Premises Liability

When you get injured while on someone else’s property due to negligence, the property owner may be liable for the damages you sustained. Slip, trip or fall accidents are among the most common types of premises liability claims, and it helps to understand what you need to do to get compensated for your harm and losses. Below are the steps to take if you have suffered injuries due to hazardous conditions at a property. Seek medical attention The first step in securing compensation is to seek medical attention immediately. Even if you think your injuries are minor, it's important to get checked...

Premises liability claims involve someone who has been hurt while visiting another’s property accountable for their negligent, reckless or intentionally dangerous approach to maintenance of hazardous conditions on their property. An injury on private property can lead to major medical issues, like broken bones, brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. People may incur medical expenses and also lost wages, as well as pain and suffering, etc. Most businesses carry insurance that will compensate those who have been harmed in a premises liability scenario. Homeowners also have special insurance...

Someone who is shopping at a store and slips in spilled frozen peas or water near a drinking fountain could end up seriously injured. Unfortunately, adults who are involved in slip-and-fall incidents in public settings don't take proper steps to protect their interests afterward. Instead of talking to people at the business about what happened and getting medical care, they might just continue shopping or leave. Although it can seem embarrassing to have to locate a staff member and inform them about a slip-and-fall, doing so is better than risking the loss of the right to financial...

A slip-and-fall accident can tremendously affect your life. It may no longer be business as usual when you cannot work and provide for your family or lead your everyday life like before due to the injuries you sustained. You are entitled to compensation if your slip-and-fall accident arose from another party’s negligence. However, before getting started on your premises liability claim, it is prudent to familiarize yourself with the process of valuing your claim. That way, you will understand what you deserve in compensation for the harm you suffered. What damages did you suffer from your...

Children can be drawn to all kinds of things – particularly when they’re out and about with lots of free time on their hands during the summer. They don’t always know what can be dangerous to them, and sometimes will go onto someone else’s property to further investigate something that looks fun or interesting.  That’s why states, including Ohio, have some version of an “attractive nuisance” doctrine. It allows both personal and commercial property owners to be held liable if a child is injured on something they have a responsibility to maintain – even if they’re trespassing. Ohio has an...

Summer is one of the biggest times of the year when thousands flock to water parks to cool off. There are plenty of activities at pools to entertain you and your loved ones. You might find yourself spending hours on the lazy river as your loved ones try out every winding water slide or diving board. Despite all the lifeguards and warning signs, it might be surprising to know that water parks aren’t as safe as advertised. You or a loved one could be injured or fatally hurt while enjoying a bit of sun and water. Here’s what you should know: Drowning is silent and deadly Many movies depict...

While movies and television shows make light of slipping on ice or snow, these events can cause serious injuries. Homeowners likely know to shovel and salt outdoor walkways. Business owners should do the same thing. When either of these parties fails to care for outdoor areas, it’s possible that people who visit their locations will fall on the slick walkways. Pedestrians will likely take steps to avoid falling while they walk. In many cases, the onus is on the property owner to ensure that these areas are safe for people. There are several things that should occur when it’s snowy or icy...

Of all the kinds of accidents you can suffer, a slip-and-fall may be the most misunderstood. People slipping and falling has long been a visual punch line in television and films, so a surprising number of people don't understand that slip-and-falls can result in severe, even life-altering injuries. Every year, millions of Americans slip on dirty or wet floors and fall. A portion of those people will suffer serious injuries. What are two of the more common serious injuries people can suffer if they slip and fall? Fractured or broken bones Broken bones or fractures are a risk any time someone...

When people think about premises liability, they often envision someone slipping on a patch of water or falling down some stairs. While these are two examples of possible premises liability, they are not the only way preventable property injuries occur. Public locations such as hospitals, hotels and college campuses often have unforeseen security hazards that could injure residents of Mansfield and Sandusky, OH, Ohio. Learning about these possible hazards may help you avoid an injury in dangerous situations. What are some examples of negligent security? When a premise has proper security...

Playgrounds are a place where children can laugh and play together -- but they're also fraught with danger. Data published by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors captures how emergency room doctors see at least 200,000 children who suffer playground injuries each year.  There are some trends as to who and how children end up getting hurt on playgrounds. As a parent, you may want to study those so that you'll know to pay extra close attention to your child while on a playground.  Which kids are most vulnerable to suffering playground injuries? There's almost a 50-50...