Types of California Premises Liability Claims
Like many other personal injury claims, premises liability cases are based upon negligence. To recover compensation, you must prove that the entity in control over the property breached the duty to keep the space safe from foreseeable hazards. Generally, this obligation requires the owner to inspect, make necessary repairs to ensure safety, and post signage regarding dangerous conditions. Failure to do so can result in:
- Tripping accidents and slip and falls
- Injuries in parking lots, such as due to inadequate lighting or signage
- Ladder, scaffolding, and platform collapses
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Elevator and escalator malfunction accidents
- Drownings and other injuries at swimming pools
In addition, the duty of property owners extends to providing adequate security, particularly in areas where criminal activity is a known threat. Owners of stores, restaurants, office buildings, apartment complexes, and other properties must implement sufficient measures to keep guests safe.
Steps in the Legal Process
It is critical to conduct a thorough investigation immediately after a premises liability accident, as you must preserve evidence and obtain witness statements as essential proof. The Walnut Creek premises liability lawyers at Venardi Zurada LLP have access to resources to assist with our investigation and evidence gathering. Once we have sufficient information, we will file a claim with the property owner’s insurer and attempt to reach settlement. If the insurance company will not pay fair compensation for your losses, our Walnut Creek premises liability attorneys will go to court to seek compensation for:
- Bills for surgery, hospitalization, physical therapy, and other medical care
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional anguish
- Many other losses that impact your personal relationships and quality of life
Contact a Walnut Creek Premises Liability Lawyer for More Information
This summary is useful, but it should also convince you of the importance of retaining an experienced Walnut Creek premises liability lawyer for assistance with a Walnut Creek premises liability case. If you suffered injuries because of dangerous conditions on property, please contact Venardi Zurada LLP right away. You can set up a no-cost case assessment by calling 833-893-6763 or contact us online.
