Dangerous Premises Questions
What is a dangerous premises lawsuit?
A dangerous premises lawsuit concerns any injury sustained on someone else's property.
What do you have to prove to win a dangerous premises case?
That the owner of the property was negligent. This means he or she failed to exercise proper care in providing a safe environment.
What if I was injured on government property?
The same laws apply to injuries that occurred on government properties as other privately owned properties. The only exception is that there could be a statute of limitations concerning the amount of time you have to notify them of the injury and your intention to sue.
Are the laws different if I was invited to the property where I was injured?
Yes. An invitation to the property is taken into account during the court proceedings. If you were invited to the premises where you were injured, the owner may be liable for more in terms of damages.
What if the owner didn't know his property was dangerous?
Owners can be held responsible for any dangerous condition on their land or property, whether they were aware of the danger or not. If they were unaware of a dangerous condition, they are considered negligent according to the law.
What kinds of properties are usually involved in dangerous premises cases?
There is no restriction as to the type of property. Cases have taken place involving hotels, restaurants, commercial and office buildings, private residences, government properties - anywhere an injury has occurred excluding the victim's own home.
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