Premises Liability

Generally speaking, premises liability is based on the principle of negligence and proving liability is very essential to these types of claims.  Liability is determined by the laws and procedures of the state in which the injury occurred.  In some instances, the primary focus may be on the status of the injured visitor in order to determine liability.  In other instances, the focus may be the activities of both the owner and visitor and the condition of the property.  When you step onto someone’s property, you have a reasonable expectation that you will not be injured.  Therefore, a property owner or the party responsible for the maintenance of the property may be held liable if you sustained injuries that were caused by a dangerous or unsafe condition on the property.

A common example of premises liability cases include those in which an individual is attacked or killed due to a property owner's failure to provide adequate lighting or security or warn individuals of foreseeable criminal activity at the property.  Such negligence may occur at an apartment complex, hotel, nightclub, shopping center, or other commercial establishment. 

The Reese Law Firm is prepared to handle the following types of premises liability cases: 

• Negligent security
• Injuries resulting from the criminal acts of others due to inadequate security
• Assaults, shootings and other violent attacks
• Improperly maintained store fixtures
• Falling merchandise
• Failure to keep property in a safe condition

If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of negligence that leads to injuries, The Reese Law Firm can help you acquire compensation for your medicals expenses, loss of earnings and earning ability, mental anguish and pain and suffering.  To learn more about how we may be able to assist you after an accident or attack, please contact us online today or call (407) 992-6299 for a free consultation and case evaluation.