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Premises Liability
Holding property owners responsible for unsafe conditions on their premises
Premises Liability Attorney In Stuart, Florida
What Is Premises Liability?
As a property owner in Florida, it is your duty to ensure that your premises are free from unsafe conditions that may cause harm to your guests and customers. From a slip and fall incident due to a wet restaurant floor to an unsecured piece of art falling on a hotel guest, you as the property owner, hold the responsibility to compensate the victims for their injuries. This is known as premises liability.
Premises liability is a legal concept that holds property owners responsible for injuries or damages that occur on their property due to negligent maintenance, repair, or failure to warn of potential hazards. In Florida, there are three types of visitors that may enter your property: invitees, licensees, and trespassers. Each type has different levels of legal protection under premises liability laws.
Invitees are individuals who have been invited onto the property for business purposes, such as customers in a store or restaurant. As an invitee, they are owed the highest level of care by the property owner. This includes regularly inspecting the property for potential dangers and promptly fixing any issues that may arise.
Licensees are individuals who have been invited onto the property for non-business purposes, such as social guests. They are also owed a certain level of care by the property owner, but it is not as high as that owed to invitees. The property owner must warn licensees of any known hazards and fix issues within a reasonable amount of time.
Trespassers are individuals who enter the property without permission or invitation from the owner. As a property owner, you do not owe trespassers the same duty of care as invitees or licensees. However, you cannot intentionally harm them and must take reasonable steps to prevent harm on your property.
This obligation towards your guests is upheld by the legal principle of duty of care. It demands you to maintain a safe environment on your property. For more information on how to navigate these situations, feel free to reach out to Lance Richard, your go-to personal injury attorney in Florida.
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What Kinds of Situations Qualify as Premises Liability?
Any mishap a property owner neglects to rectify within a reasonable timeframe could hold them accountable for injuries to their visitors. From inadequate lighting and pathway blockages to torn carpets or mats, loose stairs or handrails, malfunctioning elevators, and unequal stair risers - all these must be addressed before a property owner welcomes guests. Even slippery floors can lead to accidents. However, if the property owner is oblivious to the condition that triggered the fall, such as an unnotified spillage by a customer, they may not be held responsible. This is why you must consult with Lance Richard, a personal injury attorney in Florida, promptly following the incident to understand the options available to you. For further information on whether your situation can be classified as premises liability, contact Lance Richard today.
What Should I Do If I Have an Accident on Someone Else’s Property?
The first step after an injury is to seek immediate medical attention. Keep a careful record of all details surrounding your injury. If possible, revisit the scene of the accident to take photographs of the conditions that might have caused your injury. If you are unable to do so, have someone trustworthy carry out this task for you. If your injury took place on a business or any other entity's property, make sure to fill out a written report and retain a copy. It's imperative to reach out to a personal injury law professional for a higher probability of receiving fair compensation for your injuries. Lance Richard, a well-established personal injury attorney in Florida, is ready to assist. Contact Lance Richard today for help with your case.
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