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Premises Liabilty
Falls are the leading cause of Traumatic Brain Injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Property owners have a responsibility to ensure the safety of the people they invite to their property. This includes properly maintaining walkways and stairways, taking appropriate security measures, and preventing exposure to dangerous chemicals and hazardous materials.
Examples of Premises Liability:
- Slips, trips or falls due to improperly maintained or constructed walkways or stairs
- Construction hazards
- Exposure to hazardous materials such as lead poisoning or chemicals
- Dog bites
- Physical assaults as a result of inadequate security
Specialized Premises Liability Attorneys
Premises liability cases often allow damages based on pain and suffering, lost wages and medical expenses. Attorneys Greg Eiesland and Aaron Eiesland stand up to property owners who were aware of the dangers and hazards on their properties, but continued to put the public’s safety in jeopardy. They are passionate about telling your story and affecting change in the law to help protect you.
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If you have been seriously injured by the negligence of a property owner, please call 1(800)998-3998 to speak to a knowledgeable premises liability attorney or submit your information on our contact page.
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In order to pursue a premises liability claim, the plaintiff (you) must be able to prove :
1. The property owner had a duty of care toward you. A person has a duty to avoid causing damage or harm to another through an act or failure to act, if a reasonable person in the same situation could foresee the action or inaction could cause injury. For example, did the property owner have a pet that was known to attack people?
2. There was a breach of duty. It must be clear that the defendant was the one responsible for the act or inaction that caused the injury. Did the property owner neglect to post signs or keep the dog confined to his/her property?
3. The act or inaction was the cause of the injury. As a result of keeping the dog loose, were you bitten? 4. The damages that incurred as a result of the defendant’s action or inaction. This may include medical bills, lost wages, and related future medical costs. Did the dog bite result in surgeries, permanent disfigurement, or lost wages?
The law is not always summed up into yes and no answers. Please consult one of our attorneys to find out if you have a possible claim.
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