Whether you were shopping at a mall, staying at a hotel, or visiting someone’s private residence, you should not have to worry about suffering injuries due to unsafe conditions on the property. Sadly, premises liability accidents happen when property owners neglect their legal duty to keep their spaces reasonably safe and hazard-free for visitors and customers.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries due to a property owner or manager’s negligence, the San Diego premises liability lawyers at Omega Law Group are here to help. We can investigate your accident, identify a liable party, and seek maximum compensation.
Call us today to learn more about how our San Diego personal injury lawyers can help. We can discuss your case during a free consultation. You can give us a call anytime.
Hazards that Can Lead to a Premises Liability Case
Various hazards can arise on a premises, and it’s up to a property owner to take prompt action to address them. In premises liability cases, our lawyers have to prove that a liable party either knew about the hazard that caused your accident or should have known about it.
Take a look at the following hazards that could cause a premises liability case.
Slip and Fall Accidents
One of the most common premises liability cases involves slip and fall incidents caused by hazardous floors, stairs, or walking surfaces. This includes liquid spills, poor lighting, torn carpeting, broken handrails, uneven surfaces, and other hazards that can lead to dangerous slip and fall accidents.
Inadequate Maintenance
Property owners have a duty to regularly inspect and repair their premises to keep them reasonably safe. Negligence in this area can lead to accidents caused by hazards like broken stairs, leaky ceilings, and loose flooring. Even if an area is under construction, property owners should place visible warning signs to block off that area while maintenance is underway.
Poor Security
For spaces like apartment complexes, hotels, retail stores, and parking lots or garages, owners must take reasonable security measures to prevent foreseeable criminal activity and violence from impacting customers or guests.
Swimming Pool Accidents
Drownings, near-drownings, and pool-related injuries can occur when pool areas lack proper safety equipment, fencing, drain covers, or supervision.
Defective Conditions
Preventable injuries from things like broken furniture, unmarked hazards, missing safety equipment, or structural defects may fall under premises liability.
Elevator/Escalator Accidents
When elevators, escalators, or moving walkways are not properly installed or maintained, users can suffer serious injuries in accidents.
Toxic Exposures
Exposure cases involve hazards like lead paint, asbestos, carbon monoxide, mold, and other toxic substances when property owners fail to contain or remedy these health risks.
Omega Law Group has represented clients who suffered preventable injuries on private, public, and commercial properties due to an owner’s negligent failure to maintain safe conditions. We have the resources to investigate, build a claim, and fight for the compensation our clients deserve. Call us today to access your complimentary consultation.
What Damages Can Be Recovered in a Premises Liability Claim?
When a property owner’s negligence directly causes a visitor’s injuries on their premises, the victim may be able to recover significant financial compensation. An experienced San Diego premises liability lawyer will seek full accountability by calculating and pursuing recovery for all applicable economic and non-economic damages, including:
Medical Expenses
This covers the full costs of injury-related medical treatment such as emergency room visits, hospitalization, surgery, doctor appointments, medication, medical equipment, rehabilitation/therapy, and any future anticipated care needs.
Lost Income
You can seek compensation for wages, salaries, bonuses, benefits, and other income lost while you are unable to work due to your injuries. Future lost earning potential can also factor into a claim if your injuries cause permanent disabilities that prevent you from earning your pre-injury income.
Property Damage
If your personal property, such as clothing, jewelry, or electronics, was damaged in your accident, our premises liability attorneys in San Diego, CA, can seek awards for repairs or replacement costs.
Pain and Suffering
Our legal team can pursue non-economic damages to compensate for the physical pain, emotional and mental distress, and overall reduced quality of life caused by your injuries.
Permanent Disability/Disfigurement
When accidents cause permanent impairments, disabilities, and disfiguring scars or disfigurement, you may qualify for additional awards.
Our lawyers can compile your wage statements, medical records, and your doctor’s prognosis to determine what fair compensation would be for your case.
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Don’t Let the Statute of Limitations Run Out on Your San Diego Premises Liability Case
If you or a loved one was injured due to a property owner’s negligence, it’s crucial to be aware of the statute of limitations for filing a premises liability lawsuit. In California, injury victims generally have two years from the date of the incident to get their case filed in civil court.
Waiting too long to file risks having your case barred from court entirely once the two-year window closes. This would prevent you from being able to recover any compensation at all for your damages.
Property owners and their insurance companies are keenly aware of these legal deadlines. They may try to draw out settlement negotiations to delay litigation. Our team can evaluate the facts of your case, determine the specific filing deadline that applies, and ensure all paperwork is properly submitted before time runs out.
Missing the statute of limitations is an irreversible and costly mistake that will permanently derail your ability to hold the negligent property owner liable. Don’t take any chances. Omega Law Group can begin working on your premises liability case right away.
Call Omega Law Group for Help With Your Premises Liability Claim
You deserve to rest and focus on your physical recovery, yet the clock is ticking on your premises liability case. Luckily, our San Diego attorneys work on contingency, so we can start your case without charging upfront fees.
If a hazardous property condition resulted in your or your loved one’s injuries, the time to take action is now. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation so we can start building a premises liability claim on your behalf.
