LOS ANGELES PREMISES LIABILITY ATTORNEY
Types of Premises Liability Claims
It is important to know whether your case should be classified as a premises liability claim or as a different matter. A premises liability claim in general exists in cases involving:
Slip and Falls -These are the most common type of premises liability case. They occur when a person falls due to a hazard such as uneven pavement, defective lighting, broken handrails, and ice on a sidewalk or in a parking lot or spilled liquid in a store aisle. A slip and fall can cause brain injury, hip fractures and other serious harm.
Negligent security – These cases can arise when a property owner or occupier fails to take reasonable steps to prevent assaults. For example, a motel may be liable for failing to protect guests from harm after a string of parking lot muggings or room break-ins.
Dog Bites or Other Animal Attacks – These cases often involve dogs biting others because the animal was improperly leashed or not leashed at all while running at large, usually in violation of local ordinances. They also often involve attacks on children who lack experience with dogs or other animals.
Falling Objects – These cases often involve merchandise falling on customers in stores or passers-by being struck by objects that come from construction sites.
Swimming Pool Accidents – Public and private pool owners may be sued if their negligence allows drowning, near-drowning, falls or other types of harm to occur to visitors. In some cases, the injury may result from harmful chemicals or bacteria in a swimming pool.
Elevators and Escalators -These injuries arise when elevators and escalators are not properly designed, inspected and maintained.
Amusement Park and Playground Accidents – These cases tend to involve defectively designed or poorly maintained rides or equipment.
Numerous other negligent acts on property – to be determined after a complete factual review on a case-by-case basis.
Slip and falls, Negligent security, Dog bites or other animal attacks, Falling objects, Swimming pool accidents, Elevators and escalators, Amusement park and playground accidents, Numerous other negligent acts on property