsuit against them and take your case to trial.

Filing a claim may seem like a daunting task, but with the help of a lawyer, it does not have to be. A Lake Charles premises liability lawyer from Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers may be able to assist you throughout this process. Your lawyer may be able to gather the necessary documentation and other evidence to support your claim. They can also act as your legal representative, from speaking to all involved parties on your behalf to representing you at trial if your claim does not settle.

Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can be there for you every step of the way in your fight for compensation.

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Potentially Recoverable Damages in a Premises Liability Case

Depending on the details of your injuries and their impact on your life, you may be able to recover compensation for the following damages:

  • Your current and future medical expenses
  • Lost wages for any time that your injuries forced you to miss work
  • Disability
  • Mental anguish
  • Pain and suffering

Laborde Earles Injury Lawyers can help you calculate the value of your damages when we represent you.

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