The Elements of Premises Liability
Many responsibilities come with land or business ownership. For example, there are taxes to pay, general upkeep to maintain, and loans to repay. But one of the biggest concerns for people who own property of any kind is premises liability.
In the event of a serious injury to an individual, that person can choose to sue not only a negligent person involved with the accident, but also the person who owns the property the accident happened on. Just allowing someone onto your land or in your building when there are a number of potential hazards present can make you liable for any injuries that may occur.
If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury on a piece of property that contained hazards contributing to the injury, contact the Atlanta personal injury lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC today at 770-631-1811.
When Premises Liability Applies
Not just anyone who owns property can be sued in the advent of an accident under premises liability. There are certain requirements that must be made before a lawsuit can be taken out against a land or property owner. These requirements include:
- The defendant must be the actually owner of the land or “premises.”
- The plaintiff must have been invited by the defendant to the premises, either as a potential customer or a private guest.
- The defendant must have committed a negligent act, such as failing to correct a dangerous problem or alert guests to certain dangers.
Knowing your obligations as a land or business owner can help you prevent painful and costly accidents.
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If you or someone you love has been seriously injured on a hazardous property, contact the Atlanta premises liability attorneys of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC today at 770-631-1811.
