Premises liability refers to the owner of a property’s responsibility to uphold a certain level of safety for that area. When customers walk around a grocery store or when they walk out of a mall, they do not expect dangerous conditions that could potentially cause harm to them. They are thinking of what they need to buy and how much money they are allotting for their purchase. These individuals should not have to worry about the conditions of the store or a parking garage. It is the responsibility of the property owner to make sure that there are no hazards present. Security measures should also be taken to prevent crime from happening in that area.
If you were injured due to the presence of a hazard or lack of security measures, you may seek liability on behalf of the property owner. They have a certain standard to uphold to ensure your safety. When this standard is not lived up to, they should be held accountable for your accident and the injuries it caused. If you were injured, you may be entitled to compensation.
Does an investigation take place?
For premises liability cases, the injured individuals will have to prove that negligence was displayed on behalf of the property owner. The property owner should have known or reasonably known about the presence of a hazard and tried to remove it as soon as possible. If you can prove they acted negligently by failing to clear the hazard, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries.
An investigation will take place into the accident. It will need to be proven what was the cause of your accident. In order to prove your case, there are a few steps you should take. First, seek medical attention. Your health is of the utmost importance. A doctor should examine you to ensure that your injuries have been tended to and are not life-threatening. Once this is done, it creates a documentation of your injuries. With this documentation, it can prove that you were injured as a result of something and to what extent you were injured.
If it is proven that the property owner knew or should have reasonably known about the present hazard, then you may be able to win the lawsuit. This can help you gain compensation for your injuries. With a winning case, you can win economic damages that compensate for your medical bills, lost wages or even lost future wages.
What are some examples of inadequate security?
For premises liability cases, there can be a wide range of security measures that were inadequate and contributed to the accident you suffered from. This may include poor lighting, lack of working security cameras, poorly trained security staff, not enough security, poorly maintained landscaping or broken locks.
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