Property owners have a legal responsibility to keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors. When they fail to correct hazardous conditions or provide adequate security and safety precautions, innocent people can suffer serious injuries.
The Fresno premises liability lawyers with Omega Law Group fight aggressively to protect the rights of those harmed due to a property owner’s failure to maintain a safe environment. Our Fresno personal injury lawyers can investigate your accident and assess your injuries and financial losses to build a case for fair compensation.
Call us today to begin your free initial consultation. We are available 24/7 to take your call and explore your legal options. We take premises liability cases on contingency, so you don’t have to worry about affording legal representation.
How to Know if You Have a Premises Liability Case
When a property owner’s negligence leads to injuries for an invitee, licensee, or patron, the victim may have grounds for a premises liability claim.
Common examples of premises liability cases our lawyers handle include:
- Slip/trip and fall accidents caused by hazardous conditions like poor lighting, torn carpeting, broken handrails, slippery floors, and more
- Dog bites or animal attacks on private or business properties
- Injuries from inadequate security or lack of protection from violent crimes in parking lots, apartment complexes, hotels, and other locations
- Swimming pool accidents and drownings caused by lack of fencing, safety equipment, or supervision
- Staircase, balcony, or porch collapse injuries due to improper building maintenance
- Elevator/escalator injuries from equipment malfunctions or negligent maintenance
If you or someone you love suffered harm on a premises due to a property owner or business’s negligence, you can seek compensation through an insurance claim or a lawsuit. Our Fresno premises liability attorneys can gather a variety of evidence to show that a property owner breached their duty of care, causing your injuries.
For example, we can pull records of inspections and maintenance to show that a store manager failed to perform necessary repairs, leading to a hazardous condition. The sooner you call us, the better we can protect your right to hold a liable party accountable. Don’t wait; get started on your case today by reaching out to Omega Law Group.
Potentially Liable Parties in a Premises Liability Case
Depending on the specifics of the accident and property ownership/management situation, there may be multiple potentially liable parties named as defendants, including:
Property Owners
Property owners include individual homeowners, landlords, or commercial property owners. They are responsible for maintaining safe conditions on their premises and addressing dangers in a timely manner.
If your injuries occurred on public property, our premises liability attorney in Fresno can work to hold a government agency responsible under Ca. Gov. Code § 835. Keep in mind that suing a government entity comes with its own protocol, such as a shorter legal deadline.
Property Management Companies
For rental properties and many businesses, day-to-day operations are handled by dedicated property management firms. These companies may bear full or partial liability for any negligence that contributes to an accident.
Businesses/Tenants
In cases where a business tenant (like a retail store or restaurant) is renting space in a larger property, that business may share liability if their specific negligence led or contributed to the hazardous conditions. When multiple parties factor into a premises liability case, our Fresno premises liability lawyer can work to hold each of them accountable for their share of the fault.
Security Companies
When inadequate security creates opportunities for crimes like assaults and robberies, an independent security company hired to patrol and protect the premises could become a liable party. Our law firm can assess their surveillance methods and show how they failed to prevent a crime that led to your injuries.
Manufacturers and Maintenance/Repair Contractors
Product liability may come into play, making manufacturers of defective products (machinery, equipment, materials, etc.) a liable party in certain premises cases. If a premises hazard was caused by shoddy work from maintenance crews, janitors, repair workers, or other third-party contractors, they may share fault.
Our Fresno premises liability lawyer can carefully investigate all contributing factors to determine every party that may share legal responsibility. Then, we can file claims against all negligent parties and their insurance carriers, maximizing your potential compensation.
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Our Fresno Premises Liability Team Fights for Fair Awards
Our attorneys will fight to recover damages for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and losses. A potential settlement should account for both your current and future losses, as well.
Take a look at some of the evidence we can use to establish your claim for financial recovery:
- Your medical records, hospital bills, and your doctor’s prognosis
- Your paystubs and benefits statements
- Expert witness testimony if necessary
- Photos of your injuries
We will leave no stone unturned when assessing your losses. Make sure you follow through with your medical treatment and save any receipts and records to support your claim. The last thing you want is for an insurer to undervalue or deny your claim.
Let Our Premises Liability Lawyers in Fresno Handle Your Case
Omega Law Group’s Fresno premises liability lawyers are dedicated to serving accident victims, and our case results show it. We secured $1 million in a previous premises liability case, and now we’re ready to help you seek maximum damages. You deserve access to the medical care you need to recover from your injuries.
Tell us about your case today. We can explain how Omega Law Group can guide you through the legal process. We take personal injury cases on contingency, so you never have to worry about paying upfront to secure legal representation.
