New York City Injury Lawyers bring to you news related to premises liability, slip and fall on premises. Premises liability is an aspect of personal injury law that many assume is fairly uncomplicated. However, simply slipping and falling on another person’s property may not constitute a valid personal injury claim. Here are a few questions related to premises liability law that may help injured parties better understand the complexities surrounding their case.
What are the possible excuses an owner of a premises may have for why they are not responsible for an injury sustained on their property?
Owners may in actuality not be found liable for all injuries sustained on their property, and may have valid excuses. For example, if there are visible warning signs of wet surfaces or other potential hazards for those who enter a property adequately posted, then a person may assume responsibility if they enter any way. Owners may use this as an excuse to fight a claim. Other excuses, which may or may not be valid, might include their lack of knowledge of the dangerous condition of their property, or the injured party’s own negligence or reckless behavior. When these are brought up as contributing factors, it may be necessary for the injured individual to retain legal counsel to prove the owner’s responsibility.
What does a person have to prove in a premises liability case?
In order to prove owner responsibility in a premises liability case, there has to be evidence that any injuries sustained are attributed to negligence or a failure to take corrective action to remove potential hazards on the part of those responsible for the property. Cases and state laws may vary, especially in regards to trespassing, children who become injured, and other special circumstances.
What are the steps I should take in the event that I sustain an injury on another’s property?
In the event that any individual sustain injuries on another’s property, they should first seek the proper medical attention. If one believes that they were injured as a result of the negligent or wrongful acts of those in charge of the premises, it is recommended that they seek effective legal assistance to understand the legal ramifications of their case.
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