Property owners are not required to make a place perfectly safe, and they are not automatically liable for every accident that happens on it. They are required to keep it in reasonably safe condition, and the distance between those two standards is where a premises accident attorney does the work.
Premises liability makes the owners or operators of stores, restaurants, parking lots, hotels, private properties and more responsible for accidents caused by their failure to maintain the property. Victims can seek compensation from the owner or their insurer for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Now You May Wonder…
…What Is Reasonably Safe Condition?
Reasonably safe condition means free of hazards that could cause reasonably foreseeable accidents. Property owners are expected to inspect their properties regularly to identify such hazards and then correct or warn against them promptly.
When Are Property Owners NOT Liable?
It is important to understand that property owners are not automatically liable for all accidents and injuries that may occur on their premises. Some of the situations where a premises accident claim would not be possible include:
- a freak accident that was not foreseeable
- an accident that was caused by a brand new hazard that the property owner could not have reasonably known about
- an accident caused by an open and obvious hazard that any reasonably careful person would have been able to avoid
- an accident caused by the victim’s own negligence
Due to the complexities of this area of law, it is best to leave the determination of whether or not the property owner is liable and whether or not you have legal grounds for compensation up to your attorney. Alejo Lugo has ample experience in premises accident law and you can rely on him for reliable advice and information.
We Handle All Kinds of Premises Accidents
At The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates, we handle a wide variety of premises accident claims including ones related to:
- Slip and fall accidents
- Trip and fall accidents
- Electrical hazards
- Broken furniture
- Inadequate lighting
- Unsafe railings
- Falling objects
- And more
Whether you have suffered a relatively minor sprain or a serious head injury resulting in permanent impairment, we will treat your case with the same level of care and aggressiveness. We will make sure you see the best doctors for treatment and then fight aggressively to secure the evidence needed to prove who caused your accident, how badly you were hurt, and how much compensation you deserve.
Call Now for Aggressive Representation at No Upfront Cost
If you have been injured at a store, restaurant, hotel, or other business property, chances are the company will be eager to pacify you with a financial settlement. It is very important to consult a premises accident attorney before you even consider accepting. Remember that initial settlements are almost always inadequate. Call The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates at (800) 497-0018 for a initial consultation to learn about the true potential value of your case, and then enjoy no-risk representation as we fight to secure the full and fair compensation you need and deserve. If we don’t win, you don’t pay.