PREMISES LIABILITY
Slip or trip and fall accidents are among California's most common causes of accidental injury. Property owners who fail to maintain premises in a safe condition can be found negligent and have to pay for any injuries sustained as a result of a slip or trip and fall.
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Everyone has a right to feel safe and secure when visiting another person's property, whether it's a friend's home, a store, a public space, or a workplace. However, when property owners neglect their duty to maintain safe conditions, the results can be harmful, even tragic. In California, premises liability laws ensure that those harmed due to unsafe conditions can seek justice.
What is Premises Liability?
Premises liability refers to the responsibility that property owners have to ensure their premises are free from hazardous conditions that could cause harm. If they fail in this duty, and someone gets injured as a result, they can be held legally responsible.​​
Common Premises Liability Situation Include:
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Slip and fall accidents due to wet floors, uneven surfaces, or poor lighting.
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Falling objects from improperly stacked merchandise or construction zones.
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Dog bites or animal attacks.
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Swimming pool accidents.
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Inadequate security leading to assault or theft.
California's Approach to Premises Liability
In California, property owners owe visitors a duty of care. This duty varies based on the visitor's status:
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Invitees - People invited onto a property for business purposes, like shoppers in a store. Owners must actively inspect and fix hazards for invitees.
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Licensees - Social guests invited for non-business reasons. Owners must warn licensees of known dangers.
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Trespassers - Those who enter without permission. Generally, owners only owe a duty to avoid willful harm.
Compensation in Premises Liability Cases
Victims of premises liability can seek various forms of compensation:
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Medical Expenses - Covering immediate and future medical costs related to the injury.
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Lost Earnings - Compensation for missed work and reduced earning capacity.
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Pain and Suffering - For the physical pain and emotional distress.
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Punitive Damages - In rare cases, where the property owner's neglect was especially egregious.
Challenges in Proving Liability
To succeed in a premises liability claim in California, victims must typically prove:
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The existence of a hazardous condition.
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The property owner knew or should have known, about the hazard.
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The property owner failed to rectify or warn about the hazard.
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The hazard directly resulted in the injury.
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​Given these challenges, having an experienced attorney is crucial.
​ Our Dedication to Premises Liability Victims
We deeply understand the nuances of California's premises liability laws. Our team is committed to fighting for the rights of those harmed, ensuring they receive the compensation and justice they deserve. ​ Nobody should suffer because of a property owner's neglect. If you or a loved one has been injured due to unsafe conditions on someone else's property, you have rights. We're here to help you exercise those rights, guiding you every step of the way. Reach out to us for expert representation and advocacy in your premises liability case.
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