Premises Liability: 25 Years Of Holding Property Owners Accountable
Premises liability refers to the legal responsibility property owners have to maintain a safe environment for visitors. This duty extends to commercial and residential properties throughout Central Kentucky. Property owners must take reasonable steps to identify and address potential hazards or at least warn visitors of known dangers. This includes physical hazards and risks from animals on the property, such as dogs.
If you suffer injuries due to unsafe conditions on someone else’s property, we can help protect your rights through our local knowledge and broad professional network.
Can You Hold Someone Liable For Your Injury On Their Property?
In Kentucky, the answer is often yes, but it depends on the circumstances. With the help of a premises liability attorney, you may have grounds for a claim if a property owner’s negligence led to your injury. However, under the state’s comparative fault system, your compensation could be reduced if you were partially responsible for the accident.
Our skilled property injury attorney can help you navigate the complexities and pursue your premises liability claim, even when comparative fault is a factor.
Who Is Liable In A Slip-And-Fall Accident?
Liability often falls on the property owner in slip-and-fall accidents. However, it could also extend to property managers, tenants or maintenance companies. The key is proving that the responsible party knew or should have known about the hazardous condition and failed to address it.
Our experienced trip-and-fall lawyer will investigate factors, such as:
- The nature of the hazard
- How long the hazard was present
- Whether the property owner took reasonable steps to address or warn about the danger
The stakes in premises liability cases are high. Serious injuries from slip-and-fall accidents or dog bites can have devastating effects on your physical health and financial stability. Common serious injuries include:
- Brain injury
- Back injury
- Neck injury
- Broken bones
- Spinal cord injury
- Dog bite wounds
These injuries can lead to substantial medical bills, lost wages and long-term care needs. That is why it is crucial to have a skilled premises liability lawyer on your side.
Injured? Call Our Premises Liability Attorney Today.
J. Robinson Law Firm, PLLC, brings strength and healing to the legal journey of those injured on others’ property. We understand the challenges our community faces and are committed to addressing them. Whether you have suffered a slip-and-fall accident or a dog bite on someone else’s property, we are here to help. Contact our Shelbyville office by filling out our intake form or calling 502-805-9602 for a free consultation.
