Premises Liability Attorney
Injured on Someone's Property? You May Have a Premises Liability Case
Under Utah's premises liability rules, a property owner can be held responsible for injuries to visitors. It does not matter if those injuries were intentional or unintentional. Property owners are liable if they fail to guard or warn visitors of a dangerous structure, activity, or area on their property.
Individuals do not automatically have a premises liability case just because they were injured at someone's business or home. For a premises liability claim to advance, the injured party must show the property owner (or employees of the owner) created dangerous conditions or knew about them without properly warning and protecting people.
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Premises liability laws can be complicated, which can make filing a lawsuit difficult. You need an attorney on your side to make sure the process flows smoothly. Instead of trying to gather proof that your injury wasn't your fault, you should be focusing your time on recovering.
The attorneys at Younker Hyde MacFarlane, PLLC can hold business owners or homeowners liable for failing to warn you of potential dangers or for creating a dangerous environment. Call our Salt Lake City, UT, injury law office for a free consultation:
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2021
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View on GoogleTypes of Premises Liability Cases
Generally speaking, if you can prove that an accident occurred due to the negligence of the owners or supervisors of a location, you probably have a premises liability claim. Some of the most common premises liability cases include:
Icy walkways, wet floors, uneven flooring, and debris on a walking path can all cause slip and fall accidents. Homeowners and business owners are responsible for keeping their premises walkable and free from hazards that cause visitors to slip, trip, or fall.
Safety measures like security guards, proper lighting, gates, and fences can give visitors extra safety when they visit a location. If an assault happens in a place with inadequate security measures, the property owner can be responsible for injuries visitors suffer.
Toxic mold and dangerous substances like lead paint can cause respiratory issues and other health problems. The current property owner, the previous property owner, or a contractor can be liable for damages caused by toxic substances.
Hazards created by the weather must be cleaned up by the property owner or someone they employ. This can mean clearing trees after a storm, shoveling ice and snow from walkways, leaving mats by doors on rainy days, and replacing damaged sections of a building.
Don't Wait Too Long Utah's Statue of Limitations
In the state of Utah, you have four years from the date of the incident to pursue a premises liability or personal injury claim. When it comes to gathering compelling facts to support your case, it is better to act sooner than later. Photos and videos can be more difficult to gather as months and years pass. Eyewitness accounts won't be as fresh if you wait too long before filing a claim.
Protect Yourself If You've Been Injured
Suffering an injury can be disorientating. You may not be able to think clearly, even a few days after your injury. During this time, the property owner and their insurance company may try to make a deal with you or deny that you have a claim at all.
Here are some steps you can take to protect yourself, even if it's been a few days after your accident.
Seek Medical Attention
Some victims may avoid visiting a doctor because they don't see any immediate injuries. You should visit a doctor after your accident, even if it's been a few days since the incident. Medical records can be used as evidence that you sustained an injury in an unsafe environment.
Don't Talk About Your Case
The property owner or their attorney may try to get a written or recorded statement from you about the incident. Do not go on record with anyone about the accident. Resist a settlement if one is offered. It is likely an insufficient offering for the injured you suffered.
Contact Our Law Office
Our Salt Lake City law firm focuses on personal injuries. If you were physically harmed due to the negligence of a business owner, homeowner, or someone who is employed by a business, you may have a premise liability case. Our team of attorneys can gather photos, videos, and eyewitness testimony. The team of professionals we work with can add authority to your case, strengthening your claim for compensation.
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