Premises Liability: When Property Owners Are Responsible

Premises Liability: When Property Owners Are Responsible

Understanding when property owners are legally responsible for injuries on their premises.

By James Walker
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Premises Liability: Property Owner Duties

Property owners have a legal duty to maintain safe premises for visitors, customers, and tenants. When they fail in this duty, serious injuries can result.

Common Hazardous Conditions

Wet floors, poor lighting, broken stairs, inadequate security, and dangerous equipment are common causes of premises liability claims.

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS

$11,800,000

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS

$10,200,000

SETTLEMENT SECURED

$21,000,000

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS

$14,750,000

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS

$14,700,000

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