Premise Liability

The California Civil Code Section 1714 Responsibility for Willful Acts and Negligence states:” Everyone is responsible, not only for the result of his or her willful acts, but also for an injury occasioned to another by his or her want of ordinary care or skill in the management of his or her property or person, except so far as the latter has, willfully or by want of ordinary care, brought the injury upon himself or herself.”

What does this mean?  It means that anyone who owns property has the responsibility to maintain their premises and keep it free from dangerous or hazardous situations that could cause harm to others. Premises liability refers to injuries or accidents that take place on another person’s residential or business property.  The accident is usually the result of a dangerous or unsafe condition on the property.

Some common premises liability cases include:

·         A roof cave in

·         Uneven flooring

·         Broken stairway banisters

·         A balcony collapse

·         Ice on steps or sidewalk

·         Toxic substances (“sick building” syndrome)

·         Broken glass

·         Mold or slippery plant growth on walkways

If you were injured on someone’s property due to the negligence of the owner, you may be entitled to compensations for the damages. Damages might include on-going medical bills, physical therapy, lost wages, lost job, and pain and suffering.

The case needs to be evaluated by an experience personal injury attorney.  The allegations need to be investigated in order for liability to be established.  In premises liability cases, it is essential to prove the negligence of the owner. Negligent means that the property owner did not exercise “ordinary care or skill in the management of his or her property or person…” [CA Civil Code § 1714, as stated above)

If you or a loved one has been injured on someone’s property, call our office today at 877-603-8473.  Or use the secure mail form to the right and we will contact you at your convenience. Your consultation will always be free and confidential.

This article is for educational purposes only and does not in any way constitute legal advice.

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