If you’ve suffered an injury on property owned by another party, you may be eligible to receive compensation through a premises liability claim. A premises liability claim is when a property owner can be held responsible for unsafe conditions, which applies to residential, commercial, and public properties. In this blog, we will discuss what a premises liability case is, provide some examples of causes, and explain why it’s important to work with a premises liability attorney.
In Ohio, a premises liability case can be opened when an individual experiences an accident or injury on property owned by another party. Some examples include:
Slip and fall accidents
A slip and fall accident could occur when you slip and fall on a recently mopped floor, and there were no warning signs that the floor was wet. Another example is slipping and falling on a snowy and icy sidewalk that wasn’t properly cleared.
Inadequate maintenance or repairs
A child falling out of a second-floor window where the screen is missing, resulting from inadequate maintenance or repairs, is grounds for a case.
Negligent security (leading to assaults or injuries)
If the lock on a security door is broken, and a burglar breaks into a building and attacks a resident or customer, it is an example of negligent security.
Dog bites or animal attacks on property
An aggressive dog that is off-leash and bites a visitor to a property translates to a premises liability injury.
Unsafe stairs, elevators, or walkways
Falling down steps where there is a loose handrail would constitute inadequate maintenance.
Swimming pool accidents
If a swimming pool enclosure gate has a broken lock, it is easy for a trespasser to enter the pool area and possibly drown or suffer other injuries.
Property owners have what is known as a “duty of care” to residents, visitors, licensees (such as delivery drivers), and to a lesser extent, even trespassers, to provide premises that are properly maintained and secured and do not pose a threat of injury or illness to those who reside on or visit their property.
Proving a Premises Liability Injury
To successfully pursue a premises liability claim in Ohio, you must demonstrate several key elements. First, you need to establish that the property owner owed you a duty of care and that this duty was breached. It must then be shown that the breach directly caused your injury. In addition, you must prove that a dangerous condition existed on the property, that the owner knew or reasonably should have known about the hazard, and that they failed to take appropriate action to fix it or provide a warning. Finally, there must be a clear connection between the hazardous condition and the injuries you sustained.
A Trusted Premises Liability Firm You Can Trust
If you have suffered a premises liability issue due to a property owner’s failure to provide a “duty of care,” be prepared for pushback, which is why you need a solid legal firm representing your interests. At Oliver Law Office, we will work with you to seek justice and recover the damages you deserve from gathering the evidence that shows neglect to taking on insurance companies who will fight these types of claims. We have the experience, knowledge, and proven winning record to represent you effectively and get results. Call our law office today or use our online form to schedule a free premises liability consultation.we will put our experience to work aggressively advocating on your behalf. To get started, reach out to Oliver Law Office in Columbus to schedule a free consultation.
